Students who prefer to receive counseling services at a location other than the Round Rock Campus are encouraged to utilize our virtual counseling options<\/strong>, which remain available to ensure flexibility and accessibility. <\/p>\n Scheduling for Fall 2026 services opens\u00a0August 10<\/strong>, with appointments beginning\u00a0August 24<\/strong>. Please note that students must be registered for Fall classes to be eligible for mental health services.\u00a0<\/p>\n The Austin Community College Mental Health Counseling team provides counseling services to support ACC students’ personal, emotional, and mental health needs.<\/p>\n Services are available by appointment at no cost to students who meet the following criteria: currently enrolled in a semester (Credit, Adult Education, Continuing Education), physically located in Texas, and not presently receiving counseling from an outside counselor. <\/p>\n These services can include:<\/strong><\/p>\n Note<\/strong>: Effective August 1, 2025, MHCS will no longer offer counseling sessions to students under 18. Community resource referrals will still be available.<\/p>\n Austin Community College Mental Health Counselors are dedicated to providing ethical, confidential, and student-centered care. Our Licensed Professional Counselors and Licensed Clinical Social Work Counselors adhere to the highest standards of their respective licensing boards and are committed to supporting the mental well-being of our diverse student body.<\/p>\n Following an initial intake assessment, counseling sessions are offered based on individual student needs. To ensure ethical mental health support, we also provide community referral assistance for students needing long-term counseling. This includes help in identifying providers who offer cost-effective options or who accept the student\u2019s insurance.<\/p>\n Concerns commonly treated include, but are not limited to the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n While we are here to support as many students as possible, some services fall outside of what we can ethically and sustainably provide. We provide referral assistance for the following types of care:<\/p>\n Note:<\/strong> The counselor holds professional discretion to terminate and\/or end the session(s).<\/p>\n Mental Health Resources<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Counseling Groups and Events<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n Meet the Team<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n ACC is proud to expand virtual mental health counseling services this semester. Eligible students can get free, around-the-clock mental health services through our partnership with TimelyCare<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Whether you\u2019re dealing with mid-semester stress or need medical advice after hours, support is just a click away. TimelyCare provides a secure, virtual platform for on-demand care\u2014whenever and wherever you need it. Here\u2019s what you can expect: <\/p>\n Getting help is simple and completely confidential. You can access these services through the TimelyCare website<\/a> using your ACC email address. <\/p>\n If you need help with eligibility or have questions about our wellness programs, please complete the Basic Needs System referral form <\/a>for assistance.<\/p>\n ACC is proud to offer clinical mental health services for young adult students through the Amplify Center<\/a> located at the ACC Eastview Campus<\/p>\n The Center is a partnership between ACC and UT Health Austin \u2014 the clinical practice of the Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin. It\u2019s designed for qualifying individuals (those who are between the ages of 16 and 29) with mild to moderate mental health needs. Services are offered in face-to-face, phone, and virtual formats and include:<\/p>\n To get started, fill out this form<\/a>. For additional questions regarding Amplify services, please call 512-223-5095 or email us at amplify@austin.utexas.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n Use this form to request a Basic Needs Systems team member to participate in a tabling or outreach event or deliver a presentation.<\/p>\nAbout our Mental Health Services<\/h2>\n
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