In our efforts to provide quicker access to services to students who need support in problem solving a specific issue and not necessarily ongoing therapy, we are offering same-day 30-minute consultations with one of our clinicians. These are meant to be one-time consultation sessions to clarify your goals for treatment and problem solve a specific concern.

Emergency Contacts

Psychological Emergency Clinician (PEC): 617-552–3310, extension 2

To make an appointment:

Contact:

Call 617-552-3310  
Emergency contacts outside Monday–Friday, 8:45–4:00 p.m. should call
617–552–3310, press option 2, to speak with the Psychological Emergency Clinician.


Hours:

Monday through Friday 8:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.


Location:

University Counseling Services
Gasson Hall 001
140 Commonwealth Ave, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467

 

Same-Day Consultation:

In our efforts to provide quicker access to services to students who need support in problem solving a specific issue and not necessarily ongoing therapy, we are offering same-day 30-minute consultations with one of our clinicians. These are meant to be one-time consultation sessions to clarify your goals for treatment and problem solve a specific concern (e.g., advice on roommate or relationship conflict, how to best manage stress, coping skills regarding anxiety, help making a decision). The consultation meeting is designed to be goal-oriented so that you can leave with set of next steps. If a student wants/needs a follow up in the future, they can call and request another one-time, same-day consultation.

Keep in mind:

  • Appointments are only scheduled for the same-day and are first come, first served
  • This is a one-time consultation and is not meant for ongoing psychotherapy
  • Any follow ups may be with a different clinician
  • It will help to have an identified goal in mind
  • Arrive to the session 10-15 minutes early to fill out demographic and clinical information

Triage:

If a student is looking for short to mid-term counseling or needs help figuring out what treatment is most appropriate, they can schedule a 20-minute triage phone appointment, during which a clinician will gather information regarding the primary concern and collaborate with the student to make appropriate treatment recommendations (e.g., short-term individual therapy at UCS, group therapy at UCS, off campus therapy, or other campus resources).

Keep in mind:

  • Find a quiet and private space to receive the 20-minute phone call from UCS
  • This is a quick assessment of your clinical needs and not a full evaluation session
  • There could be multiple outcomes including suggestion for group therapy, off campus referral, short term psychotherapy, or other campus or web-based resources
Note: You cannot make an appointment for another person. All appointments must be made by the person seeking counseling. You can make an appointment to consult with a counselor regarding concerns about another person.



 
 

 

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