The University Counseling Service has a strong commitment to meeting the needs of all people.

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

UCS is committed to hiring and retaining clinical staff who are skilled in a wide range of cultural sensitivities, and who are dedicated to multicultural competence in all areas of their work. The entire staff shares our goal of providing sensitive, high quality services to all people. UCS offers psychotherapy in Mandarin and English.

We strive to create an environment where all people feel welcome.  As a staff, we define cultural diversity as personal or social identities based in cultural, individual, group, or role differences including, but not limited to, those based on race, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, mental health status, relational and family status, religion, spirituality, language, nationality, citizenship status, social class, economic status, veteran status, disability and ability, gender identity and expression, body type and size, as well as diverse ideas, values, and lifestyles.

UCS staff members regard multiculturally sensitive clinical services, outreach, and training as key components of staff members’ roles and responsibilities. Staff members are engaged with other campus organizations and campus partners to create not only safe, but affirming services for U of Iowa students from all backgrounds.

We are available as a resource for you, and we are dedicated to helping foster a climate that is safe for all students on campus and within the community. If you are interested in speaking individually with a counselor or arranging for a facilitated discussion for your group, please call 319-335-7294.

UCS therapists are psychologists, licensed mental health therapists and social workers.  Each clinician adheres to the code of ethics from their professional organization.  The code of ethics for each organization are as follows:

University of Iowa Division of Access, Opportunity, and Diversity Resources: