School Directory

Behavioral Health Schools in Texas

69

Schools listed

43

Cities

163

Accredited programs

23

With an online option

Abilene

2 schools

Abilene Christian University

Social WorkOnline option
  • Abilene, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Science in Social Work, BSSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1982Next CSWE review October 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Online AvailableProgram page
MSW
Master of Science in Social Work, MSSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2007Next CSWE review October 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Hardin-Simmons University

CounselingSocial Work
  • Abilene, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2015Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2027
BSW
BBSSW; BSSW; BBSSWACSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1986Next CSWE review October 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Program Dual Degree, Other, PsychologyProgram page

Arlington

1 school

University of Texas at Arlington

Social WorkOnline option
  • Arlington, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1982Next CSWE review June 2032Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per year, Online AvailableProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1970Next CSWE review June 2032Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Online AvailableProgram page

Austin

3 schools

Seminary of the Southwest

Counseling
  • Austin, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2016Current accreditation cycle ends Apr 2034

St. Edward's University

CounselingFamilySocial Work
  • Austin, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2028
Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2020Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2028
BSW
Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Social Work, BACSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1975Next CSWE review October 2026Full-TimeProgram page

University of Texas at Austin

Social WorkPsychology
  • Austin, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1975Next CSWE review February 2029Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Science in Social Work, MSSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1952Next CSWE review February 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since February 01, 1949Next APA site visit 2033Seay Building, 4.212, 108 E. Dean Keeton A8000, Department of Psychology
Clinical-School Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since February 01, 1971Next APA site visit 2032The University of Texas at Austin, 1912 Speedway STOP D5800
Counseling Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since January 12, 1953Next APA site visit 2033The University of Texas at Austin, Educational Psychology/Counseling, Psychology, 1912 Speedway STOP D5800

Beaumont

1 school

Belton

1 school

University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

CounselingFamilySocial Work
  • Belton, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2011Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2029
Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2013Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2029
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1994Next CSWE review June 2031Full-TimeProgram page

Brownwood

1 school

Howard Payne University

Social Work
  • Brownwood, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work & Bachelor of Science in Social WorkCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1997Next CSWE review October 2026Full-TimeProgram page

Bryan

1 school

Tarleton State University

Social Work
  • Bryan, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSW; Bachelor of Arts and Applied Sciences in Social Work, BAASSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1980Next CSWE review February 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per yearProgram page

Canyon

1 school

College Station

1 school

Texas A&M University

Psychology
  • College Station, TX
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 08, 1988Department of Psychological & Brain, Sciences, 4258 TAMU, Texas A&M University
Counseling Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since December 08, 1981Next APA site visit 20314225 TAMU
School Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since October 29, 1985Next APA site visit 2027704 Harrington Tower, MS 4225 TAMU

Commerce

1 school

East Texas A&M University

CounselingSocial Work
  • Commerce, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.Listed as East Texas A&M University (formerly TX A&M Commerce)CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2014Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2031
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.Listed as East Texas A&M University (formerly TX A&M Commerce)CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Sep 1990Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2031
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1978Next CSWE review February 2033Full-TimeProgram page

Corpus Christi

1 school

Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

CounselingFamily
  • Corpus Christi, TX
Addiction Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2011Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2028
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2011Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2028
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2003Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2028
School Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2003Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2028
Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2003Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2028

Dallas

4 schools

Dallas Baptist University

Counseling
  • Dallas, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Dec 2023Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2033

Southern Methodist University

CounselingFamilyPsychology
  • Dallas, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
School Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since May 19, 2009Next APA site visit 20316116 N. Central Expressway, Suite 1300

University of North Texas at Dallas

Counseling
  • Dallas, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2016Current accreditation cycle ends Apr 2034
School Counseling
M.Ed.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2016Current accreditation cycle ends Apr 2034

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Psychology
  • Dallas, TX
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since January 17, 1986Next APA site visit 20355323 Harry Hines Boulevard

Denton

2 schools

Texas Woman's University

CounselingSocial WorkPsychology
  • Denton, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2014Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2033
School Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Apr 1999Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2033
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1974Next CSWE review June 2029Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page
Counseling Ph.D.
DoctoralListed as Texas Woman’s UniversityAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since June 20, 1995Next APA site visit 20291315 N Bell Avenue, CFO 705
School Ph.D.
DoctoralListed as Texas Woman’s UniversityAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 29, 2011Next APA site visit 2028P.O. Box 425470

