Our offices are located on the third floor of Hudson Health Center.
Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services
Ohio University's Counseling and Psychological Services (CPS) team offers various mental health services, resources, education and programming for currently enrolled undergraduate, graduate and professional students.
We understand that life brings many changes, joys and challenges, and our goal is to provide you with a safe, supportive space where you can work through them.
Contact CPS
Phone: 740.593.1616
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Location: Hudson Health Center, 3rd Floor
Emergency Support
If you or someone you know is an imminent danger to themselves or someone else, go to the nearest emergency room or call 911. If you are on Athens Campus, call OUPD 3.1911 (740.593.1911).
What Is Considered an Emergency?
An emergency is a life-threatening situation where immediate response from medics or law enforcement is needed. Examples may include:
- someone actively trying to harm themselves or others
- self-injury requiring medical attention
- hearing voices or experiencing hallucinations
- apparent drug overdose
Need Non-Emergency Urgent Assistance?
If you're not experiencing an emergency that requires an immediate response from medics or law enforcement but you require urgent assistance, you may speak with a counselor 24/7/365 by calling 740.593.1616 (press option 1). You can also learn about more options on the Crisis & Emergency Support webpage.
Emergency Support for Regional & OHIO Online™ Students
A student in need of immediate support or attention should go to the nearest emergency room or call 911.
If you're not experiencing an emergency that requires an immediate response from medics or law enforcement but you require urgent assistance, then you can learn your options on the Regional Higher Education and OHIO Online™ Student Services and Resources webpage.
Schedule an Appointment
If you're not experiencing an emergency or crisis that requires an immediate response and would like to make appointment as a new or returning client, you can schedule an appointment or drop-in.
Once you have scheduled your appointment, make sure to prepare for your appointment by learning what to expect at your first appointment, completing new client paperwork, and more.
Call CPS at 740.593.1616 if you would like to:
- Get established as a new client
- Make a return appointment with your counselor
- Schedule or re-schedule a telehealth appointment
- Re-schedule a previously scheduled appointment
- Re-schedule a new client appointment that you scheduled online
- Cancel an appointment
- Or to get urgent assistance after business hours and on weekends or holidays (press 1 to speak with a counselor)
Drop In Hours
We offer same-day drop-in appointments for new or returning clients M-F, from 9:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. at Hudson Health Center, 3rd Floor. You can also call 740.593.1616 to speak to a counselor during drop-in hours.
Let's Talk
During the fall and spring semesters, drop-in at the Living Learning Center, Room 160, Sunday to Friday between 5-10 p.m. for Let's Talk Hours.
Online scheduling is for initial appointments only. Online scheduling is not available during holidays, winter break and summer break. You may schedule an online appointment only if you meet the following criteria:
- You are new to CPS
- Or you experienced a lapse in services longer than 3 months
- Enrolled on the Athens Campus
- Located in Ohio
If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment that you scheduled online, you must call or drop in.
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ServicesLearn about all services offered by counseling center staff.
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About Counseling and Psychological ServicesLearn more CPS at OHIO, meet the team, and review policies, responsibilities, fees and more.
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Mental Health & Well-Being ResourcesCheck out mental health and well-being resources compiled by CPS staff.
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Support Your StudentsTo foster the mental well-being of every Bobcat, we offer outreach programming to the campus community and provide support and expertise through consultation with family members, faculty, and staff.
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Clinical TrainingWe offer high-quality clinical training and supervision opportunities for aspiring psychologists, counselors, and social workers.
Locations
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Living Learning Center
Support is available at the Living Learning Center with our Counselor-in-Residence.
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Telehealth Services
Telehealth services are available to students who are currently enrolled, reside in the state of Ohio, and have been screened as being appropriate for mental health services through Telehealth. This service is conducted via Zoom. You must call the main line at 740.593.1616 to schedule with your CPS counselor.
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Regional & OHIO Online™ Students
Each community within the Ohio University system offers unique mental health services and resources that students can access. Counseling and Psychological Services is committed to supporting the well-being of all students.
YouTube Mental Health & Well-Being Playlists
Check out mental health and well-being playlists on YouTube curated by CPS to learn hands-on coping skills for challenging areas identified by college students.
THRIVE Events
Well-Being Wayfinder with Counseling & Psychological Services
Wednesday, August 26
11:00 AM — 1:00 PM
Lindley Hall