Counseling and Mental Health Services

Taking care of your mental health is a key part of your success at SFSU and after graduation. SFSU’s Counseling and Mental Health Services offers services to support the psychological well-being of students, faculty and staff.

Our specialists and programs can help you navigate topics such as anxiety and depression, sexuality, sexual orientation, substance use and concerns about academic progress. The office mainly offers brief treatments but can help students navigate the process to get long-term treatment.

Counseling and Mental Health Services include: 

• Individual counseling for currently enrolled undergraduate and graduate students.
• Groups and workshops in person and on Zoom to support navigating challenging times, LGBTQ+ community building, managing moods when tackling depression and mindfulness-based anxiety management.
• Crisis consultations if you believe you are experiencing a crisis that cannot wait for a regularly scheduled appointment. Call our office at (415) 338-2208.
• “Let’s talk meetings” — brief meetings available for all SFSU students within SFSU University Housing. It’s informal, confidential, completely free — and no topic is off limits.
• Faculty and staff resources in case of emergency situations or if you need help supporting a student.
• Outreach requests if you’d like a presentation about our resources.

Make an appointment

If you are interested in mental health services:

• Call (415) 338-2208
• Specify which services you are interested in. Staff will ask a few questions to ensure you get the appropriate care.
• Staff will schedule an appointment with a counselor.

Fees

Counseling and Mental Health Services provides brief personal counseling to SFSU students. The services are covered by the Student Health Fee that is paid with tuition. The unit encourages students to access mental health services if they are covered by insurance for longer-term counseling.

Location

New Gator Student Health Center
730 Font Blvd. (across from the Mashouf Wellness Center)

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