UMD Counseling Center

UMD Counseling Center The University Counseling Center at UMD, Division of Student Affairs. For an appointment or more information, please call or visit us during business hours.

For emergencies call 911. Messages not monitored. Reposts do not equal endorsements. During the four years at UMD, students go through many changes and face many obstacles. The UMD Counseling Center provides free services to students who are going through academic issues, social and family issues and vocational concerns about their future. This page is not monitored 24/7 and should not be used for emergency purposes and/or schedule an appointment. The Counseling Center’s after hours call service which is staffed by professional counselors is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for urgent mental health concerns. Should you need this service, please call 301-314-7651. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency that requires immediate attention, call 911 or proceed to a nearby hospital emergency room.

Happy Winter Break, Terps!
12/22/2025

Happy Winter Break, Terps!

Finals season reminder: your brain needs rest to perform at its best. Swipe for 8 simple habits to improve your sleep an...
12/15/2025

Finals season reminder: your brain needs rest to perform at its best. Swipe for 8 simple habits to improve your sleep and support your well-being this week.

Stop by the McKeldin Library steps for self-care tips, warm drinks, and a quick break from studying. You’ve got this, Te...
12/09/2025

Stop by the McKeldin Library steps for self-care tips, warm drinks, and a quick break from studying. You’ve got this, Terps!

When things feel unpredictable, it’s natural to feel stressed or unsettled. Join us this Wednesday for a skills session ...
12/08/2025

When things feel unpredictable, it’s natural to feel stressed or unsettled. Join us this Wednesday for a skills session on how to adapt, stay flexible, and take care of your well-being during life’s changes. Learn more here:

Looking to learn more about effective studying and writing strategies? If so, consider attending our wellness series on ...
12/04/2025

Looking to learn more about effective studying and writing strategies? If so, consider attending our wellness series on the best ​​practices for note-taking, paper-writing, studying, and more. Learn more here: counseling.umd.edu/wellness

Feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts lately? Join us for a wellness session focused on recognizing and shifting unhelpfu...
12/01/2025

Feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts lately? Join us for a wellness session focused on recognizing and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns. Learn more here: counseling.umd.edu/wellness

Happy Thanksgiving 🍁 Share this post with someone you are grateful for!
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving 🍁 Share this post with someone you are grateful for!

When emotions run high, it’s easy to react before we’ve had a chance to think. The S.T.O.P. technique helps you pause, b...
11/22/2025

When emotions run high, it’s easy to react before we’ve had a chance to think. The S.T.O.P. technique helps you pause, breathe, and respond with intention rather than impulse.

Join us to explore how vulnerability can strengthen your relationships and help you feel more authentically connected to...
11/17/2025

Join us to explore how vulnerability can strengthen your relationships and help you feel more authentically connected to the people in your life. Don’t miss our “Deepening Relationships through Vulnerability” Wellness Series session this Tuesday!
Learn more at counseling.umd.edu/wellness

Feeling stuck or disappointed? Join us at today’s Wellness Series to learn how to practice mindfulness, cultivate gratit...
11/13/2025

Feeling stuck or disappointed? Join us at today’s Wellness Series to learn how to practice mindfulness, cultivate gratitude, and develop a growth mindset. Learn more here: http://counseling.umd.edu/wellness

Effective Communication SkillsCaption: Learn how to express yourself clearly and confidently in class, with friends, and...
11/03/2025

Effective Communication Skills
Caption: Learn how to express yourself clearly and confidently in class, with friends, and in tough moments. Join us for ‘Effective Communication Skills’ this Tuesday. Click here to learn morehttp://counseling.umd.edu/wellness

Emotions can feel overwhelming but they don’t last forever. Join us to learn strategies for understanding your emotions ...
10/29/2025

Emotions can feel overwhelming but they don’t last forever. Join us to learn strategies for understanding your emotions and coping with distress in healthy, compassionate ways.   Learn more and sign up here: counseling.umd.edu/wellness

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Shoemaker Building, 4281 Chapel Lane
College Park, MD
20742

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