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Department of Psychological and Behavioral Health Sciences

The Department of Psychological and Behavioral Health Sciences (PBHS) educates students for careers that promote the mental, physical and psychosocial health and well-being of individuals, families and communities. Due to changing lifestyle and environmental factors that result in increased prevalence of disease and disability, there is a growing need to discover, develop, and disseminate evidence-based prevention, treatment and rehabilitation programs for physical and mental impairments. Through research, teaching, and service, the faculty of PBHS is dedicated to meeting this growing societal need. Moreover, PBHS faculty members are committed to the academic preparation and professional mentorship of students who will become the community and family health leaders of the future generations.

Programs and Degrees 

Behavior Analysis

Behavior Analysis Program degrees include:

Clinical Psychology

Clinical Psychology Program degrees include:

School Psychology

School Psychology Program degrees include:

Doctor of Psychology

Doctor of Psychology Program degrees include:

Minors and Certificates

University of Houston-Clear Lake's College of Human Sciences and Humanities offers various minors and certificates to supplement any degree. 

Earning a Minor

The following are the minor is available:

Contact

  • Department of Psychological and Behavioral Health Sciences

     

    Dr. Mary Short
    Department Chair
    Phone: 281-283-3324
    Email: shortmb@uhcl.edu
    Office: Bayou 1508.26


    Shelly Matejka
    Department Assistant III
    Phone: 281-283-3491
    Email: matejka@uhcl.edu
    Office: Bayou 1615