{"id":202922,"date":"2024-08-30T09:14:33","date_gmt":"2024-08-30T19:14:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/?p=202922"},"modified":"2024-08-30T09:14:33","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T19:14:33","slug":"uh-manoa-students-free-mental-health-services","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/2024\/08\/30\/uh-manoa-students-free-mental-health-services\/","title":{"rendered":"Free mental health services available for <abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> M\u0101noa students"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/manoa-csdc-heart-gnrc.png\" alt=\"Two hands holding a paper heart\" width=\"676\" height=\"381\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-154960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/manoa-csdc-heart-gnrc.png 676w, https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/manoa-csdc-heart-gnrc-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/manoa-csdc-heart-gnrc-130x73.png 130w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 676px) 100vw, 676px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For students at the <a href=\"https:\/\/manoa.hawaii.edu\/\">University of <span aria-label=\"Hawaii\">Hawai&#699;i<\/span> at M\u0101noa<\/a>, starting a new academic year often brings a mix of excitement and nerves. With the challenges of balancing school, work, family, social life and extracurricular activities, many may find themselves wondering where to turn for support with their mental health and well-being.<\/p>\n<p>An array of programs are dedicated to serving the unique needs of <abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> M\u0101noa students. Mental health services are available through the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.manoa.hawaii.edu\/counseling\/\">Counseling and Student Development Center<\/a>. Services tailored specifically for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mentalhealth.va.gov\/student-veteran\/vital-program.asp\">student-veterans<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/hawaiiathletics.com\/rainbowwellness\">student-athletes<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/kwaahila.org\/\">Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander haum&#257;na<\/a> (students) are also available. The university also offers access to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.manoa.hawaii.edu\/counseling\/outreach\/tao_connect.php\">self-help resources<\/a>, as well as programs for students looking to decrease their <a href=\"https:\/\/hawaii.edu\/shs\/health_promotion\/basics.php\">substance use<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.manoa.hawaii.edu\/counseling\/\">Counseling and Student Development Center (<abbr>CSDC<\/abbr>)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><abbr>CSDC<\/abbr> provides free, confidential brief individual, couples, group and career counseling through scheduled appointments with a mental health professional. Interested students should call (808) 956-7927 to complete a brief initial telephone appointment with a <abbr>CSDC<\/abbr> counselor who can connect them with the most appropriate service.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.manoa.hawaii.edu\/counseling\/our_services\/skill-based_group_therapy.php\">Group therapy is available<\/a>, with groups focused on building healthy relationships, developing <abbr>GRE<\/abbr>ater awareness and insight, and exploring personal identity.<\/li>\n<li>The <abbr>CSDC<\/abbr> also has crisis counselors available during business hours (Monday&#8211;Friday 8:30 a.m.&#8211;3:30 p.m.) to assist students needing immediate mental health support. Students can call or walk-in to attend a crisis appointment.<\/li>\n<li>Training opportunities, and clinical and program consultation regarding student mental health are available. Faculty and staff can contact <abbr>CSDC<\/abbr> about how to refer students to appropriate resources, or to <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSd-m0ZO9W2K8oBGr8D4Yl4GTLGOca_ZFZfwjhwaAS0vrOW1QQ\/viewform?usp=sf_link\">arrange topical trainings for their departments<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The <abbr>CSDC<\/abbr> hosts various events to promote mental health, including the upcoming &ldquo;Love Life&rdquo; event on September 27, 10 a.m.&#8211;2 p.m. at the Campus Center Courtyard. At the event, students can explore on-campus mental health resources and learn practical skills to enhance their well-being.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.manoa.hawaii.edu\/counseling\/testing_office\/\"><abbr>CSDC<\/abbr>\u2019s Testing Office<\/a> serves as an authorized testing site for various standardized tests and licensure\/certification examinations, including the <abbr>GRE<\/abbr> (General and Subject), Praxis, <abbr>TOEFL<\/abbr>, <abbr>CLEP<\/abbr>, and Meazure Learning testing programs, and offers individual proctoring for non-<abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> system distance learning courses. Any inquiries regarding test availability, scheduling, fees, etc., may be directed to the Testing Office at (808) 956-3454 or <a href=\"mailto:uhmtest@hawaii.edu\">uhmtest@hawaii.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kwaahila.org\/\">Ka Malu a <span aria-label=\"Waahila\">Wa&#699;ahila<\/span><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Culturally responsive behavioral health services to all students who identify as K&#257;naka <span aria-label=\"Oiwi\">&#699;&#332;iwi<\/span> (Native Hawaiian) or Pacific Islander. Individual therapy and workshops provided in collaboration with campus partners, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/manoa.hawaii.edu\/nhss\/\">Native Hawaiian Student Services<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/manoa.hawaii.edu\/gpap\/\">Graduate Professional Access<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kwaahila.org\/\">Register for one-on-one, free, confidential therapy services online.