University of North Texas

CounselingSocial WorkPsychology
  • Denton, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.Listed as University of North Texas, College of EducationCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2010Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2028
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.Listed as University of North Texas, College of EducationCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jun 1979Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2028
Rehabilitation Counseling
M.S.Listed as University of North Texas, College of Health and Public ServiceCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2033
School Counseling
M.Ed./M.S.Listed as University of North Texas, College of EducationCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jun 1979Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2028
BSW
CSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1975Next CSWE review February 2029Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2017 (2017-2023 as part of collaborative)Next CSWE review February 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per yearProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since December 05, 1978Next APA site visit 2031Clinical Psychology Program, 1155 Union Circle #311280
Counseling Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since December 05, 1978Next APA site visit 20281155 Union Circle #311280

Edinburg

1 school

University of Texas-Rio Grande Valley

CounselingSocial WorkPsychologyOnline option
  • Edinburg, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.Ed.Listed as University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, College of EducationCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2016Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
M.S.Listed as University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, College of Health ProfessionsCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2018Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.Listed as University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, College of Health ProfessionsCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2016Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
School Counseling
M.Ed.Listed as University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, College of EducationCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2009Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
BSW
Bachelors in Social WorkCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1976Next CSWE review February 2031Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
MSSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2002Next CSWE review February 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Online AvailableProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralListed as University of Texas Rio Grande ValleyAPA: Accredited, on contingencyAPA-accredited since January 26, 2024Next APA site visit 20271201 West University Drive

El Paso

1 school

University of Texas at El Paso

CounselingSocial WorkOnline option
  • El Paso, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2027
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
MRCCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2022Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2027
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1994Next CSWE review June 2032Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2010Next CSWE review June 2032Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Fort Worth

2 schools

Tarleton State University

Social Work
  • Fort Worth, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSW; Bachelor of Arts and Applied Sciences in Social Work, BAASSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1980Next CSWE review February 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per yearProgram page

Texas Christian University

CounselingSocial Work
  • Fort Worth, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.Ed.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2020Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2030
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1977Next CSWE review June 2033Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2012Next CSWE review June 2033Full-Time, Advanced StandingProgram page

Ft. Worth

1 school

Tarleton State University

Social Work
  • Ft. Worth, TX
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review February 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Weekends/EveningProgram page

Hawkins

1 school

Jarvis Christian University

Social Work
  • Hawkins, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Former Name(s), Jarvis Christian CollegeProgram page

Houston

5 schools

Texas Southern University

Social Work
  • Houston, TX
BSW
Bachelor's of Arts, BACSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1977Next CSWE review February 2032Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page

University of Houston

Social WorkPsychologyOnline option
  • Houston, TX
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1970Next CSWE review February 2034Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends Only, Online AvailableProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since January 01, 1959Next APA site visit 20283695 Cullen Blvd, Room 126
Counseling Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 14, 1987Next APA site visit 2035Department of Psychological, Health, and, Learning Sciences, 491 Farish Hall, 3657 Cullen Blvd
School Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since June 03, 2009Next APA site visit 2033479 Farish Hall, 3657 Cullen Blvd

University of Houston-Clear Lake

CounselingSocial WorkPsychology
  • Houston, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.Listed as University of Houston - Clear LakeCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2019Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2030
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2001Next CSWE review October 2032Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per yearProgram page
Combined, Clinical-School Psy.D.
DoctoralListed as University of Houston – Clear LakeAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 07, 2019Next APA site visit 20332700 Bay Area Blvd

University of Houston-Downtown

Social Work
  • Houston, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2008Next CSWE review June 2032Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page

University of Saint Thomas Houston

Counseling
  • Houston, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2019Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2029

Huntsville

1 school

Sam Houston State University

CounselingPsychology
  • Huntsville, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2013Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2031
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2008Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2031
School Counseling
M.Ed.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2013Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2031
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since June 02, 2006Next APA site visit 2028Box 2210

Killeen

1 school

Texas A&M University-Central Texas

CounselingSocial Work
  • Killeen, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.Listed as Texas A&M University - Central TexasCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2018Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2027
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2014Next CSWE review February 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per yearProgram page

Kingsville

1 school

Texas A&M University-Kingsville

CounselingSocial Work
  • Kingsville, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.Listed as Texas A&M University - KingsvilleCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2019Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2029
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2004Next CSWE review June 2027Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
CSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review October 2031Full-Time, Advanced Standing, Weekends/EveningProgram page

