For lots of students, the transition to college and the years after can be a lot to handle. In addition to the stresses of daily life as a student at Oberlin, events in recent years have only added to the difficulties of everyday living. The move to college is the first time that many people seek out mental healthcare for the first time for a number of reasons. With the amount of resources available and the various departments involved it can be difficult to know what those first steps may be in seeking out the right services for you.
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Psychological Support at Oberlin
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1. Counseling Center (Dascomb Hall)
The Counseling Center is meant to provide students with psychological support throughout their time at Oberlin. While mostly intended for assessment and short-term counseling, referrals to local private practitioners and psychiatric consultations are also provided. All services provided by the Counseling Center are free for Oberlin College students and covered in tuition costs. 2. Online Mental Health Screenings JED Self Evaluation Referrals M.H.A.R.S. Board Mental Health Screening "How Are You Feeling?" Quiz |
(Inside of Counseling Center)
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How to Access Available Mental Health Resources at Oberlin
Benefits of Peer Support
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Numerous studies have examined the positive benefits to group support and having those with similar identities nearby. For BI-POC+ , LGBTQ+, and first-generation students, this can be especially challenging. For resources on how to navigate this visit our "Multicultural Resource Center" Page.
To learn more about how you can support your friends and those around you, visit our "How to Support a Friend" page. |