Student Health & Counseling Center

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Mental Health & Counseling

Any student of WOU, registered for at least 6 credit hours, or has paid the health fee is eligible to access the counseling center.

All services are confidential, and students who have paid the health fee have access to unlimited appointments.

Students in crisis will be seen immediately, and do not require an appointment. If you think you are (or a friend is) in crisis, please get to a safe place and call us: (503) 838-8396 or Campus Public Safety (503) 838-9000.

Frequently asked questions:

Click here for a list of our most frequently asked questions from students at WOU.

If you would like to make an appointment call 503-838-8396 or stop by the counseling center. Students in crisis are seen immediately.

Types of counseling services offered:

• Individual counseling
• Crisis counseling
• Consultation
• Lending library
• Group counseling
• Outreach programs
• Mental health prescriptions
• Couples counseling
• Limited testing
• Referral information
• Alcohol and drug counseling

To learn more about harassment counseling: physical, sexual & hate based- click here

Quick Facts:

• Counselors are state licensed professional counselors, counseling trainees and graduate-level counseling interns.
• For the 2012-2013 academic year, there are 8 members on our counseling staff.
• The most commonly diagnosed mental health illness in the USA is anxiety.
• Counseling in the community (outside of the SHCC) can run from $100-200 an hour. Because our appointments are free, college is a great, affordable time to try counseling!

If you would like to make an appointment, or for more information, call 503-838-8396 or stop by the counseling center. Students in crisis are seen immediately.

Support Groups & Workshops Provided by the Student Health & Counseling Center

Alive & Thriving Counseling Support Group

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Days: Tuesdays, 5-6:30pm

Location: TBA

Start: Winter Term

Cost: Free for students who have paid the health fee

About: This is an educational, confidential group that provides support for women who have experienced sexual or physical abuse. Facilitated by counseling professionals, this group includes use of expressive arts.

To register: Please call our center at (503) 838-8396 or email health@wou.edu.

Prior to participating in a group, an intake appointment must be completed with a counselor at the Student Health & Counseling Center. Groups available to WOU Students only.

Asperger's / High Functioning Autism Support Group

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Days: Thursdays, 5-6:30pm

Location: Werner University Center, Ochoco Room

Start: Winter Term

About: This is an educational, confidential group that focuses on providing peer support, relating to others, socializing and succeeding in the college environment.

To register: Please call our center at (503) 838-8396 or email health@wou.edu.

Prior to participating in a group, an intake appointment must be completed with a counselor at the Student Health & Counseling Center. Groups available to WOU Students only.

Grief and Loss Workshop Series

Days: Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 pm

Location: Student Health & Counseling Center

Start: Winter Term (CLOSED AFTER 3rd SESSION, 1/31/2013)

Cost: Free for students who have paid the health fee

About: This is an educational, confidential group that focuses on providing a time and space for students managing the loss of a loved one to gather additional coping strategies, share with others about their losses, and connect with those who have had similar experiences.

To register: Please call our center at (503) 838-8396 or email health@wou.edu.

Prior to participating in a group, an intake appointment must be completed with a counselor at the Student Health & Counseling Center. Groups available to WOU Students only.

Contact

Student Health & Counseling Center 503.838.8313 | or e-mail: health@wou.edu