Counselor Education & School Psychology

At UCF, our mental health counseling and school psychology programs prepare you to work alongside individuals, families and communities to find resilience in hardship and hope in moments of despair. That’s because our programs are built on the belief that meaningful change begins with people like you — knowledgeable individuals who care deeply and act collaboratively.

Here, your learning is driven by evidence-based practice, integrated healthcare and hands-on experience. You’ll work alongside expert faculty and active practitioners to transform lives by helping people reframe their stories and reclaim their future. You’ll train in real-world settings through internships and practicums that connect classroom theory to professional application. And you’ll join an expansive community of professionals committed to mental well-being.

Our graduates go on to become licensed mental health counselors, licensed marriage and family therapists, school counselors, school psychologists, leaders and professors in clinical, educational and community settings. They’re creating safer schools, supporting families in crisis, shaping public policy and expanding access to high-quality mental healthcare. Most of all, they’re improving lives — and making the world a better place.

Because being a mental health practitioner isn’t just a job. It’s a calling. It’s a gift. And it just might be the most rewarding decision you ever make.