Avila University is a private university in Kansas City, Missouri. The MS in Psychology degree program has two tracks: research and general.
From faculty to staff, as well as other students, Avila is a community of learners that values your individuality. The Master of Science in Counseling Psychology is a 60-credit hours degree program designed to provide specialized education in the field of counseling psychology. The program is designed to help graduates meet the educational criteria required for licensed mental health counselors in
05/16/2024
Congratulations to all of the recent psychology and counseling graduates from Avila University! The School of Psychology faculty and staff are incredibly proud of you!
Go make the world a better place!
04/16/2024
Congratulations to all of the new Avila University Psi Chi inductees! The School of Psychology faculty and staff are excited to welcome you!
04/15/2024
There is still time to rsvp for the Avila University Counseling Psychology Open House on April 25th! Meet the counseling faculty and current students. Learn more about the MSCP degree program and discover if the counseling profession is a good fit for you!
RSVP today!
https://www.avila.edu/.../department-of.../register-today/
03/25/2024
Interested in becoming a licensed professional counselor? Attend the Avila University Open House on April 25th! https://www.avila.edu/academics/college-of-liberal-arts-social-sciences/school-of-psychology/department-of-psychology/register-today/
03/11/2024
02/15/2024
Interested in becoming a licensed professional counselor? Now is the time to apply for the fall term at Avila University. Classes begin August 2024 for our Master of Science in Counseling Psychology (MSCP) degree program. Review our alumni testimonials and apply for free today! MPCAC accredited. https://www.avila.edu/academics/college-of-liberal-arts-social-sciences/school-of-psychology/department-of-psychology/master-of-science-in-counseling-psychology/
12/18/2023
It’s a simple message that bears repeating: Even moderate amounts of exercise can help ward off depression.
Learn more about the connection between physical activity and mental health: https://at.apa.org/jxy
12/08/2023
Congratulations to two graduate MSP students, Taylor Staves and Izzy Watters, for receiving Psi Chi Graduate Research grants to fund their thesis work!
Taylor received $500 to fund her project, “The Influence of Benevolent Sexism on Performance, Job Selection, and Perception of Competence.” Her faculty mentor is Dr. Jordan Wagge.
Izzy received $1000 to fund her project, ““Loneliness and the Stress Response: Investigating Physiological Reactivity in the Socially Isolated and the Socially Connected.” Her faculty mentor is Dr. Marcia Pasqualini.
Wonderful job!
10/06/2023
Penny Howard chose the Avila University counseling psychology degree program and loved her experience. If you have the desire to become a licensed professional counselor, consider the campus based counseling degree program (MSCP) at Avila University.
There is still time to apply for either the spring or fall 2024 semesters! There is no application fee and no GRE test requirement. Consider Avila University. You will be glad you did!
Q&A: Penny Howard, MSCP '21 | Avila University Penny Howard graduated from Avila University with her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology in 2021. Howard is now provisionally licensed to provide ps ...
09/22/2023
Its going to be a beautiful day for the School of Psychology fall picnic tomorrow (Saturday September 23) at Minor Park shelter house from 2-4 pm.
All are welcome -- faculty, staff, students, alum, former instructions, family members, and leashed dogs
Please bring some snacks and/or drinks to share (if you cannot, there will probably be enough!) and any outdoor games you want to play (beanbag toss, frisbee, etc.). We'll supply hotdogs, plates, cups, and paper towels. There are portable restrooms nearby the shelter, and a playground!
We hope to see you there!
https://kcparks.org/places/minor-park/
09/20/2023
We all need assistance at times. Here are five benefits of working with a mental health counselor!
5 benefits of working with a mental health counselor | Avila University Five Benefits of Mental Health Counseling Mental health counselors are a vital part of our society. They help people deal with the stresses and strains of e ...
09/18/2023
Have you signed up for Alumni Reunion Weekend yet? It's time to come back and see the campus and reconnect with the Avila Community! Registration closes at the end of the week!
Check out the Schedule of Events and our Fall Pop-Up Store for Avila T-shirts! Order your gear ahead of time and stop by the Alumni Tent on September 30 to pick up your t-shirts and win some prizes!
Questions or need support with your registration? Call 816-501-3613 or email [email protected]
The Alumni Board and Advancement & Alumni Team cannot wait for a fun memory-filled weekend! Gather your friends and make plans to JOIN US!
REGISTER ONLINE: https://apply.avila.edu/portal/alumnihomecoming?tab=home
REGISTER BY PHONE: 816-501-3613
