Psychological Center at Murray State
Affordable Mental Health Services & Counseling in Murray, KY
The Murray State Psychological Center staff welcome you to our center with the hope that our services can be of help to you. The Center is staffed by graduate students in clinical psychology at Murray State. All therapists are closely supervised by licensed clinical psychologists in the Psychology Department here at Murray State University.
We offer an affordable, income-based sliding scale for community members. All of our counseling services are free for Murray State faculty, staff, and students and assessments are a $50 flat rate.
What can the Psychological Center help with?
We provide a variety of counseling services to Murray State students, faculty, and staff as well as community members from the surrounding area. Our services include:
- Individual therapy for children and adults
- Couples and family therapy
- Evaluations for learning disabilities and ADHD.
View the full list of services we offer
Please note: because the Center is a training facility, we do not accept any court-related referrals.
Confidentiality
Your discussions with your counselor, any paperwork you complete, and test results are treated confidentially by the Center. Your records are NOT part of your academic or administrative records.
Psychological Center staff adhere to the ethical principles and code of conduct for psychologists of the American Psychological Association, as well as the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) Privacy Rule, and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). No information will be transmitted to any other individual or agency without your express written permission, except as required by law.
Psychological Center Hours
The Psychological Center is closed during University breaks in the regular school year. Review semester calendars. Dates are subject to change.
Your first visit -- Please arrive at least two hours before closing for your first visit to complete initial paperwork. Paperwork must be completed in our office. A clinician will be available to answer your questions about the services and the forms you are asked to complete.
For information, call 270.809.2504.
Fall Hours
Effective August 18 - December 4, 2026
| Day | Operating Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Saturday & Sunday | Closed |
Spring Hours
Effective January 12 - April 30, 2027
| Day | Operating Hours |
|---|---|
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. |
| Saturday & Sunday | Closed |
INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY
The Psychological Center is closed for both in-person and telehealth appointments when Murray State University is closed or operating remotely due to inclement weather.
Psychological Center Location
Wells Hall
The Psychological Center is located in Room 401 in Wells Hall on the Murray State University campus. Wells Hall faces North 16th Street and is located between Chestnut and Main Streets.
Getting to the office
Take the elevator to the 4th floor and turn left as you come off the elevator. Enter the door marked Psychological Center and come all the way down the corridor to the Reception Desk.
Parking on campus
Visitors to campus must register for parking. Visitor permits are free. Contact Murray State Parking Services at 270.809.4812 or by email at msu.parkingoffice@murraystate.edu for assistance in registering your vehicle.
Contact Us
Psychological Center
Murray State University
270.809.2992
401 Wells Hall, Murray, KY 42071
Supervisor: Laura Liljequist, Ph.D. (lliljequist@murraystate.edu)
Administrative Assistant: Zachary McNerthney (zmcnerthney@murraystate.edu )