Longview

1 school

LeTourneau University

Counseling
  • Longview, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Aug 2024Current accreditation cycle ends Apr 2034

Lubbock

3 schools

Lubbock Christian University

Social Work
  • Lubbock, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: Accredited - Withdrawal in ProgressCSWE-accredited since 1985Next CSWE review June 2027Full-TimeProgram page

Texas Tech University

CounselingSocial WorkPsychologyOnline option
  • Lubbock, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.Ed.Listed as Texas Tech University, College of EducationCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2014Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2032
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.Listed as Texas Tech University, College of EducationCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Apr 1998Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2032
BSW
Bachelor of Arts in Social Work, BASWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1979 (approved 1970-1973)Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSW (2015-Present}CSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2015Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since March 01, 1972Next APA site visit 2034Box 42051
Counseling Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 24, 1964Next APA site visit 2033Department of Psychological Sciences, 2810 18th St

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

Counseling
  • Lubbock, TX
Addiction Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2019Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2029
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2019Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2029
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2017Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2029

Marshall

1 school

East Texas Baptist University

Counseling
  • Marshall, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2025Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2034

Nacogdoches

1 school

Stephen F. Austin State University

CounselingSocial Work
  • Nacogdoches, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2015Current accreditation cycle ends Apr 2034
BSW
CSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1979Next CSWE review February 2029Full-TimeProgram page

Odessa

1 school

University of Texas of the Permian Basin

Social Work
  • Odessa, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2003Next CSWE review June 2027Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page

Plano

1 school

The Chicago School, Dallas Campus

Psychology
  • Plano, TX
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: Accredited, on contingencyAPA-accredited since November 8, 2024Next APA site visit 20276275 W Plano Pkwy, Suite 130

Prairie View

1 school

Richardson

1 school

The Chicago School - Dallas

Counseling
  • Richardson, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Aug 2022Current accreditation cycle ends Apr 2033

Round Rock

1 school

Texas State University

Social WorkOnline option
  • Round Rock, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1978Next CSWE review October 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online Available, Former Name(s), Texas State University-San MarcosProgram page

San Angelo

1 school

Angelo State University

Social WorkOnline option
  • San Angelo, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2010Next CSWE review February 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Online AvailableProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2019Next CSWE review February 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/Evening, Online AvailableProgram page

San Antonio

5 schools

Our Lady of the Lake University

CounselingSocial WorkPsychologyOnline option
  • San Antonio, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2024
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2024Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2034
School Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2024Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2034
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1974Next CSWE review June 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Online AvailableProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1945Next CSWE review June 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page
Counseling Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since May 12, 1995Next APA site visit 2027411 SW 24th Street

St. Mary's University

Counseling
  • San Antonio, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2003Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2029
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from May 1996Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2029

Texas A&M University - San Antonio

CounselingFamily
  • San Antonio, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2021Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2031
School Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2020Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2031
Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2020Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2031

University of Kentucky

Social WorkOnline option
  • San Antonio, TX
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1970Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Online AvailableProgram page

University of Texas at San Antonio

CounselingSocial Work
  • San Antonio, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2014Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2033
Counselor Education and Supervision
Ph.D.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2007Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2033
School Counseling
M.Ed.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2007Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2033
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2024 (pending)Next CSWE review October 2026Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2004Next CSWE review February 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Weekends/EveningProgram page

San Marcos

1 school

Texas State University

CounselingFamilySocial WorkOnline option
  • San Marcos, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jul 2014Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2032
School Counseling
M.Ed.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Sep 2001Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2032
Marriage, Couple and Family Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Sep 1998Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2032
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1978Next CSWE review October 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online Available, Former Name(s), Texas State University-San MarcosProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1997Next CSWE review October 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Stephenville

1 school

Tarleton State University

CounselingSocial Work
  • Stephenville, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2016Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2034
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSW; Bachelor of Arts and Applied Sciences in Social Work, BAASSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1980Next CSWE review February 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per yearProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review February 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Weekends/EveningProgram page

Texarkana

1 school

Texas A&M University-Texarkana

CounselingSocial Work
  • Texarkana, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.Listed as Texas A&M University - TexarkanaCACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2013Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2031
BSW
Bachelor's of Social WorkCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2025 (pending)Next CSWE review October 2026Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2020Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page

The Woodlands

1 school

Tyler

3 schools

University of Texas at Tyler

CounselingSocial WorkPsychology
  • Tyler, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2013Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2031
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2021Next CSWE review February 2032Full-Time, Part-TimeProgram page
Clinical Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: Accredited, on contingencyAPA-accredited since February 27, 2024Next APA site visit 20273900 University Blvd.

