Felicia Castro-Villarreal, Ph.D.

Professor, Educational Psychology

Felicia Castro-Villarreal, Ph.D.

Bio

Felicia Castro-Villarreal is a Professor of School Psychology in the Department of Educational Psychology. Dr.Castro-Villarreal was born and raised in Robstown, Texas, home of the Cotton Pickers. She is the daughter of the legendary Coach Steve Castro. She received her bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Texas at San Antonio and earned a Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology from St. Mary’s University. Dr. Castro-Villarreal earned a Ph.D. in School Psychology from Oklahoma State University and completed her doctoral internship with the APA-accredited Cypress-Fairbanks ISD Psychological Services Department. Dr. Castro-Villarreal specializes and has research interests in multicultural assessment and practice and consultation with school staff. She currently holds licensure as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) and is currently working toward becoming a Licensed Psychologist.