{"id":7,"date":"2023-04-10T10:04:33","date_gmt":"2023-04-10T15:04:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/?page_id=7"},"modified":"2026-10-08T10:55:19","modified_gmt":"2026-10-08T15:55:19","slug":"mental-health-counseling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/","title":{"rendered":"Mental Health Counseling Services"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need Help Now?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you or someone you know needs urgent or immediate assistance, please call 512-472-HELP (4357), 911, or 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline). <a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/mental-health-resources\/#crisis-intervention\">Click here for additional crisis support and suicide prevention resources<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:21px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mental Health Counseling Services Request<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-regular\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>Service<\/th>\n<th>Description<\/th>\n<th>Request<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>ACC Mental Health Counseling<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Meet with an ACC mental health counselor in person or virtually for free.<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/cm.maxient.com\/reportingform.php?AustinCC&amp;layout_id=114\"><strong>Request Counseling<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>TimelyCare<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Get 24\/7 live support chat and virtual scheduled counseling for free<\/td>\n<td><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/timelycare.com\/austincc\">Access TimelyCare<\/a>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div style=\"height:22px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Find the Support That\u2019s Right for You<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\">\n<table class=\"has-fixed-layout\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>I am interested in counseling with an ACC Counselor. \u2192<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/cm.maxient.com\/reportingform.php?AustinCC&amp;layout_id=114\"><strong>ACC Mental Health Counseling<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I want to schedule virtual counseling. \u2192<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/cm.maxient.com\/reportingform.php?AustinCC&amp;layout_id=114\"><strong>ACC virtual mental health counseling<\/strong><\/a><strong> or <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/timelycare.com\/austincc\"><strong>TimelyCare<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I might need medication, a diagnosis, or additional clinical support. \u2192<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/utexas.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_b7rCNcXPvlQKhjE?Q_CHL=qr\"><strong>Amplify Center<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I am looking for a group, workshop, or event. \u2192<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/counseling-groups\/\"><strong>Counseling Groups and Events<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>I want self-help or wellness resources. \u2192<\/td>\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/mental-health-resources\/\"><strong>Mental Health Resources<\/strong><\/a><strong> or <\/strong><a href=\"http:\/\/timelycare.com\/austincc\"><strong>TimelyCare<\/strong><\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p><div class=\"cta\" style=\"float:;\"><div class=\"title_wrapper\"><div class=\"callout_icon\"><i class=\"fas fa-info\"><\/i><\/div><div class=\"callout_title\"><h3>Announcements<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Fall 2026 counseling appointments are now available. <\/strong>Students must be registered for Fall classes to be eligible for services.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><div class=\"clear\"><\/div><\/p>\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ACC Mental Health Counseling<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ACC Mental Health Counseling offers free, confidential, short-term counseling for eligible students. Services are available in person at select campuses or virtually.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/cm.maxient.com\/reportingform.php?AustinCC&amp;layout_id=114\">Request Counseling<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">Who is eligible for ACC\u2019s mental health counseling?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Students currently enrolled (Credit, College Readiness, or Community Education students)<\/li>\n<li>Physically located in Texas<\/li>\n<li>Not presently receiving counseling from an outside counselor<\/li>\n<li>Available to students 18 and older<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For students under 18, we can connect you to community resources.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">What counseling services are available?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Initial assessment of needs<\/li>\n<li>Short-term, goal-oriented counseling<\/li>\n<li>12 sessions in a twelve month period<\/li>\n<li>Individual and group counseling<\/li>\n<li>Academic stress support<\/li>\n<li>Mental health educational programs and workshops<\/li>\n<li>Referral services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">What can an ACC mental health counselor help me with?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mild to moderate anxiety, depression, and stress management<\/li>\n<li>Grief and loss<\/li>\n<li>Managing symptoms of trauma<\/li>\n<li>Self-esteem concerns<\/li>\n<li>Identity development issues<\/li>\n<li>Adjustment issues such as transitioning to college life or new life circumstances<\/li>\n<li>Academic-related concerns including attention, motivation, perfectionism, test anxiety, or self-management<\/li>\n<li>Relationship concerns including break-ups, conflict, communication, assertiveness, and family issues<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">When might ACC refer me to another provider?