Counseling & Personal Development Center

Contact Information

Location: Schultz Hall/Winslow Health Center
Phone: (814) 332-4368
Email: cpdc@allegheny.edu
Times: Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays - 12pm-8pm, Tuesdays/Thursdays appointments may also be available
 

Crisis Response: Crisis resources are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Students are encouraged to use the CampusCare program by downloading the 98point6 App on their mobile devices. Students are also encouraged to utilize the National Suicide and Crisis Line by either calling or texting 988.

Virtual Option: All students have access to virtual therapy appointments by downloading the 98point6 app on their mobile devices, log in, and request to speak with a therapist via the chat function. These sessions are free; insurance is not billed; and students have up to 36 appointments a year. Please note: there are some clinical limitations to types of presenting concerns that can be addressed virtually. Some students may be referred to in person counseling options, including inpatient and or intensive outpatient treatment. 

On Campus Option: Allegheny College has contracted with Edinboro Psychological Services to provide in person, on campus counseling. Students will have a limited number of sessions, but additional sessions may be granted based on clinician recommendation and availability. Student insurance will be billed. Students who cannot use their insurance may request to have their sessions funded through the College.

Requesting Services: Students can request services by emailing wellness@allegheny.edu. Faculty, staff, and administrators can refer students by emailing wellness@allegheny.edu. 

What to do when concerned for a student: 

• Mild/Moderate concerns (such as missing classes, late turning in assignments, changes in behaviors), faculty/staff/administrators can email wellness@allegheny.edu and request a referral to counseling and/or request a reach out from the Wellness Case Manager.

• Severe concerns (such as comments about hurting self or others, concern for physical safety, significant changes in mood/behaviors, etc.) faculty/staff/administrators should reach out to either Public Safety (814-332-3357) or the Student Life Office (814-332-4356 or deanofstudents@allegheny.edu) and request a wellness check.