Welcome to CCPH

The Center for Counseling and Psychological Health (CCPH) offers a community of care to UMass Amherst students to help them cope with stress or anxiety, find strategies to overcome challenges, promote mental wellbeing, and succeed in college life and beyond. CCPH services include: workshops and consultations; crisis intervention; brief (generally 3-5 sessions) individual, couples, and group therapy; behavioral medicine; medication management; psychological assessment; suicide prevention training; campus consultation and education; and community referrals. We are open 8:30am to 5:00pm Monday through Friday and are also available 24 hours/day for mental health emergencies.

Transition of Care Guide

If you received treatment for a mental health condition while in high school or before, there are several things you can do to continue to stay healthy while transitioning to and attending college. These considerations can also be applied to other chronic or ongoing medical conditions.

Support for International Students

The Center for Counseling and Psychological Health is committed to the welfare and success of all members of our community. Many on our vibrant and diverse campus have been impacted by executive orders on immigration.

"Let's Talk"

When something’s bothering you, talking about it is often the first step toward a solution. Now, there’s an informal, convenient, confidential way to get insight and information – “Let’s Talk.”

UMass Amherst Committed to Supporting Transgender Students

The UMass nondiscrimination policy includes “gender identity and expression.” We provide access to facilities and respect students’ pronouns and names consistent with gender identity.

The university’s commitment reflects related anti-discrimination protections to transgender people in the state of Massachusetts.

Learn more about our commitment to improving the living and learning environments for trans students.

Location and Hours

On call clinician available 24/7 for mental health emergencies.

Middlesex House
111 County Circle
Amherst, MA 01003-9255

Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Call: (413) 545-2337
You'll be scheduled to talk briefly with a clinician, who will make recommendations based on your needs.

If you are deaf or hard-of-hearing you can utilize the telecommunications relay service offered by Mass Relay. For more information please visit http://www.mass.gov/eopss/agencies/massrelay/

After Hours Information

On weekdays after 5 p.m., weekends and holidays, you can call the Protocall Crisis Line at (877) 831-7421 to speak with a clinician.

Emergency services are available 24/7 every day.

CCPH News

Groups and workshops

This spring we offer groups for undergraduate and graduate students. Find one that's right for you.

CCPH introduces web-based therapy

In addition to in-person options, we now offer Therapist Assisted Online (TAO), a seven-week, interactive, web-based therapy program. Learn more.

For faculty and staff

CCPH provides services to UMass students. UMass faculty and staff in search of counseling, consultation, and referrals are directed to the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP). Faculty and staff in crisis should contact Cooley Dickinson Behavioral Health (413-586-5555) or go to the local Emergency Room. If you are concerned about a student, start here.

CCPH offers graduate training opportunities

Read job descriptions and learn how to apply.

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