16 Best Psychology Grad Programs In El Paso, TX (2022 Updated)

This appointment was in the process since almost 6 months ago. There was no openings which was understandable from Covid. However when I arrived I was under the impression Dr Sing would be my doctor. I was told how sweet he is and reassured he's all in all a swell guy. In comes in Dr Wongmek who was the complete opposite from the beginning. She entered rushed and upset with the computers in the facility. She starts to rush my appointment and was condescending until I expressed I was becoming upset. She apologized for "how I was feeling" she soon changed her tone. I thought we were on to something when she asked me about my diagnosis. Unfortunately I was left in the room over another hour (almost 3 hrs total) nobody was in the hall to ask any questions. I had enough by then and walked out. I was gone almost 22 mins before they realized I had already left the premises. Mrs Rocio who was the sweetest ever, took it upon herself to call me. She wanted to reschedule me and I chose not to. Honestly for what… another 6 months. And to be passed off to another unhappy provider. Thank you but no thank you. I've been a Medical Assistant for over 13 years and never felt like such an inconvenience.Vanessa C

I went into a specific location and all I had done was a check-up basically, if you can really call it that. People say insurance is expensive, try not having it. All they did was check my weight, blood pressure, looked in my ear, looked down my throat and looked at my eyes. If I remember correctly. The whole process took about 15 minutes and I paid $100 the day of. I later received a bill with a balance of $300 roughly. It cost me almost $500 for a 15 minute check-up, that did absolutely nothing. I was given orders for blood-work and requested a colonoscopy, which I found out costs $2-3 thousand dollars, approximately. Not sure how much blood-work will cost, scared to ask. The doctor was good initially, seemed to truly care. The session was ended horribly, left feeling like, is the doctor coming back, feels like something was missing, felt incomplete. Capitalism is great and I understand it, but this country is ran by the dollar for the dollar. NOTHING IS DONE IN THIS COUNTRY FOR THE GOOD OF THE PEOPLE. Take covid-19 for example and all costs they were/are trying to pass on to the people. It's all about investors and how can they make as much money as possible.KayBecs

We are new in town Medicare with supplement and the closest clinic told us to come here maybe cecause they didn't like Medicare. A retired Physician Assistant I took 2 hours of reading with me but only waited 30 minutes. 5 stars for getting me in as a first time patient for a pre operative physical they had an appointment in two days instead of two weeks. Staff was courteous. Not sure if my MD was a resident but he was thorough and attentive. I found residents more engaged and interested than us old guys just trying to pay our mortgages. Better trained as well. Thanks. I have not had covid yet so glad to see spacious waiting room with few people in it.ken jenks

UTEP as university does not rank at all in either the QS, Times Higher Education or AWRU World University Rankings. Hence you do not go to this university to be competitive within academia nor expect career compensation on a commensurate monetary level as a Top Tier or even 100 ranked university. For those interested in careers in National Security or Intelligence, UTEP is one of the IC ACE (IC Centers for Academic Excellence) under the DIA. If you examine the current list of schools who classify, all with the exception of Penn State are sub-par in terms of academic ranking, reputation and overall competitiveness. As such, you should NOT expect to be recruited by premier alphabet federal agencies such as the CIA, ODI, FBI or DIA. The so-called meet and greet sessions with organizations such as the CIA are just for PR. Read A Curriculum of Fear by Nicole Nguyen. The IC ACE program is just an extension of the Milton High School program at a secondary level and subsequently proof of further militarization of academia. See Prof. David N. Gibbs research. UTEP NSSI program will not prepare you adequately for a position at an alphabet agency. I have direct experience in terms of the interview process and this includes two Five Eyes countries intelligence services. I would strongly advise having an established military background with an appropriate MOS, preferably working INT with high level clearance and exposure to analysis. Foreign language acquisition is mandatory. Being or becoming a polyglot is an enormous plus. Military is valuable for the vetting process and indoctrination. Finally I would also suggest majoring in fields of specialty as opposed to a generic umbrella like liberal arts program such as Intelligence studies. I would also suggest overseas exposure. Long term. Think Exchange student for extended periods. Total immersion including culturally and linguistically. Travel, gain first hand experience and real world knowledge. My final critique with UTEP is the faculty. None have applicable real world intelligence experience. Some have military background which is not the same as in the civilian world working for an agency. I can get more real world knowledge reading the articles written by ex-CIA McGovern or Philip Giraldi at Consortium News or watching Richard Steele on YouTube droning on about the need for total all source open intelligence as a reform for the CIA. This is a problem at UTEP and probably the entire IC ACE program. In fact, this was addressed in the Washington Post article, "Colleges Must Be Intelligent About Intelligence Studies" written by ex-CIA, professor of History, Nicholas Dujmovic. This was followed by a limited response from two UTEP professors entitled, "Can colleges teach intelligence? Three security studies professors argue they can, and should" I seriously suggest you READ BOTH. Pay special attention to the second follow up response comments. There are 14 comments including Dr. Dujmovic's timely response which adequately confirms my own beliefs and experience. as he correctly states, "professional academics, with little to no actual intelligence experience, who have an interest in perpetuating the degree programs they run." The additional comments are of equal merit as they brutally confront the apparent hypocrisy of the such academic programs from what genuinely appears to be INT insiders with both military and civilian intelligence experience. On a final personal note, I would like to express my disdain for the program's coordinator, Carmen B. Medellin whose has shown to be completely inconsiderate and rude to student needs and inquiries.Merauder

