Be a part of our future. Be one of the 75!

Mental health is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, with growing demand across schools, hospitals, clinics, and crisis centers.

For 75 years, the University of Oregon’s Counseling Psychology (CPSY) program has prepared clinicians, researchers, educators, and advocates to meet that need and transform lives.  

As we celebrate this milestone, we invite 75 donors to support CPSY students with funding for professional development to strengthen their training and expand their impact. 

Why Professional Development Matters 

Human connection is at the heart of counseling psychology, and professional development equips students to serve with skill and confidence. Your gift helps students: 

• Present original research at national conferences like the American Psychological Association and the Society for Research on Adolescence 
• Gain specialized training on trauma-informed care, Spanish language immersion, school-based prevention, digital health, and health disparities 
• Build networks that launch careers and deepen community impact

By removing financial barriers, you’re investing in the next generation of mental health professionals. 

“Having funds to support professional development is the number one way our students can be exposed to new opportunities. With funding, they can network, grow, and contribute meaningfully to the field. It’s not just about presenting your work, it’s also learning from others, meeting future collaborators, and seeing your field come alive. That can completely change your trajectory as a student and as a psychologist." 

—Cindy Huang, PhD ’12, associate professor of counseling psychology

Beth Stormshak, PhD Faculty Challenge

Beth Stormshak, PhD, Phillip H. Knight Chair and professor in the Counseling Psychology program, is personally contributing $2,000 as a challenge gift. To honor her commitment, all gifts of $500 or more will be matched, up to a total of $2,000, doubling the impact of your investment in Counseling Psychology students. 

Beth sees firsthand the dedication of our students and the importance of professional development experiences such as conferences, advanced training, and community-engaged learning. Her gift reflects a deep belief in preparing the next generation of counseling psychologists to meet the evolving mental health needs of our communities.  

Join Beth today and your gift goes twice as far in shaping compassionate, evidence-based practitioners. 

About the CPSY Program

CPSY is one of the nation’s longest continually accredited doctoral programs, recognized by the American Psychological Association since 1955. Housed in the College of Education, CPSY emphasizes prevention and intervention with children, families, adults, and communities, especially diverse and underserved populations.

Students gain hands-on experience through clinical practice in the HEDCO Clinic, interdisciplinary collaborations, and research partnerships with the Ballmer Institute for Children’s Behavioral Health. Graduates become professors, researchers, and licensed psychologists serving in universities, medical schools, health systems, and community organizations nationwide. 

Join Us

Your gift today helps CPSY students access the opportunities that shape their careers—and the future of mental health care.

Whether you’re an alum, an advocate, or simply someone who believes in the power of education, you can be one of 75 donors ensuring tomorrow’s counselors are ready to serve with compassion and expertise.