App State Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program

02/04/2026

We’ll just leave this here for all of you looking out the window in the high country right now.

In the High Country of Western North Carolina, winter is more than just a season, it is an environment that shapes daily life. As I write this, I am looking

01/13/2026

Interested in becoming a clinical mental health counselor? Join us for the App State CMHC Virtual Open House!

📅 February 17 at 6:00 PM (virtual)

You’ll have the chance to:
• Learn about our Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program
• Meet Program Director Dr. Mark Schwarze
• Ask questions about admissions, coursework, and what it’s really like to be a student

🔗 Register to receive the link to join.
We hope to see you there!

Register here: https://grad.appstate.edu/register/?id=e9c5eb07-b0cf-40fd-8bb8-f678766c2a80

01/09/2026

Good information on the Counseling Compact!

01/07/2026

Dr. Schwarze’s January column. Whatever you want to do, or accomplish, do it! Time is wasting.

Last year, for my January article, and in the spirit of the new year, I wrote about goals and how to best achieve them. It gave solid, concrete, and evidenced-based

11/20/2025

FYI

Look at our website for a list of study resources to help counselors-in-training prepare for the National Counselor Examination and the National Clinical Mental Health Counseling Examination. https://nbcc.org/exams/examprep

Please note that we do not endorse or uphold any claims regarding these study materials.

11/07/2025

The Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at Appalachian State University is now accepting applications!

🗓 Application Deadline: December 1
📍 Prepare to make a difference in people’s lives through evidence-based, compassionate, and creative counseling practice.

Learn more and apply today: [www.cmhc.appstate.edu]

10/28/2025

CMHC students in Dr. Mark Schwarze's Intro to Clinical Mental Health Counseling class participated in a bilateral movement and drawing exercise facilitated by CMHC Program alum Sylvia Eleese Sequina-Hitchcock. Once completed, they processed the exercise and connected it to wellness and self-care.



Reich College of Education at Appalachian State University

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health Day! Observed every year on October 10, World Mental Health Day seeks to raise awareness of mental health issues and highlights efforts to support mental health. Acknowledging the state of one’s mental health issues is important, and so is being able to seek help when you’re struggling.

Today is World Mental Health Day! Observed every year on October 10, World Mental Health Day seeks to raise awareness of mental health issues and highlights efforts to support mental health. Acknowledging the state of one’s mental health issues is important, and so is being able to seek help when you’re struggling.

https://bit.ly/4h1FV8m

10/07/2025

COLUMN: Make no mistake, addiction is a neurological brain disorder. When the subject of addiction comes up, people often lean on familiar explanations. “They just need more willpower.” “Why can’t they stop making bad choices?”

Make no mistake, addiction is a neurological brain disorder. When the subject of addiction comes up, people often lean on familiar explanations. “They just need more willpower.” “Why can’t they

09/09/2025

Come learn more about the CMHC Program with program director Dr. Mark Schwarze.

Are you interested in a career in counseling? Register now for the info session on Aug. 28 and learn about our master's in clinical mental health counseling program - grad.appstate.edu/portal/rcoe.

Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies, Appalachian State University
App State Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program

09/09/2025

Recently, first and second year CMHC students spent some time at the First Friday event in Downtown Boone, NC. The art walk was a highlight and gave the students time to decompress from a busy start to the semester.




Reich College of Education at Appalachian State University

08/22/2025

Join us August 28th to learn more about the CMHC Program!

Are you interested in a career in counseling? Register now for the info session on Aug. 28 and learn about our master's in clinical mental health counseling program - grad.appstate.edu/portal/rcoe.

Cratis D. Williams School of Graduate Studies, Appalachian State University
App State Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program