Student Counseling Center

Student Counseling Center (SCC) is open remotely for mental health services

We want to support you in this time of stress and anxiety that can be caused by the evolving situation with COVID-19. The Student Counseling Center is currently working remotely and will continue to remain open during the Fall semester.

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If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911.

If you are in crisis and need to speak to a mental health professional, call UTD TALK (972)-883-8255.

Comet Chat

We are now offering 15-minute consultations with SCC mental health professionals. Please click HERE to learn more about Comet Chat.

New/Returning Clients

If you are interested in mental health services during the Fall semester, you can email [email protected]. We will respond to your message within 1 business day.

The SCC provides mental health counseling and psychiatric services to currently enrolled students and does not offer academic advising/counseling. If you are interested in speaking to an academic advisor or have questions about registering for courses, you can find your advisor HERE

Current SCC Psychiatry Clients

If you would like to schedule a psychiatric follow up appointment, have medication concerns/questions, or need refills on current prescriptions, please email psychiatry directly at [email protected].

How to prepare for a virtual session

• Create a Microsoft Teams account utilizing your UTD netid and password
• Ensure you have a working computer/phone and wi-fi (if needed)
• Find a private and quiet space where you feel comfortable talking
• Be available and ready to engage in session at your scheduled day/time

Additional resources

UTD Resources

Emotional Wellness & COVID-19

Latest COVID-19 Updates

Texas Health and Human Services has launched a 24/7 statewide mental health support line to help Texans experiencing anxiety, stress or emotional challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic.This new resource offers COVID-19-related mental health support for all Texans. People can call the Statewide COVID-19 Mental Health Support Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week toll-free at 833-986-1919.

Please follow our social media with updates on future online workshops and updated resources.

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Students taking medication

If you are currently taking prescription medication, continue to take the medication as prescribed unless directed otherwise by your physician. If you are concerned about the quantity of your remaining supply, check the bottle which will usually specify how many refills are remaining, or you can contact the pharmacy to confirm if refills are available. If you will be needing refills, contact your physician's office at least several days (preferably longer) before you would otherwise run out, to allow them time to respond

Self care during campus closure

Take a walk outside, exercise by accessing a you tube channel or other social media

Communicate with others online or by phone, in person using social distancing

Keep a daily routine, Meals, classes, study time, relaxation time. Having a schedule helps us contain emotions and feel a sense of control.

Organize your space to feel more comfortable

Take up an activity that requires use of your body and mind, which can give you an emotional break: knitting, art, playing an instrument, etc.

Start a journal about what this experience is like for you. But be sure to end your daily entry with 3 good things about the day, however small, to help keep your spirits up.

Maintain perspective. While this is a HUGE event for all of us, remind yourself of what’s good in your life and what’s important: health, friends, being able to continue towards your degree, religion, and spirituality.

Access TAO (https://thepath.taoconnect.org/) for self help

Access Workshops (Student Counseling Center Youtube)

Comet Cast feat Dr. Kimberly Burdine (Destigmatizing Mental Health)

Download Thrive app at the App Store or Google Play for resiliency and self care tips

Services We Are Unable to Provide

• Long-term therapy/treatment
• Disability & ADD/ADHD assessments
• Court mandated therapy
• Welfare checks
• Letters for emotional support animals

Mental Health Facilities