The Center for Mental Health Care & Resources educates students for life by providing a variety of services and programs that are consistent and consonant with the strategic plan goals of the Institution and of Student Engagement & Well-Being.
Services include short-term individual counseling, group counseling, couples counseling, crisis intervention, testing and assessment, referral to support services, , as well as mental health workshops, and consultation for faculty and staff, family and friends of Tech students.
All services are confidential and free of charge for all students currently registered at Georgia Tech in a degree-seeking program. A student must be registered in the current semester to utilize our services. If a student is on co-op or internship and not registered for classes, or in a non-degree seeking program, then they would not be eligible during that semester. In this instance we would be happy to provide appropriate referrals for services.
The Center for Mental Health Care & Resources provides brief or short-term therapy for a variety of presenting issues. Concerns that require on-going or long-term treatment are best served through referral to one of the many qualified community providers we have in the nearby Atlanta community.
Our primary goal is to provide students with the services, support, and skills needed to grow, develop, learn, and thrive while at Georgia Tech. Please do not hesitate to contact the Center if you have any questions, at 404-894-2575.
Why Mental Health Services?
Some of the possible reasons you might want to see a counselor.
- Alcohol/Drug Use
- Anger Difficulties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Disordered Eating
- Family Concerns
- Grief
- Relationship Issues
- Self-Esteem Concerns
- Sexual Assault/Date Rape
- Sexuality and Identity Concerns
- Social Isolation/Social Anxiety
- Stress
- Suicidal Thoughts
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What Does Service Look Like?
Our Services
Crisis Services
Students who may be experiencing a crisis, such as serious psychological distress or a significant impairment in functioning, may speak with a counselor at any time - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Counseling
INDIVIDUAL: Ongoing individual meetings with a counselor, often on a weekly or bi-weekly basis.
COUPLES: A couple is eligible if at least one of the members is a currently enrolled Georgia Tech student.
GROUP: We offer about a dozen counseling groups and workshops each semester, including general mental health topics as well as groups based on specific issues or student identities.
Satellite Counseling Services
In addition to our main office in Smithgall Student Services, CMHCR also has counselors located at 6 satellite locations around campus. Having satellite locations provides students with access to counselors in academic spaces where they spend most of their time.
Stamps Psychiatry
For students seeking medication treatment, a referral is required from CMHCR before the student can be seen at Stamps Psychiatry for services
Assessments & Testing
Consultations and screenings for students who are having difficulties with academic performance, learning, or concentration, and who may be interested in a professional assessment.
Referral Services
Specialized and longer-term services available off-campus and in the community for students.
Alcohol and Other Drug Services
A range of services for students concerned about substance use. This includes evaluation, testing, and feedback sessions for those who are required by the Office of Student Integrity (OSI) or Department of Housing and Residence Life to complete an alcohol and other drug (AOD) assessment. CMHCR also has a collegiate recovery program for students who are working to balance their sobriety with college life.
Peer Coaching
Receive 1-1 support from a GT student trained as a peer coach to facilitate your personal, academic, and social success.