Counseling Service
Semester Break Hours: The Counseling Service will close for the semester at the end of the day on Thursday, December 19. The Counseling Service will reopen on Monday, January 13. From January 13-17, we will be open to meet the needs of enrolled Law and GSEC students whose classes are already in session. During that week, we will also be open for all students for urgent care, so that students needing crisis counseling or who have urgent needs can be assessed. During the week of January 13, students needing an appointment should contact our desk at 768-7160 to schedule appointments. We will resume our regular operating schedule on Tuesday, January 21. At any time the Counseling Service is closed, students can reach a counselor via phone by calling our Crisis Counseling Service at 503-265-7804.
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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.