BYU Department of Psychology

BYU Department of Psychology

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The Psychology Department is home to the largest undergrad major at Brigham Young University.

As the university’s first program to offer a Ph.D., the psychology program at BYU represents a history of academic excellence. With 33 full-time faculty, the research interests and opportunities available to students are diverse and numerous. The four main research areas are Applied Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Cognitive and Behavioral Neuroscience, each of

06/26/2026

“I have PTSD” is a common phrase, but what does it actually mean to experience this disorder? Ashley and Abbie, along with other PTSD survivors share how PTSD affects their lives.

06/24/2026

One-on-one with KATY✨ We loved getting to talk with her about all things psychology. Listen to learn more about her and her grad student experience!🧘‍♀️👩🏼‍🍳🥾💕⛰️

06/22/2026

Dr. Melissa Jones shares about her passion of helping individuals who struggle with mental illnesses. Dr. Jones is a psych professor in Clincial Psychology and has worked in the past at BYU’s counseling center (CAPS) in the Wilk. We’re so glad she’s here at BYU!

06/19/2026

Meet Sam, a psychology graduate student! Sam loves soccer and running, aspires to be a professor, and is a soon-to-be dad.

06/18/2026

Take a moment to hear from BYU students about the tender mercies they have seen in their lives! What’s a blessing you’ve seen recently?

06/16/2026

We asked BYU students where they go when they need to lock in, and their answers did not disappoint!

What’s your favorite study spot on campus?

06/15/2026

Introducing psych professor, Juan Valladares! He is a social psychologist here at BYU who studies race, culture, and stereotypes. He has a lab on campus and enjoys teaching the multicultural psychology class.

06/10/2026

Josh is a psychology PhD student here at BYU! He shares some good advice about finding direction and mentors in your psych journey.

06/08/2026

Rebekka Weidmann earned her bachelor, master, and doctorate degrees at the University of Basel in Switzerland. We’re so lucky to have her here among the psychology faculty!

06/05/2026

Magic moo juice all the way 😁

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1001 SWKT
Provo, UT
84602

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm