Counseling Center

Promoting the Psychological Health of All Students

Hours

Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m.—8:00 p.m.Friday 8:00 a.m.—5:00 p.m.

(Evening and summer hours are subject to change.)

Emergency Contact

If you experience a mental health emergency after hours, please contact:

Crisis and Information Center (502) 589-4313

or

Emergency Psychiatry at University of Louisville Hospital

(502) 562-3210

or

University Police (502) 852-6111

Health Science Campus Counseling Center

(502) 852-0996

University of Louisville Counseling Center

Student Health and Counseling Center Building2207 S. Brook St.

Louisville, KY 40292

(502) 852-6585

http://louisville.edu/counseling

The University of Louisville is an equal opportunity institution.This publication was prepared by the University of Louisville

and printed with state funds KRS 57.375.

Common Student Concerns

College is a time of great personal growth. Students often encounter a number of concerns during the course of their academic experience. Among some of the challenges faced by students are:

Anxiety and stress

Managing time, stress, study skills, and tests

Relationship conflict

Depression

Feelings of isolation or loneliness

Alcohol or substance use or abuse

Anorexia, or Bulimia

Abuse or trauma

Adjustment to college

Academic difficulties

Cultural differences

Family difficulties

Grief and loss

Sexuality and sexual identity issues

Anger

Lack of motivation

Inability to concentration

Suicidal thoughts

General Information

Eligibility All currently enrolled University of Louisville students are eligible to use the services of the Counseling Center.

Cost Individual counseling, group counseling, consultation and referral services are provided to currently enrolled students at no charge.

Confidentiality All communication within the Counseling Center is confidential. Information regarding the content of interviews or the results of testing can only be released with the written permission of the client. The exceptions to this policy are:

• When the information relates to clear and imminent danger to an individual.

• When state law requires the reporting of information (threats of violence, child abuse or neglect).

• When information is requested by court order.

Any disclosure in these situations will be made to the appropriate authority and will be limited to material directly pertinent to the issue involved.

Appointments Can be made by calling the Counseling Center at (502) 852-6585 or stopping by the office.

Special Services

Veterans

Members of the Counseling Center Staff understand the issues related to transition and deployment. If the staff can not meet your needs, you will be referred to the appropriate services.

Learning Disability and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder Assessments

Do you need documentation for classroom accommodations or accommodations on national exams? Currently enrolled University of Louisville students can be tested for LD or ADHD for a reasonable fee. Call 852-6585 to schedule an assessment.

Mission

The Counseling Center supports the academic mission of the University of Louisville by providing quality mental health services and programs to assist students in achieving their personal and educational goals. We also contribute to the broader mission of the University by providing training for new mental health professionals.

The Counseling Center operates on a short-term therapy model. The number of visits is determined on an individual basis, but is not unlimited.

Counseling Services

The Counseling Center offers professional mental health and consultation services to all currently enrolled University of Louisville students at no cost. Services include:

Individual Counseling

Crisis Intervention and Referral

Group Counseling

Couples Counseling*

Medication Management Referral

Classroom Presentations

Outreach

Consultation

* One partner must be a currently enrolled student