Student Counseling Center
Counseling appointments are available in person or via telemental health (Zoom).
Student Counseling Center Office Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - noon, 1:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.*
Urgent/Crisis Counseling Hours (walk in, no appointment necessary):
Monday-Friday, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Appointment requests can be made by either calling 503-768-7160 or emailing counsel@lclark.edu. If emailing or leaving a voicemail, please include your availability during our office hours to help expedite the scheduling process.
*Office closed for staff meeting Tuesday mornings 8:30am-10:00am
Overview
At one time or another, many students feel overwhelmed by the stress of academics, work, family, or relationships. Student Counseling Center staff are available to help students cope with these and other stressors. About 15% of Lewis & Clark students (25% of undergraduates) visit the Student Counseling Center each year.
Student Counseling Center staff are committed to supporting the emotional health and wellbeing of all L&C students—undergraduate, law, and graduate (GSEC). We offer primarily short-term individual, couples, and group therapy, as well as crisis counseling. Our staff consists of licensed mental health clinicians.
Student Counseling Center Events
November 6th & 7th: Election-Free Zone
Drop by to take a break and enjoy a space with no talk of or reference to the elections. Enjoy music, coloring books, fidgets, games, and snacks.
In the Student Counseling Center multipurpose space in Lower Odell Residence Hall, Room #003
Let’s Talk It Out
Wednesday November 6th & Thursday November 7th
9am-12pm, 1pm-3:30pm
Student Counseling Center Multipurpose Space - Lower Odell #008
Come hang out with other students in a space safe for dialogue around the impact of the election season and outcome on your wellbeing. A therapist will be present if a facilitated dialogue is desired.
Sponsored by the Student Counseling Center
Extended Student Counseling Center Walk-In Hours
The Student Counseling Center has extended walk-in hours on November 6th and 7th. Please feel welcome to stop by to meet one-on-one with a licensed therapist if you need a little extra support this week.
November 6 & 7th
9am-12pm, 1pm - 3:30pm*
Student Counseling Center - Lower Odell #012
*Please note that we will not be available for walk-ins 12pm-1pm
The Let Out (topic: Elections) part 2
We all need a space to “Let out” a sigh of relief, frustration, or despair and “Let out” the thoughts we’ve been holding in all day.
November 6th & 7th: Election-Free Zone
Drop by to take a break and enjoy a space with no talk of or reference to the elections. Enjoy music, coloring books, fidgets, games, and snacks.
In the Student Counseling Center multipurpose space in Lower Odell Residence Hall, Room #003
Let’s Talk It Out
Wednesday November 6th & Thursday November 7th
9am-12pm, 1pm-3:30pm
Student Counseling Center Multipurpose Space - Lower Odell #008
Come hang out with other students in a space safe for dialogue around the impact of the election season and outcome on your wellbeing. A therapist will be present if a facilitated dialogue is desired.
Sponsored by the Student Counseling Center
Extended Student Counseling Center Walk-In Hours
The Student Counseling Center has extended walk-in hours on November 6th and 7th. Please feel welcome to stop by to meet one-on-one with a licensed therapist if you need a little extra support this week.
November 6 & 7th
9am-12pm, 1pm - 3:30pm*
Student Counseling Center - Lower Odell #012
*Please note that we will not be available for walk-ins 12pm-1pm
News
Groups Offered by the Student Counseling Center Fall 2024
The Student Counseling Center is offering two groups for students this fall! A Grief Support Group (no registration needed, Wednesdays 4:30-6pm) and The Let Out (drop-in 1st & 3rd Wednesdays 5:30-6:30).
Student Counseling Center Statement on Racism and Oppression
Events in recent years have raised the national awareness about the brutal treatment and violence directed toward Black people and other people of color in the United States. These events have also, once again, highlighted the racial inequities and cultural injustice in America. Student Counseling Center staff are committed to supporting Black students, Asian and Pacific Islander students, other students of color, and their allies related to the stresses of these times, and to creating a more just, equitable world.
Statement of Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Student Counseling Center staff are committed to providing a safe environment for all by recognizing the unique identities of our diverse Lewis & Clark community. It is part of our professional ethics and personal values to promote inclusion and to be aware of the impact of privilege, prejudice, marginalization and discrimination in the lives of individuals. We strive to create an atmosphere where we foster dialogue and promote actions that respect and honor all persons. We believe that sharing and supporting varying perspectives facilitates connection, health, and wellness.