Counseling Services

We are here to help

Alvin College Counseling Services provides free, confidential, and short-term mental health counseling for registered Alvin College students age 18+. In-person and virtual appointments are available:

Questions? Email us at Counseling Services for assistance.

If you or someone you know is in a suicidal crisis, call 9-1-1, go to your nearest hospital emergency room, or call or text 9-8-8 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

Our experienced counselors will help you navigate emotional concerns, build new skills, and strengthen personal resources.

Students often seek help in one of the following areas, and we are open to discussing any other goals or concerns you may have:

  • Adjusting to college
  • Anxiety
  • Coping strategies
  • Depression
  • Emotional distress
  • Grief & loss
  • Family stressors
  • Personal growth
  • Relationships
  • Self-esteem
  • Stress management
  • Suicide prevention and intervention resources
  • Referrals for additional support

Our counselors offer programs, wellness events and groups to support your mental wellbeing. See the Campus Events Calendar for updates!

To request that a counselor reach out to a student to share information about our services, please complete a Counseling Services Referral Form.

  • Fall & Spring Semesters: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
  • Summer Semester: Monday - Thursday, 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Alvin College counselors do not check messages or have availability after hours, during holidays, vacation, or when the campus is closed.

If you or someone you know is in a suicidal crisis, call 9-1-1, go to your nearest hospital emergency room, or call or text 9-8-8 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline

For additional 24/7 mental health support contact:

  • Gulf Coast Center Crisis Line: 1-866-729-3848
  • Crisis Text Line: text "hello" to 741741
  • The Trevor Project Crisis and Suicide Intervention Line: 1-866-488-7386

Dual Enrollment students are referred to their high school campus counselors and/or campus administrators for mental health support. Please contact Alvin College Counseling Services if you have any questions or need referral support.