Mental Health Resources
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Counseling ServicesYou don’t have to be in crisis to reach out. Counseling is here to help you manage stress, anxiety or whatever’s on your mind.
University Counseling Services
University Counseling Services provides individual, group, grief and substance abuse counseling. UCS also offers a walk-in clinic and crisis counseling. An on-call counselor is available during regular business hours for crisis counseling. In addition to in-person sessions, students can also access virtual counseling through BetterHelp. First six sessions are free and $15 per additional session.
University Health Services
University Health Services (UHS) offers evaluation, treatment and management for common mental health concerns. Students can meet with a mental health consultant to determine the best care approach. Sessions are $15 and can be charged to your bursar.
Students may also meet with our nurse practitioner who specializes in psychiatry and sees patients virtually and in-person.
TimelyCare
OSU students have FREE, 24/7 access to virtual care services with TimelyCare — the virtual health and well-being platform designed for college students. Students do not need insurance to access TimelyCare services. As part of our partnership, students have access to services in TimelyCare including: TalkNow, scheduled counseling, health coaching, self-care content, basic needs support and a peer community forum.
BetterHelp
University Counseling Services has partnered with BetterHelp to offer virtual and/or message-based counseling services for OSU students. OSU students are eligible to receive six free sessions per fiscal year (July-June) with BetterHelp. After six sessions, students will receive a discounted rate on sessions moving forward (discount varies depending on location).
Alcohol & Substance Abuse Center
The goal of the Alcohol and Substance Abuse Center (ASAC) is to help students maximize their potential. ASAC supports the intellectual, personal and social growth of the individual. First six sessions are free, then it’s $15 per session.
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Become an AdvocateIf you are not personally struggling with your mental health, you can still help keep our Cowboy Family safe and healthy. Utilize our training and educational resources to learn more about helping those who struggle with mental health.
Suicide Prevention (QPR)
Question. Persuade. Refer.
- Just as students trained in CPR and the Heimlich Maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, students trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.
Mental Health First Aid
Identify, understand and respond.
- This training gives you the skills you need to reach out and provide initial help and support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem or experiencing a crisis.
- To arrange a course for your department or group, complete the form below.
OSU Mental Health Training Video
Do your part to promote mental health on campus.
- The objective of this training is to reiterate that Cowboys Care at OSU through educating students about available mental health support resources on campus and the importance of our collective role to support each other.
- Click the link below and login using your Okey. From the homepage, click "View Library" and then choose the "Policy" module. Once there, click on "Mental Health at OSU" to complete the training.
Mental Health Emergency
If you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis, use these resources to get help as soon as possible or call 911.