UTK Department of Counseling, Human Development, and Family Science

Welcome to the Department of Counseling, Human Development, and Family Science (CHDFS) at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Our department promotes optimal development and holistic well-being across the lifespan through research and practice that honor the complexities of individuals, families, and communities. We pursue interdisciplinary rigor and excellence as we center relationships, integrity, humility, and co-creation in pursuit of our mission. With guidance and support from our dedicated faculty and staff, our graduates pursue careers in family and human services, education, professional counseling, and counselor education. We value systemic and equity-oriented approaches that embrace the richness of human experiences.