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As the seventh school of UTHealth Houston, we’re on a mission to train the next generation of behavioral health care professionals to meet the critical mental health and emotional well-being needs of children and adults across Texas.

09/02/2026

Considering an MSW in Clinical Social Work?

Join our virtual drop-in information sessions to learn more about the program. Whether you're interested in advanced-standing or regular admission, our team is available to answer your questions. No registration is required.

When: Third Thursdays of September, October, November, and December

Zoom: https://lnkd.in/gr5HTFMn

For more information contact: [email protected]

Applications will open soon. We look forward to connecting with you.

08/31/2026

Today marks the first day of class at UTHealth Houston School of Behavioral Health Sciences and a milestone unlike any before.

For the first time, all six of our graduate programs are represented in our student body, bringing together the next generation of clinicians, researchers, social workers, and behavioral health leaders.

Six programs, one shared mission: to transform behavioral health through education, research, and impact.

08/27/2026

The MSW in Clinical Social Work at UTHealth Houston School of Behavioral Health Sciences has reached an important milestone in its journey toward accreditation by the Council on Social Work Education’s (CSWE) Board of Accreditation (BOA).

Our program is now in pre-candidacy!

This is a BIG step forward for our program, our students, and the future of clinical social work at UTHealth Houston.

We’re just getting started and we can’t wait for what’s ahead!

Learn more about our program: https://behavioralhealth.uth.edu/education/clinical-social-work/master-social-work-msw

08/15/2026

Bullying can have lasting effects on children and adolescents. Understanding why it happens and how we can prevent it is critical to creating safer, healthier schools.

In this FOX 26 Houston interview, Jeffrey R. Temple, PhD, Associate Dean, Clinical Research at UTHealth Houston School of Behavioral Health Sciences and Director of the Texas Violence and Injury Prevention Research (VIPR) Center, shares his expertise on school bullying and what parents, educators and communities can do to help prevent it.

08/06/2026

A strong school year starts with a strong foundation for mental health.

Leslie K. Taylor, PhD, associate professor, licensed child psychologist, and Director of the PhD in Clinical Psychology Program at the UTHealth Houston School of Behavioral Health Sciences, shares practical strategies to help families support children as they head back to school.

Read more here: https://behavioralhealth.uth.edu/news/story/managing-mental-health-as-kids-head-back-to-school

08/03/2026

As students head back to school, more districts are adopting clear or mesh backpack policies. But what do these changes mean for students and families?

In a recent San Antonio Report article, Jeff Temple, PhD, Associate Dean for Clinical Research at UTHealth Houston School of Behavioral Health Sciences and Director of the Texas Violence and Injury Prevention Research Center, shares expert insight on how schools can promote safety while supporting students' well-being.

Whether your child's school already has a clear backpack requirement or is considering one, this article offers important perspective for parents as they prepare for the new school year.

Read the story: https://sanantonioreport.org/clear-backpack-policy-2026-harlandale-isd-san-antonio/

07/24/2026

Starring Dean Jair C. Soares, MD, PhD, because every great Netflix documentary needs a leading role.

07/22/2026

On World Brain Day, we recognize the remarkable complexity of the human brain and the importance of advancing brain health through research, innovation, education, and compassionate care.

From groundbreaking discoveries to patient-centered solutions, experts across UTHealth Houston are working together to better understand the brain, behavioral health challenges, and improve lives across our communities.

Today, we celebrate the researchers, clinicians, educators, trainees, and partners who are shaping the future of brain health.

07/04/2026

Today, we celebrate the spirit of independence, community and service that brings us together.

This Fourth of July, we wish you a safe, joyful holiday with family and friends. As you celebrate, remember to take time to care for yourself and those around you.

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

06/25/2026

In recognition of Men’s Health Month, Lokesh Shahani, MD, PhD, shares insight on the stigma surrounding men’s mental health and the importance of seeking care.
As Chief Medical Officer of the UTHealth Houston Behavioral Sciences Campus and Associate Dean for Clinical Integration at UTHealth Houston School of Behavioral Health Sciences, Shahani highlights how stigma and silence continue to impact men’s well-being and why addressing mental health is essential to overall health.

Read more: https://rwww.utphysicians.com/mental-health-stigma-in-men/

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https://behavioralhealth.uth.edu/

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