University Counseling & Wellness Center-University of South Alabama

The mission of the University Counseling and Wellness Center is to provide high quality counseling, t This page is NOT continuously monitored. to 5:00 p.m.

Please do NOT contact Counseling & Testing Services via Facebook. If you are in need of counseling services, please call (251) 460-7051 to set up an appointment. If you are in crisis, please call 911 or go to the nearest hospital for immediate assistance. USA Counseling & Testing Services strives to facilitate the academic, emotional, social, and career development of university students. Our loca

tion, hours of operation, & phone number are as follows:

326 Alpha Hall East, 555 University Boulevard North
Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. (closed during holidays)
460-7051

The services we provide include:

Individual, relationship, and group counseling
Career testing, interpretation, and counseling
Substance abuse assessment, counseling, and education
Sexual assault counseling
Outreach educational programs on variety of topics
Consultation for faculty and staff on mental health issues
Standardized test administration and proctoring of other academic/special examinations
Referrals to other mental health providers and/or resources when appropriate

The eligibility and cost for services are detailed below:

All currently enrolled USA students are eligible for counseling services and there is no limit on the number of counseling sessions that one may receive. Counseling services are provided free of charge. The department does charge fees to students directly for some of the standardized tests that are administered. To get started...

To schedule an appointment for counseling and/or testing, contact the office at 460-7051. If you are coming in for counseling, our secretary will ask you for some information about the issue(s) of concern so that you can be assigned to the appropriate counselor. You are not required to disclose this information if you do not want to do so. When you come in for the counseling appointment itself, you will be asked to complete a brief intake form prior to beginning counseling. It is a good idea to arrive about ten minutes early for the first appointment so that the necessary paperwork can be completed without resulting in a delay in being seen. Appointments generally last about 50 minutes. Confidentiality

Counseling services are provided confidentially. Information is not divulged to others without a student’s consent unless there are compelling ethical and/or legal reasons for doing so such as when there is a threat of serious harm to self or others.

01/27/2026

The Mindful Pages Collective Book Club Kick-Off

University Counseling & Wellness Center

Thursdays at 3:30-4:30pm

Looking for a low-stress way to work on your mental health and connect with other students? Come learn more about our new self-help book club, the Mindful Pages Collective! This is a casual, supportive space to read, reflect, and talk about real-life stuff like stress, relationships, burnout, and navigating college. We’ll enjoy some hot cocoa and provide you with this semester’s book, The Happiness Trap by Russ Harris. Open to all students, come as you are!

01/27/2026

CREATE & PAUSE
Craft. Connect. Recharge.
You Belong Here.
Starting Wednesday, February 4 at 3:30 pm UCWC - ALL ARE WELCOME!

Feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or disconnected?
Take a moment to slow down, create something meaningful, and connect with others in a welcoming space.

Create & Pause is a drop-in creative wellness experience hosted by UCWC, designed to help you recharge, build connection, and take care of yourself—no pressure, no appointments. Students participate in simple, low-pressure craft activities while the counselor is present for informal conversation and support. This non-clinical format promotes emotional regulation, a sense of belonging, and the approachability of counseling resources.

08/20/2025

Join Us Tomorrow From 11 am - 2 pm for Coffee with Counseling and Wellness! Come tour our Center and let us know how we can help you thrive at South this year!🐾❤️💙

08/19/2025

🎉🐾 Welcome Jaguars! 🐾🎉

We are excited to welcome our new, transfer, and returning students to South Alabama for the Fall Semester 2025! 📚

Wishing you all a semester filled with growth, success, and unforgettable experiences!

08/19/2025

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🎙️🐾 Introducing the South PawsCast! 🐾🎙️

Brought to you by the University Counseling and Wellness Center!

Hosted by our counselors, this podcast is dedicated to fostering open, honest conversations about mental health. Through expert insight and compassionate guidance, we aim to break stigma, build resilience, and create a space where every student feels seen, heard, and valued.

Join us on YouTube for real talk, support, and wellness tips tailored just for you. Let’s navigate this journey together. 💙

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