Counseling Services
Welcome!
Located conveniently in Lancaster's Student Services Suite - Room 314, our Counseling Services are here to support your journey through college and beyond. We understand that life can bring challenges, and our goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can work through them.
Office Hours
Students seeking Counseling Services December 16 through January 6 may contact Sarah Lang at 740-901-3267.
We are available to meet with you during the following times:
- Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Group Support Options
In addition to one-on-one counseling, we offer seven engaging group sessions held twice per week, both in-person and online via TEAMS.
Each session includes complimentary snacks.
Our group topics include:
- Anxiety and Depression: Learn strategies to manage these common challenges.
- Managing Stress: Explore ways to handle academic, financial, family, and time-related stress.
- Isolation and Involvement: Find ways to connect with peers and join student groups.
- Drugs and Alcohol: Discuss substance use and its impact.
- Sleep: Understand how to improve sleep habits and routines.
- Traumatic Experiences and Dating Violence: Process past experiences in a safe, confidential setting.
- Communication, Boundaries, and Relationships: Build stronger connections and set healthy limits.
Whether you're navigating personal struggles, seeking peer connection, or simply want to learn new coping skills, we are here to help. Let’s work together to support your mental well-being.
Visit us in Room 314 or contact us to learn more about how we can support you!
Workshop Calendar
All workshops will be held in the Jane Johnsen Center on the 1st floor of Brasee Hall.
| Week | Workshop #1 Topics Wednesdays | 2 pm to 3 pm | Workshop #2 Topics Thursdays | 11 am to 12pm |
| January 20 to 24 (Week 2) | Anxiety / Depression | Managing Stress |
| February 3 to 7 (Week 4) | Isolation / Involvement / Student Groups | Communication / Boundary Setting / Relationships |
| February 17 to 21 (Week 6) | Drugs / Alcohol | Traumatic Experiences / Dating Violence |
| March 3 to 7 (Week 8) | Coping Skills / Sleep | Anxiety / Depression |
| March 17 to 21 (Week 10) | Traumatic Experiences / Dating Violence | Isolation / Involvement / Student Groups |
| March 31 to April 4 (Week 12) | Communication / Boundary Setting / Relationships | Drugs / Alcohol |
| April 14 to 18 (Week 14) | Managing Stress | Coping Skills / Sleep |
Are you concerned about a student?
The CARE TEAM provides a systematic and professional response in instances where students’ behavior is concerning or disruptive to themselves, others or the community. The CARE TEAM does not provide mental health services, but we do provide faculty, staff, and students with resources and referrals.
TimelyCare
µÛÍõ»áËù has contracted with TimelyCare, a virtual health and well-being provider, to serve OHIO Online and Regional Campus students.
Through either a mobile app or your desktop, TimelyCare provides 24/7 access to virtual care from anywhere in the United States at no cost. Services include
- TalkNow: 24/7, on demand emotional support.
- Scheduled Counseling: Select the day, time, and mental health provider of your choice (6 visits per year).
- Health Coaching: Support for developing healthy behaviors.
- Self-Care Content: 24/7 access to self-care tools and resources, such as meditation and yoga sessions, helpful videos, and short articles from experts.
Immediate Emergency Assistance
Emergency Medical Services: 911
National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988
Veterans Crisis Line: 1.800.273.8255, PRESS 1
National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800.799.7233
New Horizons Mental Health Services: 740.687.0835
Crisis Line: 740.687.TALK (8255)
Crisis Text Line: 741741
Mental Health Services