Who founded IPS?
The Institute for the Psychological Sciences was founded by a group of mental health professionals, academicians and clinicians, under the leadership of Dr. Gladys Sweeney, who perceived a need for a proper understanding of the interrelationship between psychology and faith life. Their experiences in sponsoring workshops for licensed mental health professionals convinced them of the need for a new degree-granting institution. The Institute for the Psychological Sciences was established in September of 1999, and offered instruction leading to the Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology. The following year, it initiated and enrolled its first class for the Doctor of Psychology degree program in Clinical Psychology. Throughout its history, IPS has been guided and supported by the Legionaries of Christ.
