Counseling Services

Your Well-Being: Mental Health Support at WSU Vancouver

WSU Vancouver is committed to supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of every student. Counseling Services at the Student Wellness Center offers confidential, short-term mental health support at no additional cost, as these resources are already covered by your tuition and fees. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, academic stress, or relationship conflicts, our professional counselors provide a safe space to identify concerns, develop coping strategies, and connect with vital campus resources.

Our comprehensive approach ensures that help is always within reach. From individual therapy and medication management to workshops designed to build resilience, we empower students to prioritize their mental health. By fostering an environment of care and early intervention, WSU Vancouver helps students overcome personal hurdles and thrive both in and out of the classroom.

Support options include:

  • Individual Counseling: 50-minute sessions focused on your personal goals.
  • Medication Management: Evaluation and support for mental health prescriptions.
  • Workshops and Training: Interactive sessions on stress management and coping skills.
  • Referrals: Connections to community providers for specialized or long-term psychiatric care.
Make an appointment

Counseling Services

Student Wellness Center
Email Address van.counseling@wsu.edu
Phone (360) 546-9238
Location Netzhammer Hall, Room 160

Limited same-day appointments may be available for students experiencing a crisis. Ongoing counseling is scheduled separately. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please contact Counseling Services as soon as possible.

Counseling Services Schedule

  • Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 4:00pm

Crisis Intervention and 24-Hour Support

If you or someone you know is experiencing a psychological emergency—including thoughts of harming yourself or others or a situational crisis, immediate help is available. We offer same-day urgent counseling appointments (30 minutes) for students in crisis; please call or stop by the center during business hours to request one. During these appointments, a counselor will assess your immediate needs and help create a plan for next steps.

Emergency Resources

The following resources are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays.

ResourceContact Information
WellTrack HelpNow (WSU Vancouver)360-546-9046
Southwest Washington Crisis Line800-626-8137
National Suicide Prevention Hotline988
Emergency ServicesCall 911 or visit the nearest ER
If you need help outside of Counseling Services’ regular hours, these 24/7 resources are available

How to Help a Student in Distress

Early intervention is key to student success. You do not need to have all the answers to make a difference; your role is to notice, listen, and guide. Signs of distress may include a sudden decline in academic performance, withdrawal from social activities, or expressions of hopelessness.

When approaching a student, speak honestly and privately. Encourage them to utilize Counseling Services or the Student Care Network, which provides non-clinical case management and connects students with various campus resources. Faculty and staff may also request classroom workshops to integrate mental health wellness into the academic environment.

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What to Expect at Your First Appointment

Your first session is a 45-minute consultation to discuss your history, goals, and needs. This initial meeting helps your counselor determine the best path forward, which often includes a short-term, goal-focused model of one to six sessions.

Preparation Checklist:

  • Arrive 10 minutes early to the Student Wellness Center to complete check-in.
  • Bring your CougarCard.
  • Complete any required digital paperwork sent to your email.
  • Think about specific concerns or questions you want to address.

All services are strictly confidential. Your information is not shared without written permission, except in rare legal situations involving immediate safety risks.