Appendix 2
IU BLOOMINGTON
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS):
Students receive
- an initial 30-minute CAPS Now appointment,
- two free follow-up 50-minute appointments, and
- two free 50-minute appointments for each subsequent semester.
Following the free appointments, students pay up to $25 for each appointment. Additional CAPS sessions are $70 for a full session and $50 for a half session.
Other services include:
- Couples therapy
- Group therapy *#
- Telehealth for individual and group counseling sessions *
- Psychiatry #
- Initial visit: $80
- Additional visits: $70 per session
- ADHD screening
- Eight online self-assessments to gauge mental health
- Online workshops (recordings of past sessions available)
* Student must live in Indiana
# Student must have a counselor referral
Private rooms for sessions are available to individuals who have limited internet access or who lack a confidential space. CAPS has a partnership with The Shrink Space to provide online referrals to services in the clients’ community. Referrals for students to CAPS are also available online for concerned students and staff to fill out.
Online support groups are available specifically for graduate students – some free and others costing $15-35 per session – as well as an online resource library, a fee reduction application, and workshops upon request.
For multicultural students, an outreach program called Let’s Talk exists. The program has two sections: Let’s Keep Talking and Let’s Talk Now. Let’s Keep Talking provides professional counseling sessions as part of the CAPS counseling allotments. Let’s Talk Now provides informal conversations emphasizing self-understanding and solutions to problems.
CAPS also provides sexual assault services through Sexual Assault Crisis Service (SACS). These services include consultation, group therapy, individual therapy, assistance for medical referrals, support group, and confidential victim advocates. Additionally, the Office for Sexual Violence Prevention and Victim Advocacy and Stop Sexual Violence are available to students.
For challenges with eating and exercise, CAPS offers services through the Coalition for Overcoming Problem Eating/Exercise. These include initial assessments, individual therapy, group therapy, workshops, nutrition consultation, and medical assessments.
Other counseling resources include the free WellTrack app and embedded counselors in specific schools (Department of Chemistry, O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs, Jacobs School of Music, School of Optometry).
Other services:
Several student organizations address mental health:
- Balance (Kelley School)
- You See Me
- Culture of Care
- U Bring Change to Mind
IU provides resources related to distressing events and circumstances. For sexual assault, a help page contains links to resources and information for reporting. The Substance Use Intervention Services (SUIS) and recovery support services help students struggling with substance abuse. IU has a food pantry called the Crimson Cupboard to address food insecurity. A web page devoted to information and online resources exists for students who are struggling with eating disorders. Emergency financial assistance is also available to students facing a sudden financial crisis.
Other services include School of Medicine Department of Mental Health Services, Center for Human Growth and Development, CBT Clinic, Counselor in Academic Residence Program, and the O’Neill School of Public and Environmental Affairs Resilience and Wellbeing Initiative.
IUPUI
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS):
Students seeking individual therapy have access to a free initial consultation with recommendations for treatment. If referred for individual counseling at CAPS, these include:
- an intake session costs $15
- the first six individual therapy sessions are free (and available via telehealth)
- additional sessions cost $10 each
- Sliding scale fee reductions are available based on a demonstrated financial need
Other services include:
- Group counseling sessions (free, online and in-person)
- Psychiatry services
- Initial visit: $55
- Additional visits: $40 each.
- Evaluation and testing for ADHD, learning disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Cost: $300–$600
- Self-help and self-assessment resources through ULifeline
CAPS contracts with Thriving Campus to support an online database of community providers which streamlines the referral process. A drop-in “Mindfulness” workshop is available weekly online, and a “Relationships” workshop is available in-person twice each semester.
Outreach and prevention work related to mental health and sexual misconduct include online resources, presentations/workshops, and awareness events. Confidential advocacy services for individuals who have experienced sexual misconduct are also a part of IUPUI CAPS services. Online resources include: a virtual care package, an emotional wellness guide, and self-help resources. Additional resources are being developed for online self-paced learning. In partnership with Health and Wellness Promotion, IUPUI CAPS also provides peer support training for student cohorts, with the primary prevention goal of developing skills and sharing resources.
