Student Counseling Services - Virtual Waiting Room

Student Counseling Services is offering students the option of seeing a clinician in-person or virtual through the Doxy.me video meeting platform, Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm. To make an initial appointment for services, please click link on the right for the virtual waiting room. A clinician will assess and discuss your needs to determine the appropriate service for you. Should you be unable to utilize this platform or have additional questions about our services, please call our office at (662) 325-2091 during normal business hours.

Virtual Waiting Room

Helpful Resources

Helpful Resources

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Telus Health is a free 24/7 resource available for all enrolled MSU students.  By accessing the app, MSU students have access to mental health providers via chat, video, or phone. Other resources include articles and videos.  Scan the QR code or click on the link to download the app: https://qrco.de/telusmsstate 

Nutrition Support Team 

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Behavioral Health Navigators 

Behavioral Health Navigators are staff who are housed in various colleges, the Division of Access, Opportunity, and Support, and the Center for American Veterans to help students get connected to mental health and other resources on and off campus. The Behavioral Health Navigators will also provide outreach and training within the colleges, Division of Access, Opportunity, and Support, and the Center for American Veterans.

General Wellness

Adjusting to College Life

Sleep Health 

Anger Management 

Mindfulness and Meditation 

Healthy Relationships 

Tips for Setting Boundaries

 Suicidal Ideation 

General Mental Health Resources 

Eating Disorders 

  •           1-800-931-2237 

Sexual Assault and Childhood Sexual Abuse 

 LGBTQ+  

CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Office of Survivor Support

The Office of Survivor Support at MSU offers confidential, comprehensive support and advocacy services for students who have experienced sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, stalking, dating/domestic violence, and other crimes. To obtain confidential resources for sexual assault or harassment, call the MSU Safe Line at (662) 325-3333. More information can be found on the website.

https://www.survivorsupport.msstate.edu/

MSU Psychology Clinic  

The MSU Psychology Clinic is a training clinic operated by the Department of Psychology. The clinic provides high quality, affordable psychological services to the Golden Triangle and surrounding communities. Call (662) 325-0270 for a free screening. More information can be found on the website

https://www.psychology.msstate.edu/psychology-clinic/contact-clinic

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides confidential assistance to MSU employees and their household members covering a wide range of family, marital, work-life challenges, and mental health issues. There is no cost to employees or household members. Three face-to-face counseling sessions are provided per year. For referral information, contact Humana at 1-866-219-1232. Additional information can be found on the HRM website

https://www.hrm.msstate.edu/benefits/eap

Telehealth Services for MSU Employees 

UMMC is now the preferred telehealth provider for MSU employees enrolled in the State and School Employees’ Health Insurance Plan. Through UMMC, the Plan will continue to cover 24/7 minor medical care, medical nutrition therapy, and mental health care telehealth services, with no changes to the cost structure for Plan participants. Visit www.ummc2you.com to learn about costs and how to get started.

MSU Behavioral Health 

MSU Behavioral Health is located within the Department of Psychology at MSU. Contact 662-325-0621 or visit https://www.psychology.msstate.edu/behavioral-health-clinic for more information

NATIONAL RESOURCES

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

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The United States recently launched a new three-digit phone number—988—an easy-to-remember way for people to connect with help and support during a mental health, substance use, or suicide crisis. When individuals call, text, or chat 988, they will be connected to trained counselors. These trained counselors will listen, understand how their problems are affecting them, provide support, and connect them to resources if necessary.

Crisis Text Line

Crisis Text Line provides free, 24/7, text-based mental health support and crisis intervention by empowering a community of trained volunteers to support people in their moments of need. Individuals can text HOME to 741741 to be connected to a crisis counselor.

Spanish Lifeline

1-800-273-8255 press 2

Trevor Project

The Trevor Project provides information and support to LGBTQ young people. Trained counselors understand the challenges LGTBQ young people face and listen without judgment. Individuals can share as much or as little as they like. To get started, either text START to 678-678 or call 1-866-488-7386.

Trans Lifeline

Trans Lifeline is run by and for trans people. Trans Lifeline connects trans people to the community support and resources needed to survive and thrive. To get connected, call (877) 565-8860 to speak with a trans/nonbinary peer operator.

National Sexual Assault Hotline--RAINN

The National Sexual Assault Hotline connect via phone 1-800-656-4673, online hotline, mobile app, or chatbot and receive support, information, advice, or referral to a local sexual assault provider. This service is available 24/7.

National Domestic Violence Hotline

Call 1-800-799-7233, chat, or text 88788; if you chat live clear your internet browser history if you access thehotline.org website. Advocates available to listen and begin to address what’s going on in your relationship, in addition to providing resources and plans for safety.

Veteran’s Live Chat

Free 24/7, confidential support even if you’re not enrolled in VA benefits or health care. Text 838255. Responders can connect you with resources based on need.