Helpful Resources
Lean On Me UCSB
A confidential textline with trained supporters available to offer emotional support to students 24/7.
Text 805-874-5888 to be connected with a supporter.
Samaritans
A free and confidential 24/7 crisis hotline with volunteers that are trained to listen and provide help to those who are feeling overwhelmed or simply need someone to talk to.
Call or text 877-870-4673 to speak with a volunteer.
CAPS (Counseling and Psychological Services) at UCSB
You can still attend therapy even though the UCSB campus is no longer open! Counseling appointments will be held over Zoom.
APPOINTMENTS - New appointment requests for existing CAPS clients can be made by calling (805) 893-4411, by secure messaging your clinician, or by submitting a CAPS Services Request.
INITIAL BRIEF ASSESSMENTS - If you are interested in a same-day Initial Brief Assessment to get started with services, please call CAPS (805) 893-4411 during regular hours or submit a CAPS Services Request. You will be placed in the queue and given an estimated wait time. A clinician will call you when it is your turn for an appointment.
UCSB Health and Wellness
The Department of Health and Wellness is offering daily guided mindfulness and meditation sessions on Zoom. Click this link to view their calendar and to access the Zoom classes.
https://wellness.sa.ucsb.edu/positive-psych/mindfulness-meditation-practice-calendar/
NowThis News posted a video of doctors sharing mental health tips for dealing with quarantine - click here to check it out! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5V3fvg-bF4
NAMI
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) put together a guide on resources and information related to COVID-19. Check out the link below to read it!