Counseling and Psychology

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Psi Chi Induction Ceremony 2024: Dr. Madelynn Shell, Dr. Andria Schwegler, Dr. Malin Lilley

Welcome to the Department of Counseling and Psychology at Texas A&M University-Central Texas.

Explore our department page to learn about the undergraduate and graduate degree programs we offer, and see our students in action as they participate in our clubs and honor societies, earning national recognition!

Get to know our advisors, faculty, and staff who can help you navigate the degree process and get connected to our Warrior community to start your next chapter!

Degrees

BS in Psychology

BAAS in Psychology

MS in Applied Psychology

MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

School Counselor Certification

MS in Marriage and Family Therapy

Specialist in School Psychology

Student Clubs

Psychology Club

Psi Chi

Success Stories

Advising

Undergraduate Advising

Graduate Advising

Faculty and Staff

Undergraduate Degrees

The Department of Counseling and Psychology offers two undergraduate degrees, the Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Bachelor of Applied Arts and Science in Psychology.

Graduate Degrees

Graduate students may pursue a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling to prepare to become Licensed Professional Counselors. We also offer a Master of Science degree in Marriage and Family Therapy to prepare students to become Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists. In addition the department offers a Master of Science in Applied Psychology with emphases in Experimental Psychology, Institutional Research, Industrial/Organizational Psychology and Educational Psychology.

School Counselor Certification

MS in Marriage and Family Therapy

Graduate Specialist Programs

We also offer a Specialist Degree in School Psychology which prepares students to become Licensed Specialists in School Psychology.

School Psychology SSP

Student Clubs

Students can get engaged on campus and online by joining our student organizations.

Psychology Club

The TAMUCT Psychology Club is a student-run organization that allows all students to build leadership and communication skills while expanding their understanding of psychology. Students shall gain these skills through officer positions, organizational events, community service, and specialized lectures from visiting professionals.

TAMUCT Psychology Club

Psi Chi

Psi Chi is an International Honor Society in Psychology. The mission of the Society is recognizing and promoting excellence in the science and application of psychology.

TAMUCT Psi Chi Club

Student Success Stories

Students in the Counseling and Psychology Department are actively engaged in their local communities and in the discipline. Check out our stories!

Students and Faculty Attend Research Conference

Nine students and faculty from the Texas A&M University—Central Texas Counseling & Psychology Department attended the 2025 Southwestern Psychological Association Conference in Little Rock, Arkansas.
Left to Right: Dr. Daniel Clark, Dr. Madelynn Shell, Queen Miller, Amanda McHugh, Abigayle Rocha, Michelle Sandy, Dr. Malin Lilley, Ariana Espinosa Grimaldo, Dr. Kendal Smith.