Other Campus Resources Student Health Services 254 Rodli Hall 715-425-3293 www.uwrf.edu/studenthealthandcounseling Confidential, Professional and Accessible Counseling Services incorporates a brief Counseling Services therapeutic model with an emphasis on developmental counseling directed at helping students succeed in the university environment. When specialized, more intensive, and/or longerterm services are needed, we can assist in making referrals to off-campus professionals. Common Issues: Stress Sexual Assault Anxiety Major/Career Depression Self-Esteem Relationships Body Image Alcohol/Drugs Grades Family Concerns Grief Clinical Services Student Health and Counseling Services contracts with the M Health Fairview Clinic-River Falls and students may meet with a doctor to discuss options for medication when appropriate. STUDENT HEALTH & COUNSELING SERVICES Counseling Services 254 Rodli Hall 410 S. 3rd St. River Falls, WI 54022 www.uwrf.edu/studenthealthandcounseling 715-425-3884 FAX: 715-425-3573 www.uwrf.edu/studenthealthandcounseling Updated June 2021 Students can call the clinic directly (715-425-6701) to schedule an appointment for an evaluation for medication. 8353 Counseling Services Hours and Appointments Professional counselors are available to help Counseling Services is open Monday-Friday students work through a wide variety of issues from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Appointments can that they might be facing during their college be made by calling 715-425-3884, emailing experience. counselingservices@uwrf.edu, or by visiting Services include: • Confidential personal counseling. • Workshops and presentations to classes and groups. • Incorporates a brief-therapeutic model with an emphasis on developmental counseling directed at helping currently enrolled students succeed in the university environment. • Coordinates referrals to off-campus professionals when specialized, more intensive, and/or longer-term services are needed. Our Counselors Counseling Services staff have earned advanced professional degrees in various mental health fields and are licensed by the • Group counseling opportunities. State of Wisconsin. We have counselors who are additionally certified to provide alcohol and management with a psychiatrist or family other drug assessments. practice physician. Alcohol Assessments The First Visit Services is to provide professional mental health counseling and consultation services for our campus community that: University Police at 715-425-3133 or 911. • Consultation with faculty and staff. • Referral for medication evaluation and THE MISSION of Counseling 254 Rodli Hall. In case of emergency contact Alcohol and other drug assessments are When contacting Counseling Services for available for currently enrolled UWRF students the first time, students can generally be seen through UWRF Counseling Services. A fee is the same day or within a day of making their charged if the assessment is requested as part appointment. Students coming in for their first of court or other sanctions. Call ahead for an visit will be seen for a brief (30 - 45 minute) appointment 715-425-3884. intake appointment with a counselor who will: Eligibility and Cost • Provide information about what to expect Students who are officially enrolled for at from the counseling process • Discuss the student’s presenting issues and concerns • Develop a plan for treatment including referral to a counselor either on or off campus who best meets the student’s needs Confidentiality least one credit during the term (fall, spring, or summer) in which they seek services are eligible to receive counseling. Students enrolled during the spring semester and registered for classes in the subsequent fall semester may also access services during the summer months only on an urgent same day or emergency basis. Students enrolled during the fall semester and • Creates developmental programming to increase healthy lifestyle and coping behaviors across campus. All counseling records are kept strictly registered for classes in the spring semester confidential and are not part of University may access services during J-Term. Generally records. Information is shared only with a students enrolled in classes offered as part person’s written permission. Exceptions to of a distance education program, such as an • Provides leadership and advocacy for university mental health policy and initiatives. confidentiality are rare and include when a online program or study abroad, do not pay person poses a threat to his/her own safety or segregated fees and so would not be eligible for the safety of someone else or when it is ordered services provided through Student Health and by the court. Counseling Services.