Harper College is closed on Friday, April 18, for Reading Day.
Be your best self! Personal Counseling is a process of self-discovery and growth. Licensed clinical mental health therapists can help you increase self-confidence, improve relationships, solve problems/conflicts, and make good decisions for your overall well-being. We offer short-term support related to stress reduction, motivation, and well-being techniques to help students achieve their educational goals.
Welltrack Boost is a self-guided and interactive way to manage your mental well-being. It is an online tool designed to help you understand your feelings of stress, anxiety, or depression. Students are able to monitor their mood, assess their mental health and connect with campus resources. Welltrack Boost is confidential, anonymous, and secure. It is easy to use right on your phone, tablet, or computer. All students have free access to mental health support through Welltrack Boost, in addition to support services provided by counseling services!
Through the online platform Togetherall, you can access free, anonymous, peer-to-peer mental health support 24/7/365 from any device with an internet connection. It provides a safe space to share your thoughts, connect with others who understand your experiences, and find support at any time. You can also complete self-paced courses, self-assessments, and explore other wellbeing resources to take control of your mental health in a way that feels most comfortable to you—while even having the chance to help others along the way.
Recent events such as devastating disasters, the elimination of the constitutional right to abortion access, medical issues, spiking inflation, mass shootings, and other acts of violence, can contribute to stress and trauma. There are specific things you can do to help yourself and your loved ones cope with the emotional aftermath of stress and trauma. Coping mechanisms are strategies people often use in the face of stress and/or trauma to help manage painful or difficult emotions.
There are many options for coping – start exploring the resources below and reach out to Counseling Services for additional support!
Feeling like you're overwhelmed with stress? Looking for tips to help with relationships? Our Counselors have created resources that are available anytime, right here and just for you!
Stress Management
Mindfulness
Relationships
If you need support, there are many local resources available to help with food, housing, healthcare, and other essential needs. Whether you're looking for a food bank, emergency shelter, or financial assistance, this list connects you with organizations that can provide guidance and relief.