Mental Health Support Center (MHSC)
Oberlin College's Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Expands Mental Health Support
Oberlin College's Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) has expanded its mental health support services to cater to the wellbeing of its students. The services primarily focus on assessment and short-term counseling, but additional resources are also available.
Walk-In Services
CAPS offers free psychological support on a walk-in basis for urgent needs. While the specifics of these services are not detailed, they aim to address immediate concerns promptly.
Individual Counseling
Short-term individual counseling is provided by psychologists to support students' mental health. Sessions last 50 minutes each.
Group Counseling
Group counseling sessions are available, with durations ranging between 50-80 minutes. However, further details about these sessions are not explicitly provided.
Teletherapy
The availability of teletherapy options is not explicitly stated in the current data. For teletherapy access, students are advised to sign up using their OCC email through the UWill partnership.
Psychiatric Services
The data does not confirm whether psychiatric or medication management services are offered through CAPS. However, psychiatric services are available three days a week, provided by University Hospitals of Cleveland.
Case Management/Referrals
While CAPS offers free psychological support for assessment and counseling, the details on case management or specific referrals are not mentioned.
Educational Outreach Programs
No information about outreach programs or workshops from CAPS is cited in the search results.
Referrals and Consultations
CAPS facilitates referrals to support services on and off campus. The Community Resources page provides more information. CAPS staff also welcomes consultations with faculty, staff, parents, and students who have concerns about someone else.
For further clarification on services such as group therapy, couples counseling, or educational outreach programs, it is recommended to contact Oberlin CAPS directly.
Science-related mental health resources can be found in Oberlin College's Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) health-and-wellness program. Beyond individual counseling, group counseling and walk-in services are also available for immediate needs.
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