Why are there mental health services on campus?
Mt. SAC recognizes the importance of mental and physical health to be successful in
academics. A support system is critical in being able to manage life’s challenges.
Although a student may feel they already have a support system with friends or loved
ones, mental health professionals are available to offer students non-biased, non-judgmental
support.
Are mental health services only for people with serious problems?
Anyone can benefit from mental health services, regardless of whether the emotional
issues one has are short-term or long-term. It is always important to take care of
your overall health which includes your mental health.
What are the reasons students seek mental health services?
There are a variety of reasons a student seeks mental health services, including:
- Feeling sad, lonely, depressed, anxious, worried, overwhelmed, and/or hopeless
- Grieving the loss of a relationship, job, loved one or pet
- Relationship problems with family members, spouse, friends, significant others, teachers
and/or classmates
- Anger issues
- Substance use
- Eating and/or sleeping habits
- Issues specifically related to academics, including test anxiety, problems with focus
and attention, and procrastination/time management
Can my significant other or family member receive services at Mt. SAC?
Mt. SAC only offers individual therapy to students currently enrolled with at least one credit course.
What can I expect in my first visit?
Prior to your first visit with a licensed mental health clinician, you will be asked
to complete a few forms and questionnaires. In your first session with a clinician,
the clinician will ask you about the symptoms or problems you are currently experiencing.
By the end of the session, the clinician will share with you whether the symptoms
or problems you are reporting are ones that the clinician can help you with at Behavioral
Health Services. If the clinician is not able to best support you, the clinician will
provide you with a meaningful referral to a provider who can treat you most effectively.
The clinicians are friendly and professional, and they will guide you through the
discussion.