<\/a> Clinicians are available for telehealth services and limited in-person services at Queen <span aria-label=\"Liliuokalani\">Lili&#699;uokalani<\/span> Center for Student Services, third floor. Email inquiries to: <a href=\"mailto:kwaahila@hawaii.edu\">kwaahila@hawaii.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hawaiiathletics.com\/sports\/2023\/5\/25\/rainbow-wellness.aspx\">Rainbow Wellness<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dedicated mental health and wellness services for all <abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> M\u0101noa student athletes in the <a href=\"https:\/\/hawaiiathletics.com\/\">Athletic Department<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>One-on-one, confidential counseling is available via in-person sessions in Nagatani Center, Room 0L25 or via telehealth sessions. No referral is required to access Rainbow Wellness services and all services are free of charge. Email <a href=\"mailto:ATHMH@hawaii.edu\">ATHMH@hawaii.edu<\/a> to book a session or ask questions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mentalhealth.va.gov\/student-veteran\/vital-program-sites.asp\">Veterans Integration to Academic Leadership (<abbr>VITAL<\/abbr>)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <abbr>VITAL<\/abbr> program is a partnership with the Department of Veterans Affairs (<abbr>VA<\/abbr>) to help student veterans achieve academic and career goals. Student veterans enrolled at <abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> M\u0101noa and are eligible for <abbr>VA<\/abbr> healthcare and can meet with a mental health professional via <abbr>VA<\/abbr> Video Connect. Call (808) 940-9098 to schedule an appointment.<\/li>\n<li>Student veterans in need of immediate mental health attention are recommended to call <abbr>VA<\/abbr> Mental Health Triage at 1-800-214-1306, option 2, option 4 (Monday&#8211;Friday, 7:30 a.m.&#8211;4 p.m.) or Veterans Crisis Line at 988, option 1 (available 24\/7). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mentalhealth.va.gov\/student-veteran\/vital-program-sites.asp\">For more information, go to the <abbr>VITAL<\/abbr> website.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/shs\/health_promotion\/adep.php\">Alcohol and Other Drugs Education Program (<abbr>ADEP<\/abbr>)<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><abbr>ADEP<\/abbr> is a comprehensive initiative designed to empower students with the knowledge and skills necessary to make informed and responsible decisions regarding alcohol and substance use.<\/li>\n<li>Students can access <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/shs\/health_promotion\/basics.php\">Brief Alcohol Screening and Intervention for College Students<\/a> (<abbr>BASICS<\/abbr>), a free program designed to address alcohol-related (and other substances including vaping) issues among students through personalized interventions. Email inquiries to <a href=\"mailto:adep@hawaii.edu\">adep@hawaii.edu<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Online Self-Help Resources<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> M\u0101noa students can access <a href=\"https:\/\/www.taoconnect.org\/what_is_tao\/us\/\">Therapy Assistance Online<\/a> (<abbr>TAO<\/abbr>), a suite of online educational programs with engaging videos, animations, and interactive activities that use evidence-based content to address common mental health-related concerns. Students have <a href=\"http:\/\/www.manoa.hawaii.edu\/counseling\/outreach\/tao_connect.php\">completely anonymous, free access to <abbr>TAO<\/abbr><\/a> throughout the semester using their <abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> email address.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/ohr\/benefits-leave\/benefit\/employee-assistance-program-eap\/\"><abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> Employee Assistance Program<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Faculty and staff members seeking mental health services can contact the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/ohr\/benefits-leave\/benefit\/employee-assistance-program-eap\/\"><abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> Employee Assistance Program<\/a> (<abbr>EAP<\/abbr>) offered by Employee Assistance of the Pacific. All regular, temporary and exempt employees are eligible for <abbr>EAP<\/abbr> services.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Counseling and Student Development Center offers an array of programs dedicated to serving <abbr>东精影业<\/abbr> M\u0101noa students.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":16,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[26],"tags":[1146,1501,1157,9],"class_list":["post-202922","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-community","tag-counseling","tag-csdc","tag-mental-health","tag-uh-manoa","entry","has-media"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/202922","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/16"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=202922"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/202922\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":202924,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/202922\/revisions\/202924"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=202922"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=202922"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hawaii.edu\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=202922"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}