University Counseling Center

Services for Students

1. Crisis Services
   Students in crisis receive prompt attention from a staff psychologist during business hours. When the Counseling Center is closed, callers will be directed to University Police [(518) 442-3131] or the Albany Mobile Crisis Unit [(518) 447-9650]. In an emergency, call 911 from an on-campus phone or the University Police at (518) 442-3131.
2. Individual Psychological Counseling
   The Counseling Center provides confidential short-term counseling for mental or behavioral health issues.
3. Consultation
   Students may contact a staff psychologist or health promotion specialist to ask a question or talk about a concern. Consultations are usually brief one-time meetings, phone calls, or e-mails.
4. Psychological Assessment
   The Counseling Center offers psychological testing for academic performance concerns or other problems.
5. Educational Programs
   Workshops and presentations are available on sexuality and sexual health, alcohol and other drug use; addictive behaviors; body image and eating awareness; sexual assault prevention; sport psychology; suicide prevention; and more.
6. Peer Services
   Two peer programs offer an array of workshops and presentations. The Middle Earth Peer Assistance Program offers a peer hotline [(518) 442-5777] as well as outreach services regarding substance use. The Project SHAPE: Sexual Health and Peer Education program offers regular programs on sexuality and sexual health issues.
7. Sexual Assault Resource Center (SARC)
   The Sexual Assault Resource Center provides specialized trainings, programs, and individual support to students, staff, and faculty regarding the issue of sexual assault and intimate partner violence. Specialized prevention programs are provided to enhance awareness of how sexual assault and intimate partner violence occur on a continuum. Recognizing that there is a diversity of ways of seeking support as well as being a supporter, SARC incorporates a multicultural perspective in all of its trainings and programs. University personnel, parents, and students also consult with SARC on an individual basis regarding resources available both on and off campus. The Sexual Assault Resource Center can be reached at (518) 956-8461.
8. Performance Training Room
   This room within the Center is equipped with the tools and techniques necessary to assist students in managing tension and anxiety; increase focus and concentration; and improve coordination and visuomotor reactions; as well as increase physiological awareness and coherence. Programs are designed for your unique needs, whether you are looking to achieve new levels of performance in sports or the performing arts, or to enhance overall health and well-being due to anxiety and tension.
9. Web-based Resources
   Visit our Web site for additional information about our services and to access Internet resources at http://www.albany.edu/counseling_center/.
10. Confidentiality
    As a student, you are assured of confidentiality at the Counseling Center in accordance with ethical and legal standards. Student visits and conversations do not become part of your academic record.