Counseling Program
School of Counseling, Leadership, Advocacy, and Design
Whether you are pursuing a Master's of Science in Counseling or Doctorate in Counselor Education and Supervision, the Counseling (CNSL) Programs at the University of Wyoming provide you the knowledge and experience to
approach your passion to support others with creativity and divergent thinking.
Our programs encourage self-examination and personal growth as you develop state-of-the-art,
research-based counseling competencies. Informal interactions between faculty and
students and small class environments provide a sense of community amongst those in
the program. Building on this supportive community, the learning environment offers
intensive class discussions, experiential learning activities, and opportunities for
scholarly engagement that deepen understanding and strengthen professional skills.
Our required counseling courses are conveniently Face-to-Face (F2F) at two locations,
UW's Laramie Campus or UWC-Casper. Learn more about each program below.
WELLSPRING COUNSELING CLINIC
UW’s clinic boasts the latest in digital technology, offers individual, group and
couples counseling, play therapy and substance abuse evaluations. As a master’s student,
you will have the opportunity to work here as part of your practicum.
If you are a Casper student, you will complete your clinical experience in community
schools and agencies in your community.
The UW counseling program is accredited by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
Program Mission Statement and Objectives
The University of Wyoming Counselor Education and Supervision program fosters the
development of clinical excellence through an empirically grounded, humanistic emphasis
on the therapeutic relationship across the lifespan. Our experiential curriculum prioritizes
the integration of counseling knowledge, skills and dispositions and promotes creativity
for careers serving all communities in alignment with professional ethical standards.
This program develops mental health and school counselors as generalist clinicians
prepared to work in Wyoming’s diverse communities. We believe that students become
professional counselors through an iterative process that includes instruction, action,
feedback and adjustment, embedded in a supportive learning environment. Students and
faculty belong to a cohort-based, collaborative community that supports meaningful
interaction and learning from one another. Working together, we create a safe space
for vulnerability, discovery, and growth. Within our community we seek to nurture
each student’s mastery of research-based counseling competencies, and the development
of their unique professional identity. We value meaningful self-awareness, healthy
self-regulation, and personal responsibility. Therefore, a key element in our approach
to counselor preparation is the expectation that we will all engage in ongoing reflective
practice and pursue a holistic wellness lifestyle. Our commitment to supporting the
needs of all community members in alignment with our professional ethical guidelines
is supported through programmatic reflective practice and community engagement, which
supports our commitment to meet the unique needs of our stakeholders.
Program Objectives
Mental Health Counseling Program: The mental health counselor is a helping professional prepared for clinical practice.
Graduate education and clinical training prepare counselors to provide a full range
of services for individuals, couples, families, adolescents, and children across the
lifespan. These may include assessment and diagnosis, treatment planning, intervention,
group, career, and substance use work. Our mental health program prepares counselors
to practice in a variety of settings such as independent practice, community agencies,
integrated delivery systems, hospitals, and addictions treatment settings.
School Counseling Program: The school counselor is a school leader who consults and collaborates with students,
teachers, administrators, parents, and other members of the community to promote culturally
relevant P-12 student growth in personal/social, career, and academic domains. On
a daily basis, school counselors may offer a variety of direct services (e.g., classroom
lessons, small groups) as well as systemic interventions (e.g., advocacy, consultation)
to enhance student development. School counseling programs often encompass character
education, conflict resolution, career planning, and much more to build on students’
strengths.
As a faculty, we strive to:
- Prepare students who demonstrate academic preparation by completing an approved program
of study that meets the standards set forth by the Council for Accreditation of Counseling
and Related Educational Programs (CACREP).
- Prepare students who demonstrate development as culturally competent, skilled & ethical
counselors.
- Support students to develop a professional identity as a professional counselor including
the areas of advocacy, leadership, social justice, and promotion of caring communities.
- Help students demonstrate a clear vision of their professional and academic goals.
Interested in Learning More?
COUNSELING PROGRAM ADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTS AND DEADLINES
View Counseling program deadlines, and detailed instructions on how to apply, including
info on transcripts, GRE scores, and the required documents.
COUNSELING FACULTY CONTACT INFORMATION
View Counseling program faculty contact information such as titles, coordinators,
phone numbers, emails, and curriculum vitae. Please reach out directly!
COUNSELING CURRICULUM DETAILS
View Counseling program information such as required courses, course descriptions,
credit hours, and up-to-date curriculum information via the University Catalog.
COUNSELING STUDENT RESOURCES
View Counseling important links regarding how to register via wyoweb, required courses,
long-term course schedules, internship information, student handbooks, graduate student
forms, the doctoral journey in the College of Education, and more!
Please email questions to the School of CLAD Office Associate, Senior Tiffany J. Le
GAL, at tlegal@uwyo.edu.
