Dr. Timothy Lawrence

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Timothy Lawrence is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Educational Psychology at Texas A&M University, specializing in Counseling Psychology. With a focus on at-risk youth and their families, his research encompasses various risk factors associated with negative adolescent outcomes, including aggression, antisocial behavior, and developmental psychopathology. His work investigates dysfunctional family patterns such as exposure to family violence and child abuse. Additionally, he explores the impact of emotions, substance use, and offender rehabilitation, along with psych-law decision-making. He holds a Ph.D. in Clinical Adolescent Psychology and a B.S. in Psychology, both from Prairie View A&M University. Through his research, he aims to contribute significant insights into the complexities of adolescent behavior and the psychological factors that influence their development.

Research Interests

Courses

CPSY-685. Directed Studies CPSY-690. Theory Counseling Psychology

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.