SMU Master's in Counseling Program

SMU Master's in Counseling Program Welcome to the official page for the SMU Department of Counseling. We offer the education and training needed for licensure across diverse settings.

Our Master's program equips students with culturally sensitive skills to support individuals and families. The counseling program provides the elements necessary for certification, licensure, and actual counseling practice. Students acquire knowledge in the disciplines that underlie counseling–including education, psychology, human development, sociology, learning, and social change. They develop

the necessary skills in therapy and assessment, provide culturally competent services, and become familiar with the legal and clinical considerations confronting practitioners. Repeated practice and role-playing with feedback and strategic modification are critical to mastery of the skills and are, consequently, an essential part of the program. Successful graduates are able to pursue State Licensure as Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFT), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC), or School Counselors. The opportunity to be licensed as a Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC) in the state of Texas can be incorporated into the program of study as well.

09/11/2026

Today is World Su***de Prevention Day.

“Su***de prevention matters deeply. We need to recognize warning signs, ask difficult questions, and connect people with help. But as someone who has lost a sister to su***de, I have also learned that we need to talk about prevention with humility and care. We can advocate passionately for prevention while also extending compassion to those who carry the grief of su***de loss.”
Dr. Greta Davis, Chair, SMU Department of Counseling

At SMU, we prepare future counselors to enter into some of life’s most difficult moments with knowledge, skill, courage, and compassion. Today, we remember those who have died by su***de, stand with those who carry the grief of su***de loss, and recommit ourselves to helping people who are struggling know they do not have to struggle alone.

If you or someone you know is in crisis, call or text 988.

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The Department of Counseling represented the program at the Women & LGBT Rainbow Resource Fair!
09/09/2026

The Department of Counseling represented the program at the Women & LGBT Rainbow Resource Fair!

CSI Back to School Bash! Our organizations, faculty, and students came together to collaborate on all things SMU Counsel...
09/06/2026

CSI Back to School Bash! Our organizations, faculty, and students came together to collaborate on all things SMU Counseling!

The fall semester has officially begun! The SMU Department of Counseling faculty wishes you all a great school year!
08/31/2026

The fall semester has officially begun! The SMU Department of Counseling faculty wishes you all a great school year!

August is recognized as National Wellness Month! It’s important that counselors and counseling students prioritize their...
08/24/2026

August is recognized as National Wellness Month! It’s important that counselors and counseling students prioritize their wellness needs to be able to show up intentionally for their clients. SMU Counseling students and alumni, we are so proud of you and we support your wellness!

The newest SMU counseling students have arrived! We have started the new school year with fall 2026 orientation!
08/19/2026

The newest SMU counseling students have arrived! We have started the new school year with fall 2026 orientation!

Faculty and staff are getting ready to start a new school year— starting off with an instructor orientation!
08/13/2026

Faculty and staff are getting ready to start a new school year— starting off with an instructor orientation!

Did you know that our student organizations host summer events? The Students in Addiction and/or Trauma Studies group ho...
08/07/2026

Did you know that our student organizations host summer events?

The Students in Addiction and/or Trauma Studies group hosted John Patton, LCSW, and C.C. “Sonny” McCutcheon, LCDC, LAC for presentations on their clinical experience.

The summer internship students have completed their last class in the SMU Counseling program! We are sad to see them go,...
08/06/2026

The summer internship students have completed their last class in the SMU Counseling program! We are sad to see them go, but so excited for their careers in counseling!

The SMU Department of Counseling works hard to maintain alumni connections for the collaboration of professionals throug...
07/27/2026

The SMU Department of Counseling works hard to maintain alumni connections for the collaboration of professionals throughout generations! Thank you to our recent graduates and counselors in the field who continue to share wisdom during the alumni panels!

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