{"id":52635,"date":"2026-08-28T15:13:26","date_gmt":"2026-08-28T20:13:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/?p=52635"},"modified":"2026-08-28T15:13:28","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T20:13:28","slug":"monthly-mental-health-tips-for-august","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/2026\/08\/28\/monthly-mental-health-tips-for-august\/","title":{"rendered":"Monthly Mental Health Tips for August"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The start of the semester can be exciting \u2014 new classes, new goals, and a fresh start. It can also be hectic as you adjust to new schedules, assignments, work, and everything else competing for your time.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you settle into the semester, remember to make your mental health a priority, too. Taking care of yourself doesn\u2019t have to mean making major changes. Small habits \u2014 taking a break, getting outside, connecting with someone you trust, or just noticing when you\u2019re feeling overwhelmed \u2014 can help you manage stress and stay grounded this fall.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each month, ACC will share practical mental health tips and highlight resources available to support you throughout the semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/file\/d\/1iGBQABzFYySnUcSbWSOJdRfvkbzYcxUS\/view\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"656\" src=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/August-Monthly-Mental-Health-Tips-Infographic-1-1024x656.png\" alt=\"3 Mental Health Tips for August. \n\n1. Check in with yourself. Take a few minutes each day to notice how you\u2019re feeling. Stress and anxiety can sneak up on you fast. Use ACC\u2019s Mental Health Self-Support Guide for daily quick tips, coping strategies, and other mental health resources. \n2. Build in small breaks. When school, work, and other responsibilities pile up, it can be tempting to keep pushing through. Even a short break can help you reset. Step away from your screen, take a short walk, stretch, or spend a few minutes doing something you enjoy. \n3. Ask for support when you need it. You don\u2019t have to wait until you\u2019re in crisis to talk with a mental health professional. Counseling can be a place to work through stress, anxiety, relationships, grief, academic pressures, or anything else affecting your well-being.\n\" class=\"wp-image-52637\" srcset=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/August-Monthly-Mental-Health-Tips-Infographic-1-1024x656.png 1024w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/August-Monthly-Mental-Health-Tips-Infographic-1-300x192.png 300w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/August-Monthly-Mental-Health-Tips-Infographic-1-768x492.png 768w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/August-Monthly-Mental-Health-Tips-Infographic-1-1080x692.png 1080w, https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/infohub\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/35\/2026\/08\/August-Monthly-Mental-Health-Tips-Infographic-1.png 1206w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mental Health Support at ACC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Currently enrolled ACC students have access to free, short-term mental health counseling services. Licensed mental health counselors can provide support and help you navigate challenges that may be affecting your personal life or academic success. You can meet with a mental health counselor on campus or virtually. <a href=\"https:\/\/cm.maxient.com\/reportingform.php?AustinCC&amp;layout_id=114\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click here to request an appointment<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24\/7 Virtual Mental Health Counseling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re working or attending classes during the day and need a convenient, virtual counseling option, we got you! We\u2019ve partnered with <strong>TimelyCare<\/strong>, and it\u2019s a great way to get the support you need when you need it. Whether you need to talk to someone late at night, on a weekend, or around a busy work schedule, you can connect with a virtual mental health counselor anytime, anywhere, through your TimelyCare account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/timelycare.com\/austincc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>timelycare.com\/austincc<\/strong><\/a> and log in with your ACC student email to get started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Therapeutic and Wellness Groups<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">New this fall, Mental Health Counseling Services has launched two new therapeutic and wellness groups:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/acrobat.adobe.com\/id\/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:0de7bf4e-e784-4f37-b8a9-8fc76cab0803\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Therapeutic Tabletop RPG Group<\/strong><\/a>, featuring Dungeons &amp; Dragons gameplay<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/acrobat.adobe.com\/id\/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:b85787dd-8484-4a76-a219-2d48b29bcbcd\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Campus Craft Corner<\/strong><\/a>, a creative wellness group centered on beginner-friendly crafts and emotional well-being<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Both groups give students a low-pressure way to connect with others, build coping skills, and support their mental health in a group setting. No previous experience with Dungeons &amp; Dragons or crafting is required.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Looking for other mental health support? Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/austincc.edu\/mentalhealth\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>austincc.edu\/mentalhealth<\/strong><\/a> to learn more about mental health counseling, events, and resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The start of the semester can be exciting \u2014 new classes, new goals, and a fresh start. It can also be hectic as you adjust to new schedules, assignments, work, and everything else competing for your time.&nbsp; As you settle into the semester, remember to make your mental health a priority, too. 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