Outreach
The Counseling Center offers a variety of workshops and programs designed to promote wellness and support a positive campus climate. Outreach is focused on mental, physical, and sexual health.
Mission
The Counseling Center provides a range of services related to mental health counseling for students and educational events regarding health and wellness topics. If you are seeking support, our goal is to ensure you a safe place where you can express yourself and your thoughts without judgment. Additionally, the Counseling Center provides consultation and training regarding mental health issues; information about the community health center and student health insurance; and referrals to other campus and community resources available to students, faculty, and staff. The Counseling Center also houses programs, which aim to prevent all forms of violence through various awareness campaigns, programs, and prevention efforts.
Counseling Support
Counselors offer support and feedback while exploring strategies to sustain mental, physical, and emotional progress.
Make an AppointmentStudents often seek services for problems such as:
- Academic concerns
- Adjusting to college
- Anxiety and stress
- Depression
- Relationship issues
- Self-injury behaviors
- Sexuality and sexual orientation
- Suicidal thinking
- Substance abuse
- Trauma
- Eating disorders
- Grief or loss
- Interpersonal violence
Madison Rosalez
For more information on outreach, visit our Case Manager/Health Educator, Madison Rosalez, in person at University Commons Suite 2108, by email, or visit our programming calendar on JagSync.
Violence Prevention
Anti-violence efforts are primarily focused on the following areas: nonphysical violence, sexual misconduct, self-harm, physical or criminal violence, and violence against specific populations.
Jags Stop Violence
The purpose of the Jags Stop Violence program is to prevent all forms of violence through awareness campaigns, programs, and prevention efforts.
Confidentiality Policy
Counseling records are strictly confidential. Information is shared only with the client’s written consent. Exceptions to confidentiality are rare and include when students pose a threat to their safety or the safety of someone else. All services are in accordance with Texas mental health law, and APA ethical guidelines.
Commitment to Student Well-being
The Counseling Center is committed to creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for all students regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, spirituality, nationality, citizenship, physical or mental abilities or other identities. Clinical services are available in English and Spanish.
TELUS Health Student Support
All Texas A&M Victoria students have access to the TELUS Health Student Support app- a free, confidential resource designed to support your emotional health and wellbeing!
In the app, you can find:
- 24/7 real-time support- connect with trained counselors anytime, anywhere via phone or live chat
- Anonymous health assessments to check in on your mental health
- Access articles, podcasts, infographics, and videos covering a wide range of wellbeing topics
- Free virtual fitness sessions to keep you moving and your mind engaged
- Virtual peer-to-peer support with a community of thousands of students with shared experiences
Getting started is easy:
- Download the free TELUS Health Student Support App by scanning the QR Code to the right or download from Apple Store or Google Play Store.
- Search “Texas A&M University-Victoria, Student” and select it from the list.
- Click “Next”.
- Fill in your details and review the Terms of Use.
- Turn on Notifications.
- Explore the app or connect with a counselor 24/7.
College life can be exciting, but it can also be stressful. Whether you're managing academics, adjusting to changes, or simply need someone to talk to, TELUS Health Student Support is here for you.
