Upcoming Events

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Success, Not Excess

Tuesday, December 5, 2023 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Westlawn
Supporting Students Desiring a Change Success, Not Excess provides a small, safe and supportive space for UI students wanting to make or considering changes in their alcohol or other drug use. The group emphasizes success in academics, relationships, mental and physical health, and other goals through reducing alcohol and other drug use. Meetings are provided by the UI Collegiate Recovery Program. For more information, please visit our website. This is not a treatment group and will not...
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Frenzy for Finals? Drop by the De-stress Table

Thursday, December 7, 2023 12:30pm to 2:00pm
University Capitol Centre
Find our De-stress Table at the University Capitol Centre to talk with a therapist and learn stress management skill for finals or holidays! It’s open to all TRIO and transfer students.
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Success, Not Excess

Thursday, December 7, 2023 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)
Supporting Students Desiring a Change Success, Not Excess provides a small, safe and supportive space for UI students wanting to make or considering changes in their alcohol or other drug use. The group emphasizes success in academics, relationships, mental and physical health, and other goals through reducing alcohol and other drug use. Meetings are provided by the UI Collegiate Recovery Program. For more information, please visit our website. This is not a treatment group and will not...

Mental Health Topics

Negotiation in the Workplace

Thursday, December 7, 2023
Alyssa Pomponio, JD - Assistant Director & Attorney, Student Legal Services, Amanda Elkins, JD -Director & Attorney, Student Legal Services

Self-Soothing: Lessons from a Dog

Monday, November 27, 2023
Anna Holbrook, M.S. - Student Care and Assistance

Be Happier Today by Sharing With Others

Thursday, November 9, 2023
Erin Litton, UI senior director of well-being services

Mental Health Resources for Communities Impacted by the Israel-Gaza War

University Counseling Service strives to support the mental well-being of all students. If you need mental health support due to the impact of the Israel-Gaza War, please reach out to us for an appointment and/or check out the Mental Health Resources for Communities Impacted by the Israel-Gaza War.

Current Programs and Workshops

We are available to provide presentations, programs, or workshops on a wide variety of topics. Program offerings often include academic skills, stress management, diversity, equity, and inclusion, suicide prevention, students in distress, and more. Let us know how we can work for you.

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Embedded Locations

In addition to our main locations, UCS offers embedded locations with therapists who work within a community and have specialized knowledge about the community being served.

Dental Science Building

The College of Dentistry

Boyd Law Building

College of Law

John Pappajohn Business Building

Tippie College of Business

Catlett Residence Hall

University Housing and Dining

Our mission and goals

Our mission is to provide compassionate psychological services, outreach, and training that fosters the mental health of students, nurtures student success, and contributes to a safe, welcoming, and multiculturally-aware campus community.

Meet our staff

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Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UCS is invested in creating a safe, inclusive, and affirming climate for all individuals and communities.

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