Psychological Services Center
Psychological services provides affordable and accessible services to the Mississippi community. We also engage in research that improves treatment across the nation, and provide in-depth training to our skilled staff of clinical graduate students.
Affordable and Accessible Psychological Services
The University of Mississippi's Department of Psychology and the Psychological Services Center are here for you! We offer a variety of services to help people in our community feel their best, both in their minds and spirits.
We know everyone is different, so we welcome people from all backgrounds, no matter their race, income, or family situation.
Here's what we do:
- Offer affordable help. We want to make sure everyone can get the help they need, so we offer low-cost services, even if you don't have insurance.
- Help people feel better. Our team of psychologists and trainees are experts at helping people overcome challenges and feel happier.
- Make things better for everyone. We also do research to find even better ways to help people in the future!
If you're ever feeling down or need someone to talk to, we're here to listen!
We're to help
Kristin Austin
- Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of the Psychologic Services Center
Todd Smitherman
- Professor of Psychology and Director of Clinical Training
John Young
- Professor of Psychology
Sarah Bilsky
- Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychology
Hannah Friedman
- Clinical Graduate Student
Services
It is our primary goal to provide comprehensive and quality services to our clients, regardless of ability to pay. Our dedicated staff is here to help members of the university, and community.- If you are in a position where you either do not have insurance, or want to remain confidential and not have to send personal information to your insurance company, the Psychological Services Center offers a very affordable sliding scale based on your income and life situation.
Faculty and clinicians are highly trained and focus on the latest scientifically supported approaches to treatment, and continually track progress and consult with experts on the most effective treatment for your situation.
Research
An important part of our mission is to conduct research that will aid our clinicians and other practitioners across the country in deepening our understanding and effectiveness. The research is conducted and supervised by the clinical psychology faculty.
- There are a range of topics and areas that the staff pursue, such as the treatment of headaches, anxiety, smoking cessation, cultural awareness, early childhood and school-based intervention.
- University of Mississippi faculty are internationally known for the quality of research conducted through the department, and are regularly published in journals, presented in conferences, and sought out by other practitioners and clinics to inform and improve their own services.
All research is done with the knowledge and consent of the people who participate. Privacy is always more important than research, and no observation or measurements are ever conducted without somone’s full knowledge and permission.