What you're saying makes a lot of sense. I was thinking of applying to masters programs first anyway, so that I can really see what I am interested in. That being the case, I would like for the masters to also prepare me to apply to a PsyD program in case I decide that I want to take that step. Do you think that programs that prepare you for the LMFT and the LPC would also prepare you for a PsyD program? Just for reference, my interests include depression, mood disorders, marital/couple therapy, spirituality, existential, life coaching, and suicide prevention among other things. Also, I love the idea of the humanistic approach.