The school is good overall. They have enough classes so that people are not desperately trying to get registered for their class like they do in California. They have a wide range of degree programs you can choose. It is a commuter school, but still there is a lot of student life, activities and pride. University is what you make of it. You can go and leave each day without talking to anyone, or you can go and make lots of friends and join clubs making this the best years of your life. I read some of the comments that say that the professors don't answer questions and that they act like celebrities. I say talk to the dean, you are paying for your education they need to answer your questions. Of course don't be that person that tries to take over the class trying to feel smart asking question after question. Also there is a degree of learning that comes from in class teaching, but students also have to study on their own based on the guidance they get in class. How many hours do people really study? In regards to getting a degree, please don't get thousands of dollars into debt for a liberal arts degree unless you have some plan that will allow you to pay back your loans. It is no one but the students fault if they choose a useless degree. You guys should know what degrees will allow you to get a job after graduations and which ones are just going to look nice on your wall. At the end of the day, there are many Universities around the country, if you don't like it, go to another one or don't complain that you didn't get accepted anywhere else and you are stuck.Carlos Contreras

This University offers a beautiful campus. I enjoyed the scenery. On the other hand the University is awful. The structure and system of the University is poor. The staff within most departments lack knowledge. You are constantly being directed to different locations in order to resolve an issue. I wanted to change my major midway through the semester and I seriously had the worse time changing it. Let's just say, it is still the same major. I am unhappy at this University, the professors although some good, seem as if they just show in order to receive their check. My first two years, 70% of my professors were extremely anal and dealt with giving outrageous curves because the whole class was failing. The reason why everyone was failing was mostly because of the lack of teaching. Yes, it isn't always the professors but the students as well, I know, but when 95% of the class is below a 70, we have a problem. At this point I'd rather invest my money into a community college to rap up my basics. Give UTEP a try, but I am almost positive you won't be too happy.Austin Carson

This organization El Paso Center for Children doesn't only work with teenagers where they they work with a lot of types of groups of people as well you know from teenagers two little kids to newborns to foster care as well there's a great program and there are great people that are making a difference in a lot of people's lives I give them prompts on auto program that they've been able to have and build up because they really help people that are having strugglesCorina Black

This place is truly a gift to the families of El Paso. The counselors and staff are all very caring and friendly. They are genuinely concerned for your child's well being. Families need to know there is help for their children and this service is the best as far as I am concerned.Eric DuMond

Best counseling experience for our children. Rosie A. helped our kiddos and our family get through a rocky time. So very grateful for Rosie A. and The El Paso Center for Children. Thank you for your professionalism and compassion to help others.Mrs. A.

Sifu/Master Matt, his black belt instructors, and students are among the best I've had the pleasure and honor to train with. Sifu Matt fuses the practicality of this ancient art with modern day applications including bladed weapons and grappling such as Kali and BJJ. As a former practitioner of TKD, JKD and Aikido and current BJJ practitioner, this class absolutely has practical applicability to modern defense and is highly complementary to any defensive repertoire. Sifu Matt and his instructors are great with the kids and break down every complex lesson into its most basic parts so new students can find immediate success, even after their first class.Jonathan Cecilio

We followed Sensei Matthew Cuellar from the previous location, and he is one in a million! His patience and kindness radiates through every lesson he teaches. You can see it in every interaction he has with every kid (and adult).Alison Westermann

Absolutely amazing instructor’s, great atmosphere super welcoming would absolutely recommend to anyone looking to get into martial arts.Rjejdjjrj Hehdjfjf

Great place great service friendly staff! Anyone needing assistance with Small Business there is now a Small Business Development Advisor on site.David Avalos

I mean it's Texas Tech. It feels brand new because it is. It feels like it shouldn't be in El Paso, its so nice, and I don't mean to be mean. Very technologically forward, very awesome facilities. Befitting of medical students paying out their noses for an education.Kelly Ahrendes

Great medical school! The faculty and staff are fantastic. They put in the extra effort with every student to make sure you succeed. I am proud to say I went here for Medical School.Caleb Janosz

