TC Clinical Psychology Program

On the third floor of Horace Mann Hall, the TC Clinical Psychology Program at Teachers College offers an academic department that trains students in direct-service specialties. The program focuses on evidence-based assessment and intervention while developing culturally sensitive practitioners ready for clinical work. Among the core areas are child and adolescent therapy, behavioral medicine, and neuropsychological evaluation, all taught by faculty active in research and practice. Students also study group dynamics and couples counseling as part of the two-year sequence that balances coursework with supervised practicum experiences.

The campus sits along the western edge of Morningside Heights, between West 119th and West 121st Streets on 525 West 120th Street. Built into a late-19th-century quadrangle, Horace Mann Hall houses classrooms and offices where clinical seminars meet on weekday afternoons. A quiet section of the neighborhood, the block sees steady foot traffic from students heading toward Butler Library or the 1 train a few minutes west. The address itself anchors the department’s identity within the broader Teachers College community, linking training to the urban environment just beyond the brownstone gates.

Prospective students can call (212) 678-3267 to ask about admission timelines or prerequisites for the next cohort. The clinical sequence requires prior coursework in statistics and abnormal psychology, and applicants submit a personal statement detailing their readiness for intensive training. Information sessions occur twice a year, typically in October and February, giving candidates a chance to meet faculty and current students. Financial aid packages are coordinated through the college’s office, separate from departmental decisions.

To find Horace Mann Hall 328, follow the directions on the Teachers College maps page: the department’s map marks the entrance on the south side of 120th Street.