The Department of Counseling is committed to preparing students to become compassionate, innovative leaders who transform lives and communities. Our nationally recognized programs, accredited by CACREP through 2033, reflect the highest standards of excellence in counseling education, clinical service, and scholarship. Guided by faculty who are leaders locally, nationally, and internationally, students are empowered through cutting-edge teaching, impactful research, and deep community engagement to meet the evolving needs of global communities with integrity and purpose.
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Why Study in Counseling?
- Since Fall 2007, the Department of Counseling has had 66 doctoral graduates.
- 59% of graduates have academic jobs in universities and colleges ranging from assistant professor to dean.
- 30% of graduates have jobs in private practice or group practice.
Certified Neurofeedback Training
The UTSA neurofeedback program is the only training program in the nation accredited by the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance (BCIA) housed within a CACREP-accredited graduate counseling department. It is also one of 4 accredited university-based programs and the only public university-based program.
Certificate in Bilingual Counseling
This 12-hour Bilingual Counseling Certificate is designed to meet the needs of students interested in developing foundational skills in bilingual counseling with an emphasis on Spanish. The certificate is offered through the Department of Counseling (COU) with support from the Department of Bicultural and Bilingual Studies (BBL). Both departments reside in the College of Education and Human Development. The Department of Counseling bears ultimate responsibility for the certification program.
Training Opportunities and Additional Information for Site Supervisors
The Department of Counseling at UTSA has created an online asynchronous training opportunity available for all clinical site supervisors.
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March 19, 2026
Inside SarabiaPublished by Somos Magazine
A conversation with Ashley Cuevas, Clinical Director of the Sarabia Family Counseling Center, about student training, community impact and coming full circle.
September 2, 2025
The College of Education and Human Development appoints new interim and incoming department chairsPublished by UT San Antonio COEHD
The College of Education and Human Development has announced two key leadership appointments effective Sept. 1, naming Peggy Ceballos as chair of the Department of Counseling and Langston Clark as interim chair of the Department of Interdisciplinary Learning and Teaching.
August 7, 2025
New degree launches: UTSA introduces bachelor of science in behavioral sciencePublished by UT San Antonio Today
UTSA will launch a new bachelor of science in behavioral science degree program this fall through the College of Education and Human Development.
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