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Prepare to be part of the next generation of psychologists. Train to serve diverse communities in clinical settings in the U. S. Southwest and beyond. You can also use this degree to pursue an academic career.

Degree Awarded: PHD

Counseling Psychology

This American Psychological Association-accredited PhD program in counseling psychology adheres closely to the scientist-practitioner training model in preparing graduates for employment in academic and clinical settings. Although faculty interests are diverse, there is a common emphasis on using empirical data as the basis for culturally-responsive professional practice. The program boasts a strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion as evidenced in course offerings, clinical training, professional development activities, and research foci. Faculty research foci include the following:acculturative stresscultural socializationLGBT mental healthmental health disparitiesmicroaggressionspsychotherapy process and outcomeretention in graduate educationsocial and personal relationshipssocioeconomic status and financial stresstrans and non-binary minority stress and resilienceStudents enjoy exceptional clinical opportunities including placement in local hospitals, university and college counseling centers, community agencies and assessment sites. The program's state-of-the-art Counselor Training Center provides practicum experiences with campus and community clients as well as clinical supervision experiences. The center supports three complementary functions: clinical service provision, high-quality training, and innovative process and outcome research.