Wellness & Counseling
Overview
Our on-campus counselors provide free short-term counseling and support for all students. We offer a range of free services and support including talk therapy, wellness education, and alternative or additional resource referrals.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call our local Crisis number: Aspire Health Alliance (617) 774-6036
To make an appointment please get in touch with a counselor below.
Questions
Melissa Lord, MS, LMHC
Student Program and Wellness Coach
[email protected] | (617) 984-1683
Kate Deming, MA
Student Wellness Counselor
[email protected] | (617) 984-1684
Counseling FAQs
What are the signs that you may benefit from additional on-campus support?
If you are: feeling overwhelmed, feeling an increase in stress, feel sad, anxious, or alone, have difficulty concentrating, feeling unmotivated or having less energy
Who do I reach out to?
On-Campus and Virtual Support:
Melissa Lord, MS, LMHC
Student Program and Wellness Coach
[email protected] | (617) 984-1683
Kate Deming, MA
Student Wellness Counselor
[email protected] | (617) 984-1684
Are the conversations private? What are the rules of confidentiality?
Yes, all appointments are always confidential and private. However, there are instance where confidentiality must be broken if:
- A student has thoughts of hurting themself
- A student has thoughts of hurting someone else
- A student’s immediate safety is at risk
How frequently can I book an appointment? How long are the appointments?
On average, sessions are once a week for approximately 45 minutes. Appointments can be made in-person, online via zoom or by phone. Walk-ins are available during campus operating hours. Any Quincy College student enrolled in classes and are located in the state of Massachusetts can receive counseling support.
To make an appointment, please contact one of our counselors on staff.
Are walk-ins allowed?
Students are welcome to stop by any counseling office on the 3rd Floor President’s Place, appointments are not required. Counselors are also available on-site in Plymouth on a rotating basis.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call our local Crisis number: Aspire Health Alliance 617-774-6036
