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Counseling and Psychiatric Services (CAPS) offers free counseling and crisis care services for undergrad and graduate students. Call 303-492-2277 to schedule a virtual appointment or get after hours support.
The Office of Victim Assistance (OVA) provides confidential support and referrals for students, staff and faculty who have experienced a traumatic, disturbing or disruptive life event. Call 303-492-8855 to connect with a counselor or connect with after hours support.
The Faculty & Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) has trained counselors who are equipped to deal with a wide range of personal and work related issues for CU Boulder faculty, staff and TAs.
Red Folder is a campus-wide resource for recognizing and responding to students in distress.
Don't Ignore It provides options for seeking confidential support on- and off-campus, learning skills for helping others, and reporting concerns related to discrimination, harassment and sexual misconduct.
Mental Health Is is a space that allows you to use campus resources to take care of your menthal health.

National Resources

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline offers free and confidential support, prevention and crisis resources and can be reached 24/7 at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).
The Veterans Crisis Line offers a free hotline, online chat and texting support for veterans in crisis and their family and friends. Call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, chat online, or send a text message to 838255 for 24/7 confidential support.
The Crisis Text Line offers free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Text HOME to 741741 to text with a trained Crisis Counselor.
Learn more about the National #BeThe1To Campaign.

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When is it time to seek mental health support?

Knowing how (and when) to seek out mental health support is important. Here are some guidelines you can use to determine if you or someone you know should seek emergency, urgent or general support for mental health concerns. Read more

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6 signs of depression you shouldn’t ignore

atching someone struggle with their mental health can be difficult. Here are some common symptoms of depression and ways to help a loved one who may be struggling. Read more

Mental health: 3 tips for supporting yourself, colleagues and students

Personal circumstances, mental health conditions and other stressors can impact our mental health. Learn how you can best support yourself, your coworkers and your students. Read more

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4 things to do if you’re concerned about your student

Family members are often in a position to identify when their student is in distress and may be the first point of contact for advice or support. If you are concerned about your student, here are a few things you can do to support them. Read more

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3 things everyone should know about suicide

Talking about suicide can reduce shame and encourage someone who is struggling or at risk to seek out support. Here are three things everyone should know about suicide and how to start a conversation. Read more

Staff and faculty: Tips for talking about suicide

The end of the semester can be a difficult time for students. Here are some tips for staff and faculty who are concerned that a student may be struggling or thinking about suicide. Read more

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