Let's Talk
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Let’s TalkÌýis an outreach program that provides easy access to informal consultations with counselors from University Counseling Services.Ìý Counselors provide drop-in consultation hours at sites around campus throughout the week.Ìý There is no fee for this service and no appointment is needed.Ìý Students can meet for a consultation on a first-come, first-serve basis.Ìý AÌýLet’s TalkÌýcounselor is available to listen, offer support, and provide resources and problem-solving tools.
Talking can help.
Whether it is stress, sadness, difficulty adjusting to school, academic concerns, or relationship or family problems, sharing your concerns with another person can make a positive difference.ÌýLet’s TalkÌýcounselors can talk through your issue with you and help you determine the best way to get help.
Let’s TalkÌýis in an in-person format (unless otherwiseÌýindicatedÌýbelow)Ìýon the days and times listed below.
Let’s Talk Mondays
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Hillel 818:ÌýÌý3pm to 5pm,Ìýfacilitated by Eugene Kogosov
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NCOD:Ìý 3pm to 4pm, facilitated by Alison Freeman
Let’s Talk Tuesdays
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Athletics:Ìý 9am to 11am, facilitated by Amy Rosenblatt
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:Ìý 11am to 12pm, facilitated by Juan Ortiz (via Zoom)
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Pride Center:Ìý 3pm to 5pm, facilitated by Pat Alford-Keating, Daniel Alonzo, & Josh Chow (rotates weekly)
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Parent Scholars:Ìý 3pm to 4pm, facilitated by Marilyn Mendoza (at The Village)
Let’s Talk Wednesdays
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:Ìý 3pm to 4pm, facilitated by Araceli MejÃa (via Zoom)
- International & Exchange Student Center:Ìý 3pm to 5pm, facilitated by Sunil Obediah
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Omatsu House:ÌýÌý2:30pm to 4:30pm,Ìýfacilitated byÌýJosh Chow
Let’s Talk ThursdaysÌýÌýÌý
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:Ìý9am to 10am, facilitated by Alison Freeman (via Zoom)
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DREAM Center:ÌýÌý11am to 12pm, facilitated by Juan Ortiz
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Oasis Wellness Center:Ìý 12pm to 1:30pm, facilitated by Aida Kohanteb
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:Ìý 4pm to 5PM, facilitated by Marilyn Mendoza (via Zoom)
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Let's Talk Frequently Asked Questions
Appointments are first-come, first-served. The counselor will listen closely to your concerns and provide support, perspective, and suggestions for resources.
Just stop by virtually!Ìý Appointments are first come, first serve; usually not much of a wait.
This service is open to all ¼ªÏé·» undergraduate and graduate students.ÌýLet's TalkÌýis the best fit for the following people:
- Students who are not sure about counseling and wonder what it's like to talk with a counselor
- Students who are not interested in ongoing counseling but would like the perspective of a counselor
- Students who have a specific problem and would like someone with whom to talk it through
- Students who have a concern about a friend and want some thoughts about what to do
Absolutely. The counselor will talk through your issue with you and help you determine the best way to get help. If you feel comfortable with the counselor, it's sometimes possible to meet with them at UCS in an ongoing way.
If your next appointment is not soon enough, it's best to contact your counselor directly to see if they can see you sooner.Ìý It’s important to remain consistent with your provider.
The best thing to do in this situation is to talk directly with your counselor. Counselors are eager to get your feedback, positive or negative. Often, an open conversation about your concern can help. If, after talking with your counselor, you prefer to transfer to someone else, just ask your counselor directly.
Conversations withÌýLet's TalkÌýcounselors are confidential, with a few rare exceptions. Counselors may need to share information in an emergency when there is an immediate threat of harm to yourself or others. Counselors are required by law to report when a minor, elderly person, or someone otherwise incapacitated and unable to act on their own behalf is being abused or neglected. We don't want anything to be a barrier to students accessing help. If you have further questions about confidentiality, we encourage you to discuss them with aÌýLet's TalkÌýcounselor.
AlthoughÌýLet's TalkÌýcounselors are mental health professionals,ÌýLet's TalkÌýis not a substitute for formal counseling or psychotherapy and does not constitute mental health treatment.ÌýLet's TalkÌýis for consultation about a specific problem. Most students come toÌýLet's TalkÌýonly once or twice. It is also a place where students are able to have questions answered about formal counseling. YourÌýLet's TalkÌýcounselor can help you determine whether formal counseling would be useful for you.
University Counseling Services would like to thank our campus partners for their support ofÌýLet’s TalkÌýand their generosity in the provision of space forÌýLet’s Talk:Ìý Athletics, Black House,ÌýDREAM (Dreamers, Resources, Empowerment, Advocacy, and Mentorship) Center, Hillel 818, International and Exchange Student Center, Oasis Wellness Center, Omatsu House, Pride Center, and Student Housing.