Counseling and Support
College and campus-wide mental health resources are available to students, faculty, and staff.
As a community of scholars, leaders, learners, and practitioners, the College of Education is committed to advancing efforts that lead to safer and healthier communities for children and adults.
College-based Counseling
Abby Simpson, our counselor in academic residence (CARE), is available to provide mental health assistance. Call 512-232-6862 and ask to schedule a CARE appointment. Please include your name, EID and contact number should you need to leave a voicemail. Students may also contact the Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC), (512) 471-3515 and ask to be scheduled with Abby directly.
All services are confidential and no information will be shared without written consent.
University Resources
Counseling and Mental Health Center
Student Health Crisis Line: (512) 471-2255
Counseling and Mental Health Center provides counseling, psychiatric, consultation, and prevention services that facilitate students’ academic and life goals and enhance their personal growth and well-being. (512) 471-3515
Student Outreach and Support
Through individualized consultation, Student Outreach and Support provides assistance, intervention, and referrals to support students navigating challenging or unexpected issues that impact their well-being and academic success.
The fastest way to get assistance is to go to SSB 4.400, Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
512-471-5017 (Mon.-Fri., 8-4:30)
512-232-5050 (24/7) – Behavior Concerns Advice Line
Student Ombuds
Staff in the Student Ombuds Office will listen to your concerns about life at the university and confidentially discuss interpersonal difficulties, university policies, university bureaucracy, and conflict resolution techniques.
Title IX Office
Provides leadership and support around Title IX regulations and implement best practices for preventing sexual discrimination and gender-based violence at the University of Texas at Austin.
