Counseling
Whether you're pursuing a Master of Arts in Counseling or expanding your expertise with the Play Therapy Certificate, UTPB provides the academic foundation and hands-on preparation to help you achieve your professional goals.
Prepare to Make a Difference
UTPB's Master of Arts in Counseling programs prepare compassionate professionals to support individuals, families, and communities. Through rigorous coursework, supervised clinical experiences, and faculty mentorship, you'll build the knowledge and practical counseling skills needed for careers in school or clinical mental health settings.
Graduates are academically prepared to pursue LPC licensure or school counselor certification, depending on their chosen concentration.
Support Children Through Play
The Play Therapy Certificate prepares counseling professionals to use developmentally appropriate, evidence-based play therapy techniques to support children and families. This specialized graduate certificate helps expand clinical skills while preparing you to better address children's emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.