Counseling & Wellness
Counseling & Wellness
Accessing Services: COVID-19 Update
Counseling and Wellness has modified its practice procedures and will be providing all services by secure Zoom or telephone. Please contact our Office Assistant, Amy Donaldson at amy.donaldson@wsu.edu or 509-335-5036 during regular business hours (M-F, 8:00am to 5:00pm) to access services.
Therapy services are available to students within the College of Veterinary Medicine, and consultation/referral services are available to faculty, staff, or house officers within the College of Veterinary Medicine.
After-hours crisis services are available to students through Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) at Cougar Health by calling 509-335-2159.
Community Referrals
In some situations, your needs may be best met through a referral to a community provider. Our counselors can assist you with locating a medical provider, psychiatrist, therapist, or other service that meets your needs. Information
about available community providers can be found here:
https://cougarhealth.wsu.edu/referral-guide-psychological-services/
EAP Resources/Links
Faculty and staff of Washington State University are eligible for services through the Employee Assistance Program. Our counselors are available to consult with you to start this process. More information can be found here:
https://hrs.wsu.edu/resources/employee-assistance-program/
Crisis Support
Crisis support is available after 5 pm, on weekends, and during University holidays by phone: 509-335-2159.
Call 911 in any emergency situation or if a student poses an immediate threat to self or others.
Some additional resources
can be found here:
- National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Press 1 for veteran’s services or send a text to 838255 - En Español
1-888-628-9454 - For Deaf and Hard of Hearing via TTY
1-800-799-4889 - Crisis Text Line
Text HOME to 741741
Text STEVE to 741741 for support specific to individuals of color - Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ)
1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678678 - WSU Employee Assistance Program
1-877-313-4455
Student Care Network