As a student I have always found a safe haven in the library. Ever since this happened the limitations in the library have made a great impact to me and other students as well. But going there for the first time in months because of a time-sensitive emergency, the essential staff was very kind to me and did their best to help me in a very tight spot. All the people that are working there, their effort and positivity has been a light of hope in the darkness of uncertainty that has come, and I'm really grateful for their service and hope that they, at the end of the day, will be safeLulú Jiménez

Library is big & has huge collection of books. You can get any kind of books here. There is a silent zone (5th floor) where you will have the best environment for self study & have places for group study too. Borrowing books is also easy. However, sometimes it becomes difficult to find desired books as there is no librarian.Shahjahan Mahmud

Great place to study. Access to anything you need to get the job dine. Friendly staff. The only drawback is that no one wears a mask. UTEP does not require face masks at all. According to the administration it's becauae UTEP has not had a covid case. Sounds very strange but I don't know where the statistics are comming from.SuperMisterkay

The office is immaculate and beautiful inside and the staff is so well-trained, and this is just the beginning. Dr. Ancona is truly the most caring, thorough and informed individual I have ever met. It is very obvious that he really prides himself in doing a great job and knowing the research. Not only that, he always tells me that I am on the expert on myself and if I feel he isn't helping me to let me know….what a great attitude. He explains all the treatment options clearly and also explains the pros and cons of each choice….and then we work together to pick the route we will go. I have struggled for year with my mood and Dr. Ancona is the first provider to really help me. If you want a quality experience, come see himMark Landeros

I fly in from Denver, Colorado to see Dr. Ancona. I have several friends in the Colorado area who do the same. Why? Dr. Ancona is the best psychiatrists I have ever been to, and I have been to a ton. The reason why is he really, really tries. It isn't uncommon for Dr. Ancona to look things up in texts if he isn't sure about something — very different from others who just say whatever. Not only this, he actually tries to get to the core of the issue by spending a long time with his patients and, not only asking questions, but remembering the answers. His office is the nicest I have seen. It looks like a spacious home and Dr. Ancona sits across from you, not behind a desk, but on a sofa He really is terrificannete jenkins

Erica is one of the meanest individuals I’ve ever had the displeasure of coming into contact with, I don’t even think she works with dr. Ancona but she has a horrible attitude. Dealing w mental patients is hard, but if you’re not willing to keep your temper to your self around individuals that are obviously scared and asking for help, then? She’s purposely petty. giving this place five stars cause overall dr. Ancona has helped me soo much. I have a great sense of the world and I’ve identified what makes me have issues, it’s been quite a journey but I’m extremely happy with dr. Ancona and his patience and willingness to help his patients and at many times saving my own life.Juniper Case

(Translated by Google) Laboratories very well equipped, everything clean and well cared for. The spacious and comfortable classrooms, wifi everywhere. (Original) Laboratorios muy bien equipados, todo limpio y bien cuidado. Las aulas amplias y cómodas, wifi en todos lados.Daniela Muñiz

The interior of the building is nicely done. Lots of space to study or work. It has a starbucks inside, but there's vending machines on the other floors.Six

I had decided to schedule an appointment with 2030 Life Skills for my son. Everything sounded good when scheduling the first appointment. Due to the virus, we had to do an online session with Esther Monty. During the fist appointment, she spoke with me and my son and asked us general questions about my pregnancy with him and problems we'd been having. At the end of the appointment she diagnosed him with ADHD, mild depression, and another problem I cannot recall. He wasn't given any testing and the questions were very general, does he like school, reading, etc. She recommended a psychologist and medication. During the session, she also kept calling him Cesar, but that isn't his name. We set up a plan and I refused medication. For our second visit, I could not login to the appointment because it wasn't available. I called and Sarah said she'd call back. Instead, some lady called saying she was the assistant. I could barely understand her broken English. Turns out they had never sent me the right link. Apparently 2030 and Esther Monty have their own login requirements. No one informed me of this. I had to register all over again and fill out forms. Then Ms. Monty told me I'd need to be present for the appointment even though she asked to speak to my son alone. She told me to call her back and she would answer, but she called private. I called 2030 six or seven times with no answer. Sarah didn't answer any of my calls and never returned the call she said she'd return. I've decided to cancel the appointment and go elsewhere for my son's counseling due to lack the of communication I experienced. Take care of your children and don't always go for the drugs they are so quick to recommend. Good luck to anyone looking for help!Ruby M

