Counseling & Psychological Services

Confidential, 24/7 Care on Campus

You are not alone at Susquehanna. When needed, students can conveniently access mental health counseling services and resources for assistance.

Service Offerings

• Groups: Led by therapists, group counseling with peers who might be struggling with similar concerns.
• Initial Phone Triage: 20-minute phone call to assess your needs and build your individual plan.
• Teletherapy: Virtual sessions accessible throughout the academic year and breaks.
• Individual Counseling: Up to 10 in-person, bi-weekly or monthly counseling sessions.
• Therapist on Duty (TOD): Same-day, face-to-face and phone crisis counseling on campus.
• Crisis Services 24/7/365: Crisis counselor available anytime, anywhere via telephone.

How Can Counseling be Helpful?

• Reduce anxiety
• Increase productivity
• Improve relationships with friends and family
• Improve stress management skills
• Boost confidence

Additional Options for Mental Well-Being

• Amy E. Winans Center for Wellness
• Take 5 Zones – Seibert Hall (1st floor) & Blough-Weis Library
• Chair massage

Support Line for Students

Susquehanna University’s support line phone number is 570-372-4751.

On-call therapists are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by selecting option 2.

Call during center hours for general questions by selecting option 1.

Additional Services for Medication Management

Psychiatrists can help prescribe and maintain the use of medication. Therapists also assist students with locating pharmacies, working with their home providers and managing their medication when they arrive on campus.

Concerned About a Student? 

If someone has turned to you for help, or you see that a person you care about needs help, refer to the link below. This resource is meant to help you refer a student to a multi-disciplinary team of Susquehanna University staff that will provide support and reach out to the student.

Submit a Concern Assessment Response Evaluation (CARE) Form

Red Folder: quick-reference guide to help recognize, respond to and refer distressed students

Confidentiality

Confidentiality is extremely important to us. You can trust that the information you share with us will be kept in strict confidence. 

According to state laws, we cannot release information (including if you are a client) to parents, resident assistants, instructors or physicians without your written consent. However, there are some situations in which we are legally obligated to take action to protect you or others from harm or shield a minor from abuse.