Other services:
Several student organizations address mental health:
- Active Minds
- Psychiatry Student Interest Group
- Students Who Care
- Psychology Club
- Wellness Student Interest Group
The IUPUI Graduate Office also provides a list of health and wellness resources online.
The CAPS confidential advocate partners with the Office for Women and coordinates the Sexual Assault Prevention, Intervention and Response Task Force, which supports programming and has online resources, a finding help page, information about reporting options, and listed rights and procedures.
Health and Wellness Promotion (HWP) provides:
- health and wellness coaching,
- alcohol and other drug prevention activities,
- addiction recovery resources,
- the Collegiate Recovery Community,
- the Tobacco Cessation Program for Students,
- stress reduction activities, and
- support for Koru Mindfulness sessions (in collaboration with the Department of Kinesiology).
HWP has several online resources, including a wellness program directory and Personal Wellness Screening that addresses eight dimensions of wellness, including mental health. Additional mindfulness programs are offered within the School of Dentistry.
IUPUI addresses food insecurity through their food pantry, Paws’ Pantry, and clothing resources through Paws’ Closet. These services are provided by the Office of Student Advocacy and Support (OSAS). OSAS also assists students in securing financial resources and sponsors the Help Me ROAR website that highlights a wide range of campus and nearby community resources to support basic needs.
The IUPUI Behavioral Consultation Team (BCT), a campus-wide team addressing early intervention and campus safety, has an online form available for reporting of concerns related to the behavior or well-being of a member of the campus community. The BCT assists reporters in encouraging persons of concern to seek CAPS services when appropriate.
IU NORTHWEST
Office of Counseling Services (OOCS):
IU Northwest offers a free individual therapy intake session and 10 free individual therapy sessions per academic year.
Other services include:
- Psycho-educational groups (free, generally open-ended, and in-person or telehealth for students in Indiana or Illinois)
- Seven online self-assessments to gauge mental health
- Five community therapy providers
- Workshops available upon request
Students and staff may refer students to the Office of Counseling Services (OCS) for a well-being check. The OCS website provides guidance for those considering referring someone for help.
The IU Northwest Behavioral Consultation Team (BCT) can refer students to the Dean of Students (DOS) through an online form. Depending upon the risk and urgency of the situation, it is possible that the DOS may refer students to the OCS or be referred for a forensic evaluation by a community mental health provider.
Funding exists for a clinician for multicultural students, a position that will be filled soon.
Additional services include: a COVID-safe self-care activities list, seven guided meditation audios, seven free relaxation and meditation apps, sleep hygiene tips, COVID-19 emotional wellness, and newsletters.
Other Services:
IU Northwest has a My Sisters’ Keepers’ student organization that supports women’s wellness. Sexual assault reporting, resources, and awareness/education are also available to students. A food pantry called The RedHawks Nest addresses food insecurity by providing individuals with a pre-packaged bag of food. Students also have the ability to apply for emergency financial assistance.
IU SOUTHEAST
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS):
IU Southeast offers free individual, group, and couples therapy sessions. They also offer telehealth services, but the student receiving therapy must be located in Indiana or Kentucky. There are 24 community resources available for students who may need to be referred to a program outside of the university.
Referrals are also available for students or staff who may be concerned about students’ well-being. An online workshop series includes “Race and Wellbeing,” “The COVID-19 Pandemic,” and “Turning Surviving into Thriving: Understanding and Managing Stress.” Links to online resources for multicultural students are available, as well. A food pantry, Grenadier Grab ‘n Go, addresses food insecurity.
Additional services include: care management, “Do I Need Counseling?” self-screening, common indicators of increased risk for suicide list, food pantry, emergency student grant funding, and a suicide prevention walk.
Other Services:
IU Southeast offers sexual assault services including Grenadier Violence Prevention and Education, community response team, listed campus policies, reporting form, resources, and education and awareness. They also have treatment resources for substance abuse and a fact sheet for those struggling with eating disorders. Emergency financial assistance is also available to students.
