Personal Counseling
Personal counseling is available to students and staff at no charge. Short term counseling is provided. If it is decided that long term counseling would be beneficial, a referral will be made to an outside agency.
To schedule an appointment for personal counseling, submit a Counseling Services Intake Form.
To schedule an appointment for personal counseling, submit a Counseling Services Intake Form.
Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) Referral Form – to report a concern or issue to the critical incident team
Counseling Services Intake Form – please complete and submit prior to your appointment
Counseling Related Links
Crisis/Suicide Help | Description |
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Effective July 16, 2022: call 988 1-800-273-TALK (8255) TTY: 1-800-799-4889 Crisis Text Line: Text START to 741-741 | 24/7 phone/online chat support for people in emotional distress. |
Resources for dealing with suicide. |
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Support for LGBTQ youth. Online chat. |
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Crisis Text Line Text "741741" Or message to Facebook.com/crisistextline | Organization that serves over 20 counties in northern Michigan. |
Connects veterans to Veteran Affairs responders 24/7. Confidential online chat also available |
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Transgender Crisis Hotline 877-565-8860 | Anonymous assistance for transgendered individuals or others in need of support resources. |
Area Community Resources | Description |
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A statewide database of housing assistance agencies. |
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There are several food pantries and food banks in the state of Michigan. With help from users, the folks at foodpantries.org has compiled a list |
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Connects people in need with people who can help. Live chat available M-F 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Use the searchable community directory. |
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Directory of community resources organized by county. |
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Women’s Shelter located in Grayling, MI |
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Family resources guide for the Charlevoix, MI area |
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SNAP-The Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 temporarily expands student eligibility for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, (SNAP) otherwise known in Michigan as the Food Assistance Program (FAP). Under this act, the federal government has authorized MDHHS to allow two new temporary exemptions for students enrolled at least half time or more in an institution of higher education. Applications can be completed completely online. |
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Broadband discount-If you qualify for the Pell Grant or SNAP you also may be eligible for the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. |
Alcohol, Drug, Substance Abuse | Description |
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Information for those with a drinking problem. |
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For those worried about someone with a drinking problem. |
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Lion’s Den (989) 275-0929 | Religious-based addiction recovery center in Roscommon, MI. |
Information and resources for substance abuse. |
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Opiate/drug addiction recovery center located in Gaylord, MI |
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Enter your zip code to find local treatment facilities for substance or mental health disorders. |
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault | Description |
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Excellent resource for reporting and supporting victims of sexual assault. |
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Michigan 24-Hour Sexual Assault Hotline 1-855-VOICES4 | A hotline staffed by professional crisis counselors to connect victims with resources. |
National website for victims of domestic violence. |
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Get help from trained advocates for those experience domestic violence. |
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A national resource hub relating to all aspects of sexual violence. |
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Helpful information for those suffering abuse/violence. Online chat available. |
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Women’s Shelter located in Grayling, MI. |
Eating Disorders | Description |
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Helpline, online chat, and screening tool for those affected by an ED. |
Education & Literacy | Description |
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List of nearby adult education/GED programs in northeast Michigan. |
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Reading assistance/tutoring for children and adults. |
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Questioning (LGBTQ) | Description |
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Resources to support LGBT students on college campuses. |
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LGBTQ resource list. |
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Support for LGBTQ youth. Support is available by chat, phone, or text 24/7. |
Mental Health/Grief | Description |
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Wellness resources for college students. |
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Helpful information to understand mental health conditions. |
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This site is a general overview of bipolar disorder. |
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Email support groups for adults and children; resource page. |
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An online resource for anyone dealing with loss. |
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An online resource for coping with grief and loss. |