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Counseling & Psychological Services

WEBWe are committed to providing timely, culturally appropriate, and effective mental health services to all UCSC students, as well as consultation to faculty, staff and families. Please explore our website to learn about our different programs. C ontact Counseling and Psychological Services: 831-459-2628

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Crisis Assistance

WEBCrisis Services Canada: Call 1-833-456-4566 toll-free (In QC: 1-866-277-3553) Mental Health Mobile Crisis Telephone Line: Call 902-429-8167. Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention: Get links to local services and suicide hotlines.

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Managing Stress: Tips and Techniques

WEBTake good care of your body: Eat well, get enough sleep, and avoid alcohol and other drugs. Use relaxation techniques like deep breathing, muscle relaxation, and visualizing relaxing places (see below), or try activities like yoga or martial arts that involve focus and breathing. Find your own optimal stress-relievers.

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Therapy Assistance Online (TAO)

WEBYour mental health and well-being matters! The apps below to bring you mental health help whenever you need it, whether you're on-campus or learning remotely. Learn how to meditate and relax. Discover healthy ways to cope with stress. Find your inner resilence. These apps, are free, student-focused, and available 24/7. (Staff and faculty …

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Anxiety Disorders

WEBCall CAPS at (831) 459-2628, the Student Health Center at (831) 459-2500, or your off-campus therapist or medical clinician to make an appointment and/or get referrals for the treatment of anxiety disorders. See our Resources page for information, self-help tools, and links to other resources. Visit our Crisis page for crisis/emergency …

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Exercise for Mood, Anxiety, & Well-Being

WEBExercise can have helpful effects related to mood, anxiety, and overall physical fitness level, but it can also lead to problems for some individuals when performed in excess. Overexercise can lead to health, relational, or even financial problems. The concept of exercise abuse is discussed commonly in the fitness world and is often

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About the Department

WEBLocation. Our Central Office is located in the Cowell Student Health Center building in the East Wing on the second floor, above the pharmacy. CAPS counseling staff are situated in various locations on campus, including the colleges and Family Student Housing. View Counseling Services to set up an appointment.

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Bipolar Disorder

WEBBipolar disorder, formerly called manic depression, causes extreme mood swings that include emotional and energy-level highs (mania or hypomania) and lows (depression). Mood shifts may occur only a few times a year or as often as several times a week. Some people mostly get depressed, with only one or a couple manic episodes, …

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Yoga for Mood & Well-Being

WEBYoga is a holistic practice that emphasizes mind-body connectedness and involves postures, breathing, and meditation. Yoga is a 5000-year-old practice that began in India. Western science and health professionals recognize yoga as a powerful tool for promoting mental and physical well-being. Essentially, yoga is a preventative and cost

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Campus Mobile Crisis Team

WEBContact us: 831-502-9988. Hours of operation: Monday–Tuesday, 2:00 PM–12 midnight and Wednesday–Sunday, 12 noon–12 midnight. When we are not available, you will have the option to speak with Counseling and Psychological Services or the UCSC Dispatch. If you or someone you know is experiencing a life threatening …

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Hours and Contact Information

WEBCAPS is on McLaughlin Drive, across the street from Colleges 9 & John R. Lewis College. We are in the East Wing of the Cowell Student Health Center on the second floor above the Pharmacy. Contact. UCSC Counseling and Psychological Services 1156 High Street Santa Cruz, CA 95064. Phone: (831) 459-2628 Fax: (831) 459-5116. If you …

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Frequently Asked Questions

WEBThe UCSC Student Health Center does offer urgent medical care to students on a same-day basis, and you may walk in or call (831) 459-2500 for a same-day appointment. For after-hours medical emergencies, see the Student Health AFTER HOURS information for location and hours for urgent care and emergency department options off …

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Doctoral Internship in Health Service Psychology

WEBGoal 1: Developing a broad range of clinical skills necessary to practice psychology. Goal 2: Developing competence in a counseling center model of service delivery emphasizing outreach and consultation. Goal 3: Developing multicultural competence in psychological service delivery to a diverse university population.

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Mental Health Awareness Month

WEBStudent Health Outreach & Promotion (SHOP), and Counseling and Psychological Services (), will collaborate for Mental Health Awareness Month this May. The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) describes the awareness month as a “national movement, dedicated to eradicating stigma, extending support, fostering public …

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Off-Campus Referrals

WEBCAPS staff can provide you with a list of referrals for therapy or psychiatry services off campus and information about the process of connecting with these referrals. Call CAPS at (831) 459-2628 to schedule an initial appointment, during which we can assess your needs and discuss your options. If you already know you want to pursue off …

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