Welcome to Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

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CAPS hours are 8am - 6pm Monday - Thursday, and 8am - 5pm on Friday. We are happy to offer both in-person and virtual services. CAPS is committed to creating an environment based on our values of multicultural, multi-disciplinary and multi-theoretical practices that allow our diverse student body to access care, receive high quality services and take positive pathways to mental health.

Our Front Desk (Michigan Union 4th Floor) is open and ready to help support you -- staff members are available throughout the day to assist you with your needs to answer questions, and get you to the right place. We can be reached by phone at: (734) 764-8312.

CAPS has a limited number of private spaces available for students to connect with their counselor via telecounseling. Please contact the front desk for more information on those private spaces.

Please Note: During high-demand periods, CAPS will be unable to accommodate class-related interviews and/or projects. Many students are able to find the information they need within our website and our annual reports.

CAPS office is unable to participate in scavenger hunts for students due to maintaining the confidentiality of our clients. However, you are welcome to direct students to the wellness zone, which has a separate entrance adjacent to CAPS. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the CAPS office.

CAPS Peer Counseling Application 2024-2025

We're taking new applications for students who are interested in becoming Peer Counselors for 2024-2025! As a peer counselor, you would be providing a space for students to be able to express their thoughts and emotions. This can be a comfortable way for those who want to vent to someone who understands what it's like to be a student at UofM. You would be trained on a wide array of topics from members of CAPS Staff and meet for weekly supervision.

Mental Health Speak Out

Join us on April 2nd, 2024 from 6-7:30 in the Hussey room in the Michigan League, for the Mental Health Speak Out event—an impactful union of student-led groups dedicated to nurturing mental health and holistic wellbeing. This collaborative endeavor proudly brings together CAPS in Action, Wolverine Support Network, If You're Reading This, and Mentality Magazine in a concerted effort to foster a supportive community and strengthen interpersonal connections.

Self-Care For Incidents Of Campus Climate Concerns

When faced with social injustices, bias incidents, and controversial speakers, it is extremely difficult to cope and know what to do.  Feeling overwhelmed with the current socio-political state, experiencing discrimination, or being impacted by contentious people or policies increases stress which remains correlated to negative mental health outcomes.  During these times, it remains imperative that we take care of ourselves, take care of loved ones, and take care of our campus community.

Scope of Services

In support of the educational goals of the University and the Division of Student Life, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides a range of clinical, preventative, and training services consistent with the practices and standards of a nationally accredited university counseling center. CAPS is committed to creating a safe and supportive environment based on our multicultural, multi-disciplinary and multi-theoretical values and practices that allow our diverse student body to access care, to receive high quality services, and to take positive pathways to mental health.

Togetherall

Recognizing that some students who are feeling isolated, depressed, or anxious may find it challenging to connect with our resources and verbally express their needs, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is pleased to announce the piloting of Togetherall, an online, anonymous peer-support tool available for free to our students. Togetherall is a clinically moderated, online peer-to-peer mental health community that reaches and empowers a diverse population of students to anonymously seek and provide support

Sexualized Violence

Sexual violence does not discriminate. Both survivors and perpetrators come from all genders, cultures, races, ethnicities, sexual orientations, socio-economic status, and religions. Sexual violence is defined as any unwanted sexual contact or interaction and can include:

Support For Students Impacted By Campus Climate Concerns

As an agency, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) remains committed to the celebration and promotion of diversity in all its forms. We condemn oppression in every form and work to provide a safe, welcoming and affirming environment for all persons. Creating and sustaining a welcoming campus climate requires mutual respect for all. And that means discrimination and harassment are not acceptable at the University of Michigan. At CAPS, we remain committed to affirming inclusivity, value, and belonging of all students.

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Treatment and Support Options

When Can I Be Seen?

Workshop Request

Urgent Support

Hours:
Monday - Thursday: 8am - 6pm
Friday: 8am - 5pm
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
Urgent/Crisis Support 24/7

Contact

Phone: 734-764-8312 (24hrs)
Email: [email protected]
Michigan Union
530 South State Street
Suite 4079
Ann Arbor, MI 48109