Thinking about talking to a professional about your mental health, and looking for someone who reflects your identities? While all clinicians at Counseling & Consultation Service (CCS) are trained and committed to working with a wide variety of concerns and backgrounds, some students may feel most comfortable connecting with a therapist with shared experiences. Here are a few ways to connect with a counselor if you have specific identity preferences in mind:
Schedule a Let’s Talk consultation with a clinician of your choice. The CCS website offers a list of the clinicians who are currently offering Let’s Talk, and you can click on each person’s name to read their bio.
Participate in an affinity group at CCS. For example, in addition to psychoeducational and process groups, CCS currently runs several groups centered around students of color, queer students, and international students—as just a few examples!
Schedule a phone screening or use the Community Provider Database to get connected with a provider in the community who meets your needs. Your phone screening clinician and the database can both provide support to find providers nearby who take your insurance and fit specific preferences in terms of identity, expertise, and therapeutic approach.