Hello, therapist here. I’ve heard mixed opinions about USM from other friends who went there. Mostly in terms of the teaching style. I’ve heard good things about UMF’s newer counseling program from a recent grad. Husson also has a very well known counseling program as well (the program is 3 years as opposed to the standard 2.5)

Edit: I enjoyed grad school a lot more than undergrad. The work is “easier” if you enjoy it. Genuinely I think the issue is less “comprehension of the material” and more “I’m burnt out of school and don’t want to do papers.” If you’re fine powering through 2.5 years its not that bad (worked 40 hours a week and did grad). Also, some people recommend UNE for LMSW, I wouldn’t recommend this unless your Bachelors is in Social Work, as it takes longer to complete the program. Also, UNE is obscenely expensive compared to other graduate programs.

DM me if you have more specific questions.