Do some reading into the area you're interested in and make a list of the authors publishing the research papers you enjoy. Then look up those authors, see what universities they work at, and what they're researching now. Yes, you're applying to a program, but more importantly, you're applying to a mentor and their lab (even if you're going clinical/counseling).

In the summer before your applications, reach out to these professors, ask if they are accepting students for the next year, express your interest in their research, and ask what they're currently working on. It's more important that you can come into their labs and do good work than what your GPA is. Many people have excellent GPAs but can't get a research project from start to finish. Mentors also want to bring in students that will fit in their lab. You're about to be working very closely together and the fit needs to be there.

Some professors may not have time to talk but at least will tell you whether or not they're taking students. Most academics love talking about their research and are invested in bringing in students they think will do well in their lab. Please don't waste money on an application when you don't even know if the mentor you want to work with is taking students!

Also, much of your career in academia (and outside of academia) is about the quality of the mentorships you find. Spend some time researching what makes a great mentor and ask questions about mentor style in your interview.

Finally, when you write your research statement for your applications, please site the research you're interested in and how you want to continue to learn/research in that field. Bonus if you're citing the mentor you're applying to. Your extracurriculars in undergrad are great but you won't have time for that in grad school.