Antioch University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling Addiction programs and certificates offered at its Seattle and New England campuses have been recognized by SubstanceAbuseCounselor.org as among the most affordable substance abuse counseling degrees in the United States. This national acknowledgment highlights Antioch’s commitment to high-quality education that prepares students to tackle the complex realities of addiction counseling while fostering meaningful, systemic change.
“The Antioch University Addictions Counseling programs stand as a beacon of hope, offering accessible and affordable education that aligns with our mission of social justice,” says Dean of the Counseling Division, Cathy Lounsbury, EdD, LCPC. “By breaking down financial and institutional barriers, we empower counselors to better serve individuals and families impacted by addiction, fostering healing and change in communities that need it most.”
The CMHC Addictions Counseling programs—designed for both aspiring counselors and those seeking advanced credentials—are rooted in an integrative approach that combines specialized clinical training with a deep focus on advocacy and social justice. Students are equipped not only to provide evidence-based treatment but also to understand and address the broader social, economic, and political factors causing the current addiction crisis.
“We believe that the work of counselors extends beyond treatment to address systemic factors that contribute to addiction, and our curriculum reflects this commitment,” says Lounsbury.
The curriculum is built around cutting-edge neuroscience, attachment theory, and trauma-informed care, ensuring graduates have the most up-to-date tools to serve individuals, families, and communities. Graduates leave ready to lead in clinical, organizational, and policy-driven roles, applying their training to a wide range of professional environments.
The Antioch programs featured by SubstanceAbuseCounselor.org are the MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling-Addictions Counseling and Certificate in Clinical Mental Health Counseling-Addictions Counseling in New England and the MA in Counseling-Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Addiction Counseling and Certificate in Addiction Studies at the Seattle campus.
With the growing need for integrated mental health and addiction treatment services, Antioch University remains committed to fostering the next generation of counselors who will address the complex realities of addiction with compassion and effectiveness.
