Department of Counseling
Mission
At Â鶹ÉçÇø's Department of Counseling, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community of candidates and faculty. Our purpose is to empower each individual to thrive in diverse settings through a comprehensive education that emphasizes ethical practices, skillful counseling, and a commitment to equality, fairness, and diversity. We prioritize evidence-based practices in our curriculum, ensuring our graduates are prepared to meet the needs of a wide range of clients effectively. Our program is designed to cultivate master’s level counselors who are not only proficient in their craft but also champions of inclusivity and advocates for the well-being of all individuals in their professional endeavors.
Overview
Serving the greater good. Â鶹ÉçÇø offers degrees leading to service-oriented positions including those in counseling. Counselors are a vital resource for student and families, and help communities thrive.
The master’s in school counseling prepares students to become certified counselors in public or private school settings in New York State. 
The master’s program in mental health counseling prepares students to begin working in a clinical setting, including: family services, outpatient center, hospitals, government and private practice.
CASAC 350 Hour Certificate
An alcohol and substance abuse certification can both help your career and help your patients in need of this special service. Â鶹ÉçÇø can help you get that certification.
Arthur G. McCann's 6th Annual Memorial Lecture
Wednesday, October 26, 2022
What's known now: Best practices for helping LGBT+ youth in a diverse world
Presented by: Jack Simons, PhD, (he/him/his), Associate Professor at Â鶹ÉçÇø
Programs Offered
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Mental Health Counseling, Master's Degree
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School Counseling, Master's Degree
Summary of Program Evaluation Results
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Full-Time Faculty
Carolyn T Cullen
- MaH Cottage
- ccullen@mercy.edu
- (914) 674-7745
Shakuntala M Ramdas
- BX 2256
- sramdas@mercy.edu
- (718) 678-8824
Angelle Elaine Richardson
Kay M Vitro
- Mahoney Hall, Rm. 210
- kvitro@mercy.edu
- (914) 888-5329
Cynthia T Walley
- MaH 101
- cwalley@mercy.edu
- (914) 674-7276
Part-Time Faculty
Dennis C Andrews
- MaH Cottage
- dandrews1@mercy.edu
- (914) 888-5346