Counseling Service
COVID-19 Update, April 8, 2020:
Counseling Services are now being offered via telemental health, via a secure video platform. Our staff are providing services to students residing in Oregon, and in some other states. (Licensing restrictions currently prohibit us from providing ongoing telemental health services to students in some states.)
If you need to reach someone in the Counseling Service (including our psychiatrist), please e-mail us at counsel@lclark.edu, or call 503-768-7160. Please note that Counseling staff who are returning calls will generally call from a phone number that does not display on the recipient’s phone. Anytime that Counseling staff are unavailable, students can access our Crisis Counseling Service at 503-265-7804.
Working together, we can protect the health of our community.
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See also our “Support in the time of COVID-19” resource page.
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At one time or another, students may feel overwhelmed by the responsibilities of college, work, family, or relationships. Counseling Service staff are available to help students cope with these and other stressors. About 15% of Lewis & Clark students (25% of undergraduates) visit the Counseling Service each year. We offer primarily short-term individual, couples, and group therapy, as well as crisis counseling and some psychiatry services. Our staff consists of licensed mental health clinicians and doctoral practicum clinicians who are supervised by our licensed staff. Follow this link for more information about accessing services.
Statement of our commitment to diversity and inclusion: We in the counseling service are committed to providing a safe environment for all by recognizing the unique identities of our diverse Lewis & Clark community. It is part of our professional ethics and personal values to promote inclusion and to be aware of the impact of privilege, prejudice, marginalization, and discrimination in the lives of individuals. We strive to create an atmosphere where we foster dialogue and promote actions that respect and honor all persons. We believe that sharing and supporting varying perspectives facilitates connection, health, and wellness.