The Counseling Psychology Emphasis (leading to a Ph.D. in School Psychology, Emphasis in Counseling Psychology) is based on the scientist-practitioner model of training and is designed to prepare counseling psychologists to provide evidence-based psychological services and conduct research in clinical and academic settings.

The Counseling Psychology Emphasis began in 2008 and is not accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA). Accreditation by APA will be sought at the earliest possible opportunity.

Highlights

• Scientist-practitioner training in evidence-based treatments and conducting applied mental health research

• Close working relationships with active Counseling Psychology faculty

• Research Associate positions for competitive applicants

• Learning environment that encourages scholarship and innovation

• Funding for conference travel to present research

• 4-6 new students admitted each year

Related Links

• Course Requirements and Sequence

Prospective Students

• Admissions

• Tuition and Financial Aid

• Diversity

Current Students

• Practicum/Internship Information

• Forms

• CAPS

Professional Information

• American Psychological Association

• Society for Counseling Psychology – APA Division 17

• Arkansas Psychological Association

• Arkansas Psychology Board

• Southwestern Psychological Association

Research

• UCA Sponsored Programs

• UCA Institutional Research Board (IRB)

• APA Grants

Faculty Research

• Dr. Elson Bihm

• Dr. Art Gillaspy

• Dr. Kevin Rowell

• Dr. Femina Varghese

• Dr. Dong Xie