Mental Health Counseling in Houston

In 2017, Houston residents experienced the devastating effects of Hurricane Harvey, which has made mental health counselors even more important in the region¹. As a mental health counselor in Houston, you can help people address traumatic events and other factors that may be affecting their mental wellness and their ability to reach fulfillment.

Before you can become a practicing mental health counselor in Houston, you must meet the criteria for licensure set by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors. A master’s degree is the minimum educational requirement to pursue licensure. Resources for Texas licensing board can be found on NYU Steinhardt’s Professional Licensure page.

Counseling@NYU gives you the opportunity to earn an NYU graduate degree in counseling without relocating to attend classes in New York City. Delivered by the NYU Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, the online program teaches you myriad counseling approaches and techniques so you can work effectively with diverse clients of all ages.

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