Student Mental Health Resources
If you need immediate help, please contact one of these resources:
435-586-1911
Mental health is essential for a student's academic success. 91ɬÂþ provides resources, support, and services to address mental health issues at every level of concern. We are committed to helping all Thunderbirds Thrive, whether you are online or on-campus. If you need assistance navigating any of the resources, please contact Counseling and Psychological Services, the Dean of Student's Office, or the Health and Wellness Center.
Please note that some mental health concerns are beyond the scope of what a University Counseling Center can treat. For students needing longer-term care and counseling, we encourage you to seek these services with a provider in the community. 91ɬÂþ has resources to help you arrange long-term care in the community if needed. Students should also be aware that due to the rural location of 91ɬÂþ, not all mental health resources are readily available.
Resources Available at Red Level
It's time to get professional help. Things have become so difficult that you need help right away.
What you might be experiencing at Red:
- Talking about suicide or dying
- You are planning on harming yourself or others
- You are being harmed by others
- You are taking your frustrations out on others
- You are harassing or bullying others
- You are being dishonest
- You are expressing yourself violently in words or actions
- You feel the need to carry a weapon
- You feel like giving up or that there is no hope that things will get better
- You feel like you are a burden to those around you
- 91ɬÂþ Counseling and Psychological Services: Crisis appointments available
- Dean of Students Office: Assistance navigating all of the resources at 91ɬÂþ
- 91ɬÂþ Police: Welfare checks and assessments
- : Welfare checks and assessments
- 91ɬÂþ Student Clinic: Sexual Violence Resources, basic medical exams or physicals
- 91ɬÂþ Office of Equal Opportunity/Title IX: Sexualized and domestic violence support, reports of discrimination
- : Emergency Room
- Sexualized and domestic violence support
- (Talk Now): Free 24/7 support as well as scheduled teletherapy with a counselor
- : 1-833-372-3388 or text chat via the SafeUT app
- Utah Crisis Line: 800-273-8255 or text "start" to 741-741
- Utah Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-897-5465
- The Trevor Project (LGBTQ friendly): 866-488-7386
- Transgender Suicide Hotline: 877-565-8860
- Veterans Crisis Line: 800-273-8255, press 1
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4376
- Quiet Spaces: Looking for a quiet place for virtual therapy/counseling?
Resources Available for Yellow
You aren't doing well and need additional support to feel better.
Counseling is always an option
What you might be experiencing at Yellow:
- Already have a mental health diagnosis
- Completely neglecting your school, work, or other life responsibilities
- Frequently expressing anger toward others
- Using alcohol or drugs excessively
- Relying on existing relationships to address your mental health needs instead of professional help
- Thoughts of helplessness or hopelessness
- Engaging in self-harming behaviors (cutting, burning, bruising)
- Completely withdrawing from activities that usually bring you joy
- Disconnecting from your friends and family
- Mindfulness, grounding exercises, or breathing exercises
- Give yourself permission to take a break from things for a brief period of time
- Calling your counselor or therapist if you have one
- Student Outreach and Support (SOS) : support, non-clinical interventions, advocacy, and referrals for students experiencing challenges in their personal and academic lives
- CAPS Let’s Talk: 15-minute conversations with CAPS staff
- CAPS Triage Appointment: 30 minute assessment with a CAPS counselor
- CAPS Therapy Groups: Group sessions facilitated by a CAPS counselor
- CAPS Workshops: Skill-based sessions with other students facilitated by a CAPS counselor
- Dean of Students Office: Assistance navigating all of the resources at 91ɬÂþ
- Care Team/Case Management: Receive individualized support as you engage in professional mental health care
- 91ɬÂþ Student Health Clinic: Sexual Violence resources, basic medical exams, and physicals
- : some health insurance covers mental health care
- Talk Now: Free 24/7 support for all levels of concern
- : Chat anonymously with peers around the country
- : Online workshops and self-guided resources
- Huntsman Mental Health Institute Warmline: 833-773-2588 or 801-587-1055
- Quiet Spaces: Looking for a quiet place for virtual therapy/counseling?
Resources Available for Green
Things are generally okay, but you are starting to struggle.
Counseling is always an option
What you might be experiencing at Green:
- Avoiding people, classes, activities, and/or events
- Having a difficult time managing your emotions
- Feeling a lack of energy or motivation
- Changing your behavior in significant and negative ways
- Feeling like no one cares about you or can understand what you’re going through
- Sleeping or eating too much or too little
- Starting to use unhealthy coping strategies
- Feeling worthless or that you can’t do anything right
- Feeling overwhelmed and beginning to doubt your ability to take care of yourself
- Take care of your basic needs:
- Eat regular meals that nurture your body
- Get a good amount of sleep each night (7-8 hours)
- Drink plenty of water
- Get some physical activity every day (at least 30 minutes)
- Spend time outside in the sun
- Spend some time with friends/family (call, text, visit, video-chat)
- Focus on your spirituality or faith
- Practice mindfulness and breathing exercises
- Sign out of social media for short periods of time
- Create a routine for each day
- Reach out to and talk with a Peer Mentor (ACES, 91ɬÂþSA, RA's, etc.)
- Stop by the Health & Wellness Center ()
- Have a conversation with your Student Success Advisor
- Visit the 91ɬÂþ Student Health Clinic
- Visit the Office of Student Outreach and Support (SOS)
- : Peer wellness coaching
- : Chat anonymously with peers around the country about mental health-related issues
- : Online workshops and self-guided resources
- CAPS Online Resources ( , Mental Health Tool Kit)
- Quiet Spaces: Looking for a quiet place for virtual therapy/counseling?
Mental Health Counseling Options for Students
How to Connect | For in-person services, call: 435-865-8621 | Free 24/7 support as well as scheduled teletherapy with a counselor |
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Hours | M-F, 9 am to 4:30 pm | 24/7 |
Providers | Licensed clinicians and doctoral interns | Licensed clinicians |
Services | Individual Counseling, Group Therapy, Workshops, Crisis, Triage, Consultation | Individual Counseling, Health Coaching, Crisis Counseling |
CAPS Website |
Hotlines and Resources
- : 911
- : 435-868-5000
- : 435-867-9411 24-hour #: 435-233-5732
- : 435-867-1520
- : 435-867-7654 24-hour #: 800-574-6763
- : Find Face-to-Face Counseling Options in Cedar City
- : 1-833-372-3388 or text chat via the SafeUT app
- Huntsman Mental Health Institute Warmline: 833-773-2588 or 801-587-1055
- Utah Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-897-5465
- : 988 or text 838255
- (LGBTQ friendly): 866-488-7386
- Transgender Suicide Hotline: 877-565-8860
- : 988, press 1
- National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4376
- National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline: 866-331-9474
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline: 800-662-4357