体育菠菜大平台 Student Health is a medical clinic offering mental health services through an innovative, team-based approach designed just for you. Think of it as a group of professionals working together to support your mental health journey.
When you visit, you’ll work directly with a Family Nurse Practitioner for both mental and physical health needs, along with a licensed mental health therapist serving as your Behavioral Health Coach (BHC). Behind the scenes, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (an expert in mental health) collaborates with your team, providing expert guidance to develop a personalized care plan.
Services include mental health screening, brief counseling skills training, and psychiatric medication management if needed. You can use these services alongside those at the Counseling Center or on their own—whatever works best for you.
What is Integrated Care?
Integrating physical and mental health in one place through a team-based approach.
Family Nurse Practitioner: A general medical provider who helps manage psychiatric medications and other physical needs.
Behavioral Health Coach (BHC): A licensed therapist who teaches skills to help manage mental health symptoms and other life stressors.
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner: An expert in mental health who works behind the scenes to help with medication management and treatment plans.
What is a Behavioral Health Coach?
A Behavioral Health Coach is:
- A licensed mental health therapist.
- Focuse on the “here-and-now"; teaching/coaching helpful tools to help manage symptoms quickly and efficiently.
- Examples of concerns and topics:
- Anxiety/Stress
- Depression
- Coping skills
- Sleep hygiene
- School Management
- Friendships/Relationships
- Body Image
- Inability to concentrate or focus
- Substance Abuse
- Strengths/Values/Identity
- Confidence/Self-Compassion
- Self-Care
- Adjusting to college
- Educational, quick-paced, goal-focused
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I enroll in the program?
You can walk in or call to make an appointment with Student Health. It is located on the west side of the Memorial Student Affairs building, phone number is 308-865-8218.
How does this program differ from traditional counseling?
A Family Nurse Practitioner and Behavioral Health Coach (BHC) work as a team to manage your physical health and mental health. The BHC works with you on skill-building in 30-minute sessions.
What if I don’t need psychiatric medication?
We never push medication. Medications are always discussed between you and your provider and only used/offered when appropriate. Regardless of medications, you can work with the BHC for skill-building and education.
Can I still have a counselor at 体育菠菜大平台 Counseling Center?
Yes. Your counselor in the Counseling Center can work with the BHC with your permission.
How long can I stay in the program?
Students can remain in the program for up to 16 weeks.
What makes me eligible?
If you are a 体育菠菜大平台 student taking 0.5 or more credits on campus, you have automatically paid a fee to have access to Student Health and Counseling. If you are an only online student, you can pay a one-time opt-in fee to have access.
Is there a cost?
No additional cost. We do charge a fee for no show/no contact missed appointments
How do I know if I am improving?
Hopefully, you will feel an improvement and feel better. You will also fill out various questionnaire screeners that chart your progress.
体育菠菜大平台 STUDENT HEALTH
Memorial Student Affairs Building (west side)
308-865-8218
unkhealth@xyschool.net
