The years of college can be among the most exciting and gratifying of a person’s life. However, college students can experience significant amounts of stress, confusion, and uncertainty. At times, students may need additional support and encouragement. The Counseling Center is here to help students resolve psychosocial issues, enhance their personal growth, and strengthen their academic skills and performance. We also work to expand the campus community’s understanding of the unique mental health issues faced by college students, and how to support student wellbeing.
We provide the following services at no charge to all degree-seeking undergraduate, graduate and online students:
Our on-campus mental health clinicians are available during regular business hours, and our online services–powered by ResilientU–are accessible anywhere, anytime.
ResilientU, in partnership with Uwill, offers:
Uwill
Worcester State’s on-campus clinicians provide in-person support during regular business hours, with appointments and walk-in hours offered on a regular schedule, as well as on-call services after hours.
Students can make appointments in person at Counseling Services located on the third floor of the Student Center, Suite 325. Appointments may also be made via phone (508-929-8072) or email (counseling_wsu@worcester.edu).
For students needing same-day support, walk-in/triage appointments are available on a daily basis between 10am-12pm and 2pm-4pm.
During normal business hours (Monday-Friday 9am-5pm), come to the Counseling Center immediately or contact us via telephone (508-929-8072). If you need immediate medical assistance or are in imminent danger contact University Police at 508-929-8911.
After hours and during holidays:
If you need medical assistance, call University Police immediately or off-campus dial 911 for local emergency assistance.
Your college years can be among the most exciting and gratifying of your life. At times, however, you may feel significant amounts of stress, confusion, and uncertainty. The staff of Worcester State University’s Counseling Center understands the emotional pressure that many of our students experience. Concerns that may lead to counseling include:
We have compiled a list of apps that may be helpful to you in managing anxiety, mood and other stressors. These apps can be used in addition to meeting with a counselor, but can also be helpful to those who feel they may not need immediate counseling.
