Mental Health at Chico State
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Online Care and
Counseling Center Virtual Services
During Fall 2023, the WellCat Counseling Center will be providing services to new and returning students. We offer individual and group counseling via in-person and Zoom for tele-health mental health assistance to any Chico State student.
If you are in crisis and need to speak to a counselor immediately, please call 530-898-6345 and follow the phone prompts (press 2). You will be connected to a crisis counselor at that time.
We have a crisis counselor available to you 24/7 for crisis services.
If you would like to schedule a new or returning appointment, or are interested in group therapy, please call 530-898-6345 and leave a message if we are not available to take your call. Please leave your name, phone number, and student ID number. One of our team members at WCCC will return your call as soon as possible. Wishing you all a safe and happy Fall 2023 semester!
Diversity Statement
At the WellCat Counseling Center at Chico State, we value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment that values and respects all members of our campus community. We recognize the unique challenges that our students face based on race, ethnicity, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, and socioeconomic status. As a counseling team our goal is to provide equitable mental health services through creating a safe, supportive, culturally sensitive, inclusive, and empowering environment for our students.
Fall 2023 Groups
Online Care and
Self-Help Options:
Behavioral Health During a Pandemic:
- Psychological Implications of Social Distancing(opens in new window)
- Resources from the APA to Help Manage Anxiety and Change due to Coronavirus(opens in new window)
- Coronavirus and Mental Well-being(opens in new window)
- Coping with Stress During Infectious Disease Outbreaks(opens in new window)
- Taking Care of your Behavioral Health(opens in new window)
- Active Minds Resources(opens in new window)
UMatter
As the outreach arm of the counseling center, UMatter is a program designed to eliminate negative stigmas and to promote healthy student interaction and positive mental health practices.
- Podcast: Chatter with UMatter(opens in new window)
Join Bri and UMatter interns for relatable conversations concerning mental health.
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Peer Coaching
Peer Coaching aims to provide a safe place for students to speak freely and objectively, assess barriers to academic success, and access tools and support for sustaining greater work/life balance, mental and physical health, and other benefits. Amongst life skills, students will have support with finding life purpose, meaning, and identity. Our Peer Coaches help students create achievable goals, offering encouragement, accountability, evaluating progress, and celebrating wins.
Complete this form and a Peer Coach will reach out to you soon.
WellCat Services
WellCat Services, formerly Student Health Services, is here to ensure all students have the tools and resources for a healthy, safe, and successful experience at Chico State.