Welcome to CCPH
Center for Counseling and Psychological Health (CCPH) is an interdisciplinary counseling service, staffed by licensed mental health providers, including social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists and clinical nurse specialists. We provide short term individual, couple’s and group psychotherapy; psychiatric medication consultation and treatment; psychological assessment (testing); behavioral medicine; and crisis intervention services. We are open from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and are also available 24 hours a day to provide crisis intervention services and assessment.
Find Balance This Spring
Stress is a normal part of the college experience, and with final exams, papers, and projects, April is an especially challenging month. CCPH is here to help you find support and focus on well-being to navigate challenges and finish the academic year strong.
Stress GPS – Gaining Practical Skills
Mondays through Fridays, through Friday, May 4
3 – 4 p.m. in New Africa House 415
Learn practical tools for coping with college stress and anxiety at this innovative skills-based free workshop, open to all UMass students. Increase your emotional well-being by practicing strategies to calm your mind and body, increase your mindfulness, and manage emotional distress. Six session series run every day and students can join any time.
Support for International Students
The Center for Counseling and Psychological Health is committed to the welfare and success of all members of our community and offers support through these resources.
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.
Locations and Hours
On call clinician available 24/7 for mental health emergencies: 413-577-5000.
415 New Africa House
180 Infirmary Way
Amherst, MA 01003-9289
Bartlett Hall (2nd floor, north, room 252)
130 Hicks Way
Amherst, MA 01003-9269
Hours:
Monday – Friday
8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Call: (413) 545-2337 or
(413) 545-0333
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, call University Health Services (UHS) at (413) 577-5000 and ask for the CCPH clinician on-call.
Urgent appointments are usually available within 24 to 48 hours. Emergency services are available 24/7 every day.
During business hours, call the CCPH and ask for the on-call clinician.
Additional Resources
Sexual Assault
The Rape Crisis Services program at the Center for Women and Community provides free and confidential crisis services. More...
24-Hour Crisis Hotline:
(413) 545-0800
CCPH News
Groups and workshops
We offer many groups and workshops for graduate and undergraduate 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
For counseling, consultation, and referrals, contact the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP). If you are concerned about a student, start here.
CCPH offers graduate training opportunities
Read job descriptions and learn how to apply.
