Improve Your Mental Well-Being

Case Management

Students may work with the CAPS clinical case manager to connect with a therapist off campus for ongoing counseling, navigating health insurance coverage and/or identifying sliding fee scale options based on the student’s specific clinical need. The case manager may facilitate scheduling between the student and an identified ongoing service provider as well as follow up with the student after the referral appointment to help with continuity of care.

Single Session Therapy

Students may schedule a single session appointment to address their mental health concerns. Single session appointments are solution-focused meetings in which the therapist and the client to work together to quickly identify core problems and find actionable ways to address them within the confines of one meeting. This format allows students to quickly receive assistance, support, and perspective from a mental health professional without having to commit to ongoing therapy.

Group Therapy

Group therapy allows you to explore feelings in a trusting, confidential, and supportive environment. You can try new behaviors, improve social skills, and receive feedback from peers. Groups are helpful if you feel isolated or are concerned about how you relate to others. As you hear others’ experiences and share your own, you find support and be able to support others as well.

Support Groups

Support groups are spaces for you to connect with others who are going through or have gone through similar experiences. Having a supportive environment with individuals who understand and validate your experiences can make a big difference in stressful times. Individuals often use support groups to discuss their challenges, seek support, learn about resources, and improve their ability to cope. You are welcome to drop-in and check the group out.

Individual Counseling & Psychotherapy

Counseling may help you with self-understanding and other relationship skills, such as effective communication, and appreciation for how personal actions impact both your life and others. Many students say discussing their concerns with an objective professional helps them resolve personal problems and develop strategies for better problem solving.

Outreach & Consultative Services

Outreach programs provide valuable information for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Frequently requested topics include stress management, depression, anxiety, eating issues, body image, and relationship issues.

Psychological & Psychoeducational Testing

This testing provides evaluation of academic and learning problems with a referral from the Disability Resource Center (DRC). It is a fee-based service. We provide a fee discount based on financial needs.

Logan, Eastern, and Statewide – To arrange an assessment, contact the DRC at 435-797-2444.

Self-Guided Resources

An important component to self-care is utilizing resources that can assist you in understanding yourself better and improving your quality of life. Many people find that self-help literature and web-based resources are highly informative and convenient to access. Common topics include anxiety, depression, stress and time management, addiction, and more.

Workshops

Workshops ranging from one to two hours are open to students, staff, and faculty who might be interested in learning more about various topics related to mental health. Each workshop is typically a single session. USU members can attend as many workshops as they desire. If you are interested in attending, view the semesters workshop schedule for access.

REACH Peer Sessions

REACH Peers are undergraduate students who are trained to help students to learn and practice mental health skills, either independently (for low-risk students) or in conjunction with counseling. Generally, peers meet with clients once per week for 30–50 minutes, teaching and practicing the skills with the client. These can include progressive muscle relaxation and other forms of stress management and mindfulness skills.

Psychiatry Services

Psychiatry services, medical treatment and prevention for mental and emotional health, are available to USU students at the Student Health and Wellness Center.

Mental Health Screening

This free online service is available to screen for the possible presence of depression, anxiety, eating disorders, and alcohol/substance misuse. Please note that it is a screener and not a diagnostic or treatment tool. It is not intended to be used as a substitute for a mental health professional. Students who wish to discuss their screening results with a professional may bring their screening scores to their CAPS appointment.