Counseling Services

The Health and Counseling Center offers short-term counseling. Counseling is free and available to all full-time undergraduate Carthage students. Appointments can be made by calling 262-551-5710. 

Our providers are here to help students with challenges that can be resolved with short-term, solution-focused counseling. If the issue is more serious, our providers will help students find the best community resources.

In-person and teletherapy options are available for students. Call us at 262-551-5710 to learn more about this or to schedule a session.

Hours

Monday-Friday
8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. when classes are in session
*Hours may change as our team makes adjustments to meet the needs of the campus community

Walk-in appointments
Available Monday-Friday 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. during the fall and spring semesters. The last appointment starts at 12:30 p.m.
Walk-in sessions are first-come, first-seen.

Uwill

Carthage students also have access to Uwill, a leading online mental health platform for colleges and universities. Uwill offers services 24/7 and there are licensed counselors available in every state. 

Learn more about Uwill services

Services

Individual counseling allows for appointments with a counselor to address a specific concern(s) through solution-focused therapy to identify and reach your goals. Individual counseling sessions are by appointment only. 

Groups and workshops allow for students to connect with others who have similar experiences. Groups and workshops are a great way to gain support while working towards goals. If you’re interested in learning more about joining our groups or workshops, please contact the HCC for a group screening. 

Walk-in counseling allows for brief and targeted time with a counselor to explore a specific concern, try counseling out, or for immediate coping. 

Light Box Therapy is a new service available to students who might be experiencing seasonal depression or depression symptoms. Light therapy works by mimicking natural light which may help balance serotonin, a neurotransmitter that helps functions such as mood, sleep, and other biological processes. Treatment generally begins with 20 to 30 minutes of light box treatment. Most people may benefit from using light therapy early in the day, typically within the first few waking hours of the morning. To schedule a light box therapy appointment, please call the HCC at 262-551-5710 or stop in the office. 

Challenges often addressed during counseling

• Managing emotions such as anxiety, depression, guilt, grief, and anger
• Personal, family, and relationship challenges
• Traumatic experiences
• Educational and academic goals
• Problems with sleep
• Difficulty with alcohol or other substances
• Sexual, emotional, and physical abuse

The Health and Counseling Center does not offer 24-hour services. If you need after-hours or crisis care assistance, please refer to the After Hours and Crisis Care page.

Consultations and Outreach

The Health and Counseling Center offers additional services to the entire Carthage community, including consultation for students, faculty, staff, and concerned others. For more information or to request a consultation, please call 262-551-5710.

The Health and Counseling Center provides educational outreach on various mental health and wellness topics. To request an outreach, please complete the Outreach Request Form. The HCC aims to provide outreach services to the Carthage community, however, may not be able to commit to every outreach request as priority is made to serve our students and community through direct client care. HCC staff do not complete interviews for class projects during the school year but may be able to do so in June or August. 

Carthage faculty and staff with concerns about a student’s wellness, mental health, or challenging personal situation can submit an alert through Navigate. Learn more about Navigate and how to submit an alert.

As a part of the HCC confidentiality practices and procedures, HCC staff may not be able to take action on the alert. If immediate action is required, contact the Dean of Students Office by calling 262-551-5800 during business hours. You may also contact Public Safety at 262-551-5911 at any time. Visit the After Hours and Crisis Care page to learn more about other crisis resources. 

Off-Campus Mental Health Providers

Below you will find a shortlist of mental health providers in the Kenosha area. It is the student’s responsibility to check with their health insurance to determine if the provider is within their network, as well as confirm insurance benefits and eligibility.