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Student Counseling Services

Frequently Asked Questions

Who may use Student Counseling Services?

Anyone who is a student at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center may utilize Counseling Services. Besides individual, couples, and group counseling, we also consult with faculty, staff, parents and student organizations. Workshops are also offered on topics of interest such as study skills and stress management.

 

What about confidentiality?

By law we cannot let anyone know that you have utilized our services unless under very specific circumstances detailed below & even in those situations, only the relevant information to the relevant individuals will be released. Circumstances in which we must release information include:

1. If you are a danger to yourself or others
2. If you talk about the abuse or neglect of a child or older adult
3. If we get a Court Order, or
4. If you give us written permission to release your records to a specified source.

 

How much does it cost?

Student counseling services is part of your student fees so you have essentially already paid for our services. So why not use them?

 

What can I expect when I go to Student Counseling Services for the first time?

1. Call or email us. We will find a time that works with your schedule

2. The initial/intake appointment can last 60-minutes. Here you will fill out some paperwork meet with your counselor who will ask questions about your concerns, some background information, and goals for counseling.

3. Counseling is a collaborative process; you will be offered choices about the focus of sessions and strategies for symptom relief. Each individual counseling session following the intake lasts 45-50 minutes.

 

What services are available?

Counseling/Therapy

  • Individual Counseling
  • Couples Counseling
  • Family Counseling
  • Group Counseling

A counselor will meet with you to discuss concerns related to academics, personal concerns or relationship issues.

Consultation Services

  • Academic Coaching

Psychological Assessment

  • Individual assessments may be scheduled regarding personality or academic questions.

 

What if there is a crisis?

Emergencies
If you are experiencing severe emotional distress during non-business hours, please use the following resources to get the help you need:

  • 24-hour
    • Talk-Line (405) 848-2273
    • National Suicide Hotline (800) 273-8255
    • Reach-Out Hotline (800) 522-9054
  • 8:00pm-4:00am
    Number Nyne (405) 325-NYNE

If you are having thoughts of hurting yourself or another person, you should immediately call 911 or:

  • Campus police (405) 271-4911

If possible, go to the nearest emergency room and ask for the psychologist or psychiatrist on call.

  • St. Anthony’s Hospital (405) 272-6055
  • Deaconess Hospital (405) 604-6138

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