Additional mental health services include: a personal wellness inventory and educational programming put on by Campus Life.
IU SOUTH BEND
The Student Counseling Center (SCC):
The Student Counseling Center (SCC) at IU South Bend offers currently enrolled student counseling, case management, and outreach services at no cost. These services are offered either in-person or by telehealth. Self-assessments for mental health concerns are available through ULifeline Online.
A resource guide and referral form exists for students or staff who are concerned about another student’s well-being. Workshops are available upon request. The Student Counseling Center website provides links to resources and websites for topics including academic stress and time management, anxiety/depression/stress, drug and alcohol addiction, grief/loss/trauma, intimate partner violence, sexual assault, and suicide prevention. A resource for online self-assessments is also available.
Other Services:
IU South Bend has two student organizations that address mental health: Active Minds and The Health & Wellness Club. There is also an existing contract with the IUSB Medical School to provide services to graduate students. Additionally, there is sexual assault reporting and resources available online. For individuals struggling with substance use, IU South Bend has the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program that includes legal ramifications, health risks, resources, and campus policies pertaining to drugs and alcohol. IUSB has a food pantry, Titans Feeding Titans, which offers assistance to both students and staff. Students can also apply for emergency relief resources, including financial assistance. The Vera Z. Dwyer College of Health Sciences has the Health and Wellness Center, which has online resources specific to LGBTQ+ individuals.
IU EAST
Office of Counseling Services:
The Center for Health Promotion provides six free individual counseling sessions per semester, which are also available via telehealth. Couples therapy is also available.
Students or staff can refer students for services through an online form. Additionally, a wellness room is available with a “comfortable chair, small table, a large countertop and sink, dimmable lighting, a locking door, and electrical outlets.” The room is available to use during campus hours and reservations are not currently available. ADHD screening is also available for students through the center.
Other Services:
The IU East Title IX Office provides educational and awareness programming and events throughout sexual assault awareness month, as well as online resources and a reporting form. The Title IX Office also uses Twitter and Facebook pages to convey information to the student body. A food pantry and emergency resources/funding are also available to students.
Additional mental health services include: a wellness event put on by Campus Life, mental health classes, and a Wellness Coalition.
IUPUC
Tom & Barbara Schoellkopf Community Counseling Center:
Counselors from the Tom & Barbara Schoellkopf Community Counseling Center provide free individual therapy sessions. Individual therapy sessions are also available through Solutions Student Assistance Services; the first five appointments are free and subsequent individual therapy sessions must be covered by insurance. Additionally, there are online options for therapy sessions. Referral forms are available online for students or staff who are concerned about another student’s well-being.
Other Services:
IUPUC has a webpage dedicated to the Sexual Assault Student Welfare Initiative, sexual assault reporting, and resources for survivors. Additionally, the campus food pantry, Pride Pantry, is open to all current students, staff, and faculty members. Emergency financial assistance is available to students.
IU KOKOMO
Office of Counseling and Psychological Services:
Free individual and couples therapy sessions are available to students in person and online. Additionally, resources are available in 14 categories online and self-assessments are available in five categories online. Students and staff may refer students to the Office of Counseling and Psychological Services for a well-being check. Referral forms are available online for students or staff who are concerned about another student’s well-being.
Other services available through IU Kokomo’s center include resources for individuals following a traumatic event or emergency, guidance in helping others who may be struggling with their mental health, a wellness week, and mental health first aid training.
Other Services:
IU Kokomo offers free individual and group therapy through the multicultural center, which includes counseling for LGBTQ+ individuals. They currently have funding for another full-time employee at the multicultural center, a position which will be filled soon.
Sexual assault reporting and resources are also available. Resources for substance abuse and addiction are listed online. The Cougar Cupboard, a food pantry, is also available to students. A Student in Crisis fund was established for students going through unexpected life challenges, from which students are eligible to receive $300 per academic year. A resource navigator is also available to help students discover mental health resources available to them.
IU FORT WAYNE
Center Services:
Services are managed by Purdue University.
Other Services:
Services are managed by Purdue University.