Message from the Chair: Department of Psychology & Counseling
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The Department of Psychology and Counseling offers degree programs in psychology, as well as school and mental health counseling. We strive to provide excellence in teaching and mentoring of students. Our undergraduate programs are grounded in scientific knowledge and will prepare you for a wide variety of careers in clinical, social, educational, industrial, and industrial environments. You will also graduate well prepared for post-graduate study and advanced training in the fields of psychology, counseling, social work, sociology, and law. Our programs offer many internship choices and one-on-one research opportunities with faculty, and we urge you to get involved in one of our honor societies or the Psychology Club, which offers meaningful interactions with fellow students and faculty. Explore our web pages and learn about the exciting programs we offer.
Maria LaPadula, Ph.D.
Department Chair
Degrees
- Bilingual School Counseling, Advanced Certificate
- Mental Health Counseling, M.S.
- Psychology, B.S.
- Psychology, B.S. / School Counseling, M.S.
- Psychology Minor
- School Counseling, M.S.
- Student Behavior Management, Advanced Certificate
Contact Us
Long Island
Maria LaPadula, Department Chair
Theobald Hall, room 427A
516.686.3869
mlapadul@nyit.edu
New York City
Melissa Huey
16 West 61st St., Room 1016
212.261.1574
mhuey@nyit.edu