Pandemic Mental Health Resources
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A Message From the Counseling Center Staff
We want to provide our students with support and resources throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and always.
At this time, the counseling center is mostly operating virtually and is following the Washington state guidelines for in-person and virtual counseling sessions. In-person counseling sessions will be offered when needed and this will be based on ethical considerations and best practices.
Telehealth Counseling
Counselors will be able to meet with students via teletherapy, a HIPAA-compliant interactive video/audio service. Due to state law, only students physically located in Washington state can receive teletherapy. Telehealth is not suitable for all students and you will be evaluated for ethical treatment.
Scheduling a Counseling Appointment
To schedule an appointment with your current therapist, please email them to set up a time. The therapist will then send you a link to join by video or phone. For new students seeking information or assistance with scheduling an appointment, please call 509-527-5195. Leave a message if necessary.
Online Resources
Mental Health Apps
PTSD Coach
PTSD Coach provides users with education about PTSD, information about professional care, a self-assessment for PTSD, opportunities to find support, and tools that can help users manage the stresses of daily life with PTSD.
PTSD Coach provides users with education about PTSD, information about professional care, a self-assessment for PTSD, opportunities to find support, and tools that can help users manage the stresses of daily life with PTSD. Tools range from relaxation skills and positive self-talk to anger management and other common self-help strategies. Users can customize tools based on their preferences and can integrate their own contacts, photos, and music.
Virtual Hope Box
The Virtual Hope Box is a smartphone application that contains simple tools to help with coping, relaxation, distraction, and positive thinking.
The Virtual Hope Box is a smartphone application that contains simple tools to help with coping, relaxation, distraction, and positive thinking. You can personalize the VHB content on your own smartphone according to your specific needs. The VHB provides help with emotional regulation and coping with stress via personalized supportive audio, video, pictures, games, mindfulness exercises, positive messages and activity planning, inspirational quotes, coping statements, and other tools.