Mental Health Counseling

Two programs in the department support counselors to work in a variety of mental health settings. These programs are the include the M.Ed. in Professional Counseling/Mental Health Counseling and the Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. Depending on the degree program and internship setting, graduates are prepared to serve as counselors in settings such as the following:

• Community mental health agencies
• Hospitals
• Juvenile justice facilities
• Outdoor therapeutic programs
• Drug and alcohol treatment facilities
• College and university counseling centers
• Private practice

Student Organizations

Mental Health Counseling Student Association (MHCSA)

This organization is for students in the Mental Health Counseling program. The primary focus of MHCSA is for the first- and second-year cohort students to connect and build relationships through mentorship and professional development.