Victoria

1 school

Texas A&M University - Victoria

Counseling
  • Victoria, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2015Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2034
School Counseling
M.S.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2009Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2034

Waco

2 schools

Baylor University

Social WorkPsychologyOnline option
  • Waco, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1976 (approved 1968-1975)Next CSWE review June 2029Full-TimeProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2001Next CSWE review June 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Online AvailableProgram page
Clinical Psy.D.
DoctoralAPA: AccreditedAPA-accredited since April 26, 1976One Bear Place #97334, BSB 330-A
School Ph.D.
DoctoralAPA: Accredited, on contingencyAPA-accredited since January 21, 2022Department of Educational Psychology, One Bear Place #97301

Tarleton State University

Social Work
  • Waco, TX
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSW; Bachelor of Arts and Applied Sciences in Social Work, BAASSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1980Next CSWE review February 2028Full-Time, Part-Time, Multiple cohorts per yearProgram page
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2016Next CSWE review February 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Weekends/EveningProgram page

Waxahachie

1 school

Nelson University

CounselingSocial WorkOnline option
  • Waxahachie, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.S.Listed as Nelson University (formerly Southwestern Assemblies of God University)CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Aug 2023Current accreditation cycle ends Mar 2033
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2018Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Online Available, Former Name(s), Southwestern Assemblies of God UniversityProgram page

Wichita Falls

1 school

Midwestern State University

CounselingSocial Work
  • Wichita Falls, TX
Clinical Mental Health Counseling
M.A.CACREP: AccreditedCACREP graduates from Jan 2019Current accreditation cycle ends Oct 2028
BSW
Bachelor of Social Work, BSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1991Next CSWE review June 2031Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Program Dual Degree, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Education, Nursing, ArtProgram page

Woodland

1 school

Stephen F. Austin State University

Social WorkOnline option
  • Woodland, TX
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 1998Next CSWE review February 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Online AvailableProgram page

Online Programs Based in Texas

5 schools

CSWE lists these programs with no current campus site, only online delivery. You'll be licensed by the state where you practice, so check that board's rules too.

East Texas A&M University

Social WorkOnline option
  • Online program based in TX
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2001Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Multiple cohorts per year, Online AvailableProgram page

Prairie View A&M University

Social WorkOnline option
  • Online program based in TX
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2021Next CSWE review June 2029Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

Texas Woman's University

Social WorkOnline option
  • Online program based in TX
MSW
Master of Social Work, MSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2017 (2017-2023 as part of collaborative)Next CSWE review June 2032Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online Available, Former Name(s), Texas Woman’s University & University of North Texas CollaborativeProgram page

University of Texas of the Permian Basin

Social Work
  • Online program based in TX
MSW
Masters of Social Work, MSWCSWE: CandidacyCSWE-accredited since 2025 (pending)Next CSWE review February 2027Full-Time, Part-Time, Advanced Standing, Online AvailableProgram page

West Texas A&M University

Social WorkOnline option
  • Online program based in TX
MSW
Master of Science in Social Work , MSSWCSWE: AccreditedCSWE-accredited since 2010Next CSWE review February 2033Full-Time, Advanced Standing, Weekends/Evening, Online AvailableProgram page

About Texas Behavioral Health Schools

69 schools in Texas run 63 CACREP counseling programs, 6 marriage, couple and family counseling programs, 69 CSWE social work programs and 25 APA-accredited psychology programs, spread across 43 cities. 29 of them train for more than one kind of license on the same campus.

What you need after graduating depends on the license. For Texas, see counselor licensure in Texas, MFT licensure in Texas, social work licensure in Texas and psychologist licensure in Texas.

Some credentials don't run through these degrees at all. For Texas, see substance abuse counselor requirements, peer specialist certification, PMHNP practice authority and behavior analyst licensure.

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Program names and accreditation statuses come from the CACREP and CSWE directories (as of September 27, 2026) and APA's 2025 list of accredited programs. Accreditation can change, so verify it with the accreditor (CACREP, CSWE, APA) and check admission details and costs with the school.
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