Psychology (Pleasantville)
Make a Positive Impact
The Psychology department on Pace University’s Westchester campus offers undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and combined degree programs, providing academic pathways for you to confidently join the next generation of psychology professionals. The department views psychology as a “hub science,” and as a result, you will be immersed in an interdisciplinary learning experience, while engaging in meaningful research and practicum opportunities, giving you the knowledge and skills to make a positive impact on others.
We're ranked #1 Best Applied Psychology Bachelor’s Degree in the Middle Atlantic Region and #1 Best Mental Health Counseling/Counselor Doctor’s Degree Colleges for Veterans (Source: College Factual).
Unique Opportunities
Ensuring Your Success
Our departmental faculty are laser-focused on your success, providing resources and advisement to ensure you are thriving academically and personally. You will also have opportunities to engage in student activities, including honors societies and research conferences.
In addition to the research opportunities provided within the curriculum, you’ll have opportunities to get involved Psychology Club and the psychology honors society, which provide resume-building professional experiences.
Programs
Undergraduate Programs
We offer four undergraduate degrees – psychology; applied psychology and human relations; biological psychology; and personality and social psychology. These options allow you to pursue your passion and specific areas of interest as you prepare for a career in a wide range of fields or continue to post-graduate study.
Graduate Program
Our 60-credit Master’s in Mental Health Counseling program is designed to prepare you for success as a licensed practitioner able to provide services at agencies, hospitals, and private practices.
Doctoral Program
The PhD in Mental Health Counseling builds on your skills, adding advanced clinical and supervisory skills that help you take your career to the next level, become a leader in the profession, and advocate for your clients and field.
Contact and Location
Paul Griffin, PhD
Chair, Psychology Department
Marks Hall Room 33
Phone: (914) 773-3647
Email: pgriffin@pace.edu
Courtney Gosnell, PhD
Assistant Chair, Psychology Department
Marks Hall Room 31A
Phone: (914) 773-3343
Email: cgosnell@pace.edu
Poonam Doshi, PhD, LMHC, LPC, NCC
PhD Program Director
Marks Hall Room 21A
Phone: (914) 773-3632
Email: pdoshi@pace.edu
Core Faculty
Michael Tursi, PhD
PhD Program Director
Marks Hall Room 24
Phone: (914) 773-3544
Email: mtursi@pace.edu
Sara Vasta, PhD, LMHC
Director, MS in Mental Health Counseling Program
Marks Hall Room 23
Phone: (914) 773-3011
Email: sjuncaj@pace.edu
Support Staff
Vanessa Ramkissoon. MS
Psychology and Mental Health Counseling PhD, Academic Program Manager
Marks Hall Room 22
Phone: (914) 773-3791
Email: vramkissoon@pace.edu
Meghan Seixas, MPA
Mental Health Counseling MS, Academic Program Manager
Pleasantville Campus, Remote
Phone: (914) 773-3627
Email: mseixas@pace.edu
Alondra Castro
Mental Health Counseling, Internship Coordinator
Marks Hall Room 25
Phone: (914) 773-3837
Email: acastro@pace.edu
Location
Marks Hall Room 22
861 Bedford Road
Pleasantville, NY 10570
Phone: (914) 773-3791