Mental Health Concerns

Formerly the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 988 is a hotline that provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones.

Emerson Wellness Center offers a variety of services to Emerson students. Counseling Services provides short-term psychotherapy, support and therapy groups, psychiatric consultation, referrals, crisis intervention, and outreach. All services are confidential.

The Wellness Center is committed to addressing the mental health needs of BIPOC students at Emerson College. It employs full-time BIPOC counselors who bring a focused understanding of the challenges faced by these students. These counselors maintain weekly hours in the Cultural Center, providing a safe and accessible space for students. Additionally, the Wellness Center hosts affinity groups for students to discuss their experiences in a supportive group setting outside of a clinical environment. This approach ensures a holistic and culturally sensitive approach to mental health and well-being for BIPOC students.

Emerson Wellness Center offers a variety of services to Emerson students. Counseling Services provides short-term psychotherapy, support and therapy groups, psychiatric consultation, referrals, crisis intervention, and outreach. All services are confidential.

Emerson Wellness Center offers a variety of services to Emerson students. Health Services provides routine medical care including sick visits, urgent care visits, physical exams, immunizations, contraception counseling, STD testing and counseling, including PrEP, pregnancy testing and options counseling, and referral for other support services related to sexual assault, violence, and non-consensual contact. All services are confidential.

Physical Health and Mental Health resources outside of Emerson

The Student Care and Support Office receives referrals from students, faculty, staff, etc. about students of concern. The Office works with key partners on campus to provide support for those students with a goal of helping them succeed academically and personally.

UWill is an additional mental health support option for Emerson College students and includes a 24/7 support line.

With Uwill you can:

-Connect with a licensed therapist for immediate support through the 24/7/365 Crisis line at 833-434-1217
-Schedule ongoing teletherapy support by appointment, available through text, phone, or secure video portal
-Register for a free Headspace Subscription
-Gain access to a variety of on-demand and self-directed wellness materials