The Counseling Services Office and the Health Services Center have a team of professionals working to ensure the mental and physical well-being of students.

Students can schedule appointments online or walk in during operating hours. Counseling services are free for most students, ensuring accessibility regardless of financial status.

“Our role is to create a safe space for students to navigate academic pressures, personal struggles or anxieties,” said Nicole D’Alesandro, licensed professional counselor on South Campus. “The counselors on all the campuses provide free, short-term personal counseling to currently enrolled students, 18 years or older.”

Student Jacob Saldana struggles with anxiety and has found the services helpful.

“I never thought I’d need therapy, but the counselors here have helped me navigate some really tough times,” he said.

At NE Health Services, registered nurse Tammy Etters dispenses over-the-counter medication and answers student inquiries.

“We handle everything from routine checkups and immunizations to addressing minor illnesses and injuries,” she said. “We want students to know that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.”

Student Valerya Velasquez said she has benefited from the health center resources.

“It’s comforting to know there’s a place on campus where I can get immediate medical attention without having to navigate the complexities of off-campus health care,” she said.

Juan Olivera, mental health counselor on TR Campus, emphasized the importance of accessibility to mental health resources.

“Personally, I became a counselor because of my own struggles with depression and anxiety as a teenager,” Olivera said. “I sought help through counseling, and I was able to overcome and manage those challenges. While it can be a stressful career at times, the rewards are worth it.”