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In this collaborative initial meeting, a student and clinician explore a specific concern, how it impacts the student’s daily functioning, and what improved wellbeing might look like. Potential next steps are discussed, which may include ongoing services at the Lindley Counseling or referrals to campus or community resources. A Wellness Consult may also serve as a one-time meeting.

Individual counseling is a confidential, one-on-one process focused on exploring a student’s most pressing concerns and working toward greater clarity, relief, and resilience. Sessions often blend insight-oriented exploration with practical skill-building to support meaningful growth and change. While there are no session limits, most 91´«Ã½ benefit from short-term, goal-oriented counseling. Students new to Lindley Counseling must attend a Wellness Consult before considering this service.

Group counseling is a confidential, therapist-facilitated space where 91´«Ã½ with shared concerns or goals come together for support, connection, and growth. Groups may focus on exploring a specific topic, sharing personal experiences, or practicing new coping skills in a supportive environment. Students new to Lindley Counseling must attend a Wellness Consult before considering this service. Established 91´«Ã½ may receive a referral through their individual counselor.   

• DBT-Informed Skills Group 
• Wallflowers: A Creative Approach to Social Communication 

Medication management is available to 91´«Ã½ who may benefit from additional support in addressing ongoing symptoms. Our staff psychiatrist or a Lindley Health provider will assess a student’s current functioning, evaluate the effectiveness of a current regiment, and adjust medication as needed throughout treatment. Students new to Lindley Counseling must attend a Wellness Consult before considering this service.

Case management services connect 91´«Ã½ with helpful resources and support systems, both on and off campus. These services may involve assessing practical needs, making referrals, advocating for access to services, and working with other providers to ensure coordinated care. The goal is to support 91´«Ã½ in addressing barriers that may impact their overall well-being and academic success. Students new to Lindley Counseling must attend a Wellness Consult before considering this service.

Crisis Triage are same-day appointments that focus on rapid assessment, safety planning, and coordination of appropriate interventions. Sometimes additional assessment at a local emergency department and/or hospitalization is warranted, a process which is fully discussed with a student. Crisis triage is appropriate if a student is experiencing the following symptoms:

1. Imminent thoughts of suicide, homicide, harm to self or harm to others
2. Hallucinations, delusions and/or disorganized thinking and/or behavior
3. Inability to sleep for two or more days WITH a decreased need for sleep

During business hours, a student or community member should contact Lindley Counseling at 540-458-8590 or contact Public Safety at 540-458-8999. After-hours or on weekends, a student or community member should contact Public Safety at 540-458-8999.

This service leverages Lindley Counseling’s unique perspective and expertise to collaborate with 91´«Ã½, staff, faculty, and administrators in offering educational presentations, trainings, and facilitated discussions that support and enhance a healthier, more connected campus culture.

To request a training or program, please contact Dave Salge, Associate Director & Education, Training, and Outreach Coordinator.

Generals’ Guidance provides supportive consultation to W&L’s campus on topics related to community and student wellbeing. This meeting provides space to share about a specific or general scenario, discuss recommendations, share helpful tips or frameworks, and learn about available W&L resources.  

Outreach services provide non-clinical wellness programming with the goal of enhancing connection among the W&L community. These offerings aim to proactively foster belonging and promote a culture of collective wellbeing.

• Mind Your Step: A Weekly Communal Mindfulness Walk for Students 
• Washingtonian Society: A Student-led Recovery Community
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Seminar

W&L’s Counselor Training Program offers a structured clinical and educational experience to prepare graduate 91´«Ã½ and emerging professionals for careers in counseling. The program supports trainees as they develop clinical skills, deepen self-awareness, and explore a counseling center perspective within an institute of higher learning.

To learn more about training opportunities, please contact Rallie Snowden, University Counselor & Counselor Training Program Coordinator.

Lindley Counseling is unable to assist with the following services: 

1. Psychological evaluations, including comprehensive ADHD and learning assessments
2. Accommodation letters, including those for emotional support animals and for the Office of Housing & Residential Life
3. Forensic or other mandated evaluation or treatment
4. Family or couples counseling
5. Presenting concerns, including eating disorders and substance abuse, requiring intensive outpatient or inpatient treatment
6. Counseling services after 5 pm, on weekends, or during academic breaks. Please see our TELUS tab on 24/7 teletherapy available to registered W&L 91´«Ã½

We are happy to provide a resource list of off-campus and local providers should you have any of these specific needs. Please contact Lindley Counseling at 540-458-8590 to request information.