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While we support as many students as possible, some needs fall outside of what we can provide. We provide referral assistance to connect you with specialized care for the following needs:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Disordered eating<\/li>\n<li>Substance use disorders<\/li>\n<li>Complex trauma<\/li>\n<li>Chronic or severe symptoms of depression, anxiety, and PTSD<\/li>\n<li>Personality Disorders<\/li>\n<li>Psychosis, hallucinations, mania, or delusions<\/li>\n<li>Testing for ADHD, autism, or learning differences<\/li>\n<li>Diagnosis for accommodations, benefits, or specialized care<\/li>\n<li>Ongoing care after hospitalization for mental health issues<\/li>\n<li>Medication management or psychiatric services<\/li>\n<li>Court-mandated or Child Protective Services counseling documentation<\/li>\n<li>Requests for letters of support, including, but not limited to: scholarship letters, emotional support animals, and accommodations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<div style=\"height:19px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24\/7 Virtual Mental Health Support with TimelyCare<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ACC is proud to expand virtual mental health counseling services. Eligible students can get free, around-the-clock mental health services for non-emergencies through our partnership with TimelyCare. TimelyCare offers:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Scheduled virtual counseling&nbsp;<\/li>\n<li>TalkNow (24\/7\/365 mental health support)<\/li>\n<li>Digital self-care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"http:\/\/timelycare.com\/austincc\">Access TimelyCare<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:18px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Clinical Support with Amplify Center<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Amplify Center is a partnership between ACC and UT Health Austin for individuals ages 16 to 29 with mild to moderate mental health needs. Services are available at ACC\u2019s Eastview Campus or virtually.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">What services does Amplify provide?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Mental health diagnosis to understand symptoms<\/li>\n<li>Meeting with a psychiatrist to discuss treatment options or medication management<\/li>\n<li>Employment and educational support<\/li>\n<li>Peer support<\/li>\n<li>Resource connection and care navigation<\/li>\n<li>Therapy and psychosocial skill building<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For more information, call or email 512-223-5095 <a href=\"mailto:amplify@austin.utexas.edu\"><strong>amplify@austin.utexas.edu<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/utexas.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_b7rCNcXPvlQKhjE?Q_CHL=qr\">Get started with Amplify<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:14px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Team<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ACC\u2019s Mental Health Counseling team includes licensed professionals with a variety of specialities who are dedicated to supporting students\u2019 mental health and well-being. Get to know the clinicians who provide counseling services across the College and learn more about their backgrounds, areas of focus, and approach to supporting students.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button secondary-btn\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/students.austincc.edu\/mental-health-counseling\/meet-the-clinicians\/\">Meet the Mental Health Counseling Team<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:84px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<div class=\"embed-responsive  embed-responsive-16by9\">\n<div class=\"iframe-container\">\n<div class=\"iframe-container\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"embed-responsive-item\"   class=\"embed-responsive-item\"   title=\"ACC Mental Health Counseling Services Overview\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/vAWNc-4eg4Q?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ACC Faculty and Staff: Request a Presentation or Outreach<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use this form to request a Basic Needs Systems team member to participate in a tabling or outreach event or deliver a presentation.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button secondary-btn\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/form.asana.com\/?k=p_MyxSYR5bFDy2gi3pxg3g&amp;d=88303944259432\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Submit Request<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Additional Note: Per\u200b&nbsp;\u200b<a href=\"https:\/\/click-1754894.icptrack.com\/icp\/relay.php?r=84133607&amp;msgid=410512&amp;act=3EDF&amp;c=1754894&amp;pid=903400&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttps-3A__links-2D1.govdelivery.com_CL0_https-3A-252F-252Fcapitol.texas.gov-252Ftlodocs-252F89R-252Fbilltext-252Fhtml-252FHB04224F.htm_1_0100019b0a602e55-2D779e2a83-2D8e9d-2D4bdb-2Da81e-2D118e28c328d5-2D000000_TqxzjwpRuaMsaQjPR4fkfzrk44SmEC5fYVdsq1sYnvY-3D435%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DeuGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM%26r%3DHqf2PoqjKBcpBIkbFgSyi15ZkrJszq9acwIXAK4Ax_YFKY-Fu99MNlQKyICoOShM%26m%3DlPkb0SqvO05M0pq7lRbSOmCe0pIJOs0gwgPTp6cTuJglV6y_qy0qOdrEeDGfit0I%26s%3DNxVFQ724C1AvG1G85CNcWYYoDJFfrS8dk5wscRyj29o%26e%3D&amp;cf=26771&amp;v=d32e73fdb26e7b06e971316eb37efe0dffc08eff34f8df9aaadb5a0574bae3c9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">House Bill 4224 (89th Regular Session<\/a>&nbsp;per&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/click-1754894.icptrack.com\/icp\/relay.php?r=84133607&amp;msgid=410512&amp;act=3EDF&amp;c=1754894&amp;pid=903400&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fstatutes.capitol.texas.gov%2FDocs%2FHS%2Fhtm%2FHS.181.htm%23181.105&amp;cf=26771&amp;v=21969acb2c07b1ff8e7f050fae30fa54913b467085e0a289a2c54a727a340d97\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Section 181.105 of the Health and Safety Code<\/a>, clients can request their health care records from the licensee\u200b (their counselor),\u200b&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/click-1754894.icptrack.com\/icp\/relay.php?r=84133607&amp;msgid=410512&amp;act=3EDF&amp;c=1754894&amp;pid=903400&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Fbhec.texas.gov%2Fcontact-us%2F&amp;cf=26771&amp;v=940bf72a7ba953d31c154658fe52ee8b030e7357fd9e7541436d826827a70093\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">can contact the Council<\/a>; and\u200b&nbsp;can file a consumer complaint with the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/click-1754894.icptrack.com\/icp\/relay.php?r=84133607&amp;msgid=410512&amp;act=3EDF&amp;c=1754894&amp;pid=903400&amp;destination=https%3A%2F%2Furldefense.proofpoint.com%2Fv2%2Furl%3Fu%3Dhttps-3A__links-2D1.govdelivery.com_CL0_https-3A-252F-252Fwww.texasattorneygeneral.gov-252Fconsumer-2Dprotection_1_0100019b0a602e55-2D779e2a83-2D8e9d-2D4bdb-2Da81e-2D118e28c328d5-2D000000_wuvZQpt2fO3nIjTPxO-5FenIUUmCkepH6uabsi0iGEu3Q-3D435%26d%3DDwMFaQ%26c%3DeuGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM%26r%3DHqf2PoqjKBcpBIkbFgSyi15ZkrJszq9acwIXAK4Ax_YFKY-Fu99MNlQKyICoOShM%26m%3DlPkb0SqvO05M0pq7lRbSOmCe0pIJOs0gwgPTp6cTuJglV6y_qy0qOdrEeDGfit0I%26s%3D00WNZZ_rTBEkZyyRUznAkMJs71RSQEKSYDDPiODgt98%26e%3D&amp;cf=26771&amp;v=9571bc228bbd90be6ffb654ecc4230813e659ecad3036a8baf1192cc6bae35cc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u200bOffice of Attorney General\u2019s Consumer Protection webpage<\/a>. 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