I first saw Ms. Monty 10 years ago when I was 21 and going through some tough times with my mom. Of course when you're 21 and being told to go to therapy you don't want to go. Fast forward to pre covid, I found myself in a place that I knew I need help getting through, and I remembered Ms. Monty, so I made an appointment with her rather than try and find a new therapist. She has always been very supportive and understanding of everything I've been going through. She makes sure to keep up to date with any new medications or treatments my PCP prescribes. I truly appreciate all the help she's given me these last 2 years, I find myself having more good days than bad, and if I ever need a quick appointment the office staff and Ms. Monty do their best to fit me in.Loreal Wood

(Translated by Google) Highly recommended, the only thing is that I live in the west of El Paso and I have little retirement, but still worth attending with them, they are very professional 😁 (Original) Muy recomendable, lo único esque yo vivo en el west de El Paso y me queda poco retirado, pero aún así vale la pena asistir con ellos, son muy profesionales 😁Lucy Rdgz

Honestly I have dealt with so many rude people from here and when the pandemic barely began they had told us not to renew even recieved notice not to renew and then was told I didnt renew on time and when I did renew because they refused to let me do a new application waited almost 2 months for a response this time when they sent me the renewal I did it the day I got it i hadn't started working yet but put my employment info and the date when i started sent it in and was like since there is no info to submit at this time I'll submit it after my second check so i can send both check stubs together the message me 6 days after the end my renewal to tell me that I needed to turn in the checkstubs and my husbands last check I sent all 3 in I woke this morning to a note saying if I didnt turn in my forms by the 15th that I would be denied I give up I have always give all the information they ask sometimes even more and they have made it impossible to get this done in a timely fashion I know they are busy and in a pandemic but how are we supposed to survive. Honestly I have never had negative things to say about this program but in the mixed of a pandemic. I can not wait till I graduate from school so I no longer NEED this assistance. They aren't interested in helping people.Lizzett Manzanares

Once I was able to be seen, the community outreach coordinator was very helpful and very friendly.( We had been receiving help in the past.) Unfortunately, the funding for most of the assistance programs are pending approval from the Texas Legislature (and possibly the U.S. Legislature). They also recommended following up with another program ( for which we were on the waiting list previously ). The department is very useful, both for those who need their assistance and for the health community in general. Be prepared to wait and to fill out forms, but they may be able to provide emergency help in certain situations.Eugene Garelick

Somebody used my adress to get goverment help from your office. El paso director I do not know which. Also I dont know how no verification was asked to be able to get the assistance. I guess 2 forms of id with the current adress or electricy or water bills is the least that could have been asked to prove the person in fact lives in my house 😡. Adress fraud is also a thing which people constantly use to get assistance or enroll kids in other schools districts. Let these helps be for the people who in fact need them.Lemuel Torrescrispin

I highly HIGHLY recommend Dr Richeson to anyone that needs counseling. I saw her over 15 years ago for grief issues and found her easy to talk to, empathetic, intelligent, thoughtful, I cannot recommend her highly enough. She is one of the few therapists in town to deal with eating disorders. I have suggested to her to multiple friends who have later benefitted from her counsel.Rachel Murphree

Excellent counseling experience for my son and me. Dr. Richeson is very directive in helping us to deal with our own behaviors. We came out of the session with a game plan moving forward.Rog North

Before moving to El Paso, I researched different counseling centers to do my internship. When I came across Counseling of El Paso, I instantly wanted to join their team. Unfortunately, they were not accepting interns at the time, which I was sad about. Still, by the grace of God, a month later, they reached out to my school, informing me they were willing to meet with me. I was pretty excited because all the other counseling centers lacked communication. Fast forward, I was able to do my internship with them, and it was probably one of the best things that ever happened to me. Guillermo Casteneda was my supervisor, and he provided me with many opportunities to advance my career, such as training, supervision, and an enormous amount of support. He genuinely took his time to help me increase my counseling skills, build my confidence, etc. He never discouraged or limited what I could achieve; he challenged me in ways to help me shape my counseling identity. When I had group supervision with classmates, I would hear how they felt unsupported, weren't given chances to grow, etc. I knew I was lucky to have such a fantastic supervisor. Overall, Counseling of El Paso has some of the BEST counselors I had the privilege to work with. Each of them, including my site supervisor, truly cares for their clients. Their intentions are pure. I have always wanted to be surrounded by individuals who seek the best for clients and are genuinely wonderful people. My overall experience working with Counseling of El Paso was truly a blessing. I was very saddened when my internship ended but even after my internship ended, they ALL still support me, which is very rare. If you guys ever want to complete your internship or even seek services here. You will not be disappointed with the staff, let alone the environment of this palce.Jasmine Filidor

There are some competent counselors there, but they never have availability’s, schedule you very far out and are not willing to work with your schedule. Also, there canceling policy is contradicting becausey they don’t follow their own rules. I got called from them several times to reschedule with them which is considered a cancel but when we do it we are limited. Especially driving from lee Trevino to the westside.Jack Junior