Consultation – How Concerned Should I Be?
If you have doubts or concerns about the seriousness of a student's problems, please consult with one of the staff members at the Counseling Center (824-6203). Please remember that we greatly appreciate referrals before the student reaches a crisis situation.
Making a Referral
ROUTINE referrals (Level 1 & 2 behaviors) If you believe a student could benefit from individual counseling or participation in a group or workshop, ask the student to call 824-6203 or stop by the Counseling Center in room 113 of the University Center.
URGENT referrals (Level 1 & 2 behaviors) If you believe the student cannot wait a day or two to talk with a counselor, but should speak directly with someone today, inform her/him that we have a walk-in hour every day. Call ahead to get the most accurate information on walk-in times. If she/he is shy about coming, you may offer to walk over with the student.
CRISIS referrals Daytime (Level 3 behaviors) If a student is making direct threats to harm self or others, or displays other behaviors outlined in Level 3, please call the Counseling Center immediately for help in handling the situation.
After Hours – If a student is in crisis after office hours, call Public Safety (824-6911) and tell them the nature of the emergency. If it is a mental health emergency, they will contact a member of the Counseling Center. If you believe the student is imminently suicidal or homicidal and you need immediate assistance for safety, contact Public Safety (x6911) to request an officer’s presence.
How to talk to a student about a referral.