COUNSELING SERVICES montevallo.edu/counseling-services Main Hall, lower level • 205-665-6245
While earning degrees, college students experience independence, change, personal and professional discovery and growth. This can become overwhelming. According to the Center for Collegiate Mental Health’s 2017 Annual Report, anxiety and depression are the most common concerns for college students seeking services. The report showed that treatment provided by college counseling centers is effective and achieves the same level of symptom reduction as that reported in randomized clinical trials (RCT’s) for concerns such as depression and anxiety. The goal of University of Montevallo Counseling Services is to support the development and enhance the well-being of students through quality clinical services, crisis intervention, preventative mental health initiatives and programing and access to emergency resources. Qualified, fully-licensed mental health professionals provide services and resources that respect the privacy, dignity and diverse backgrounds of each individual. Counseling Services empowers students to reach their academic, personal, emotional and social goals.
Services & Resources Individual Counseling and Crisis Intervention Short-term individual confidential counseling is available at no cost to currently enrolled students, faculty and staff. Our counselors are available to help you manage the stress of being a college student, improve your relationships, balance your responsibilities and handle everyday life. Our counselors are also trained and experienced in treating a variety of mental health issues. Case Management Students can meet with the case manager for help managing complex issues. Our case manager connects students to campus and community resources, serves as an advocate and helps students make a plan to be successful at UM. Food, School Supplies and Financial Assistance Non-perishable food and toiletry items, along with basic school supplies and financial assistance are available to students facing food insecurity or unexpected
financial hardships. Any currently enrolled student can meet with the case manager to determine what assistance is available. Some of the resources offered are: • Food Pantry — non-perishable food items, toiletries and basic school supplies • Barclay Advance — short-term advance up to $500, which is paid back in 120 days or less with no interest. • Emergency Financial Assistance Scholarship — small scholarship available to assist students who experience an unexpected emergency situation. Group Counseling and Workshops Each semester, support groups and workshops are offered to help students learn to cope more effectively with life, learn new skills and connect with people who have similar experiences or situations. Some examples of groups/workshops offered include: • Adjusting to College Support Group • Wellness Workshop • Running and Walking Group • Grief and Loss Support Group • Autism Spectrum Support Prevention Counseling Services staff oversees a variety of prevention programs and initiatives to help UM students be healthier. Current initiatives: • It’s Your Move: Bystander Intervention Training • Depression/Suicide Awareness • Anxiety Management • Alcohol and Drug Abuse • Sexual Assault Prevention • Stress Management • Body Image and Eating Disorders • Healthy Relationships