Clinical psychology doctorate receives initial accreditation from American Psychological Association
Liberty University’s Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology degree program recently received initial accreditation on contingency status from the Commission on Accreditation of the American Psychological Association, marking a major milestone in the progression of the program as it helps students advance…
Psychology graduate turns years once lost to addiction into purposeful career helping others
>>This month, Liberty University celebrates over 32,000 graduates who are ready to impact the world as Champions for Christ. Follow Liberty News for full Commencement coverage and more stories of trial and triumph from the Class of 2026. Eric…
Psychology students travel to Ireland to learn from groups advocating for victims of violence, human trafficking
Last month, 13 students from Liberty University’s Department of Psychology traveled to Ireland to partner with various institutions specializing in different areas of care, from human trafficking prevention to mental health support. The experience provided students the chance to apply…
Behavioral Sciences professor Dr. Timothy Barclay appointed to Virginia Board of Psychology
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin recently appointed Liberty University School of Behavioral Sciences professor Dr. Timothy Barclay to the Virginia Board of Psychology, a role through which he will be able to impact the field of psychology in the commonwealth through…
Psychology Professor Dr. Brianne Friberg wins CUSA’s 2025 Faculty Achievement Award
Liberty University Professor of Psychology Dr. Brianne Friberg has been honored with the Conference USA Faculty Achievement Award for outstanding teaching, research, service, and scholarly work. Friberg, a Lynchburg, Va., native, has taught at Liberty since 2010. Friberg was presented…
Psychology professor develops training on substance abuse, mental illness recovery for Virginia courts
Liberty University Professor of Psychology Dr. Brian Kelley is helping inform practices in Virginia’s judicial system for addressing substance use disorder and mental illness through new specialized training. The project, which has been underway for about six months, involves creating…
Liberty graduate completes bachelor’s degree at age 15
While many young people her age have just started researching colleges and planning campus visits, recent Liberty University graduate Abigail Lee has turned her tassel and is preparing for graduate school. Abigail, who turned 16 in April, completed her B.S….
Liberty professors honored by American Association of Christian Counselors
Drs. Elias Moitinho and Gary Sibcy, professors in the Liberty University School of Behavioral Sciences, have been recognized by the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC) for their decades of work in clinical and classroom settings in the mental health…
Group of Liberty students ties for first-place award at Virginia Association for Psychological Science conference
Five groups of undergraduate students from Liberty University’s Department of Psychology presented their work at the Virginia Association for Psychological Science (VAPS) annual conference, held April 13-15 last week in Alexandria, Va., with one team tying for first place for…
Five professors receive 2021-22 President’s Awards for Excellence in Teaching
Five Liberty University professors have received the university’s most prestigious annual academic award for faculty, the President’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. Many of the winners were formally recognized at degree presentation ceremonies during Commencement. The award recognizes teachers who have…