SHSU Counseling Center

SHSU Counseling Center SHSU Counseling Center provides individual, couples & group therapy to currently enrolled students. This page is not monitored.

If you are having a mental health crisis, contact Crisis Hotline @ 800-784-2433, go to your nearest emergency room or call 911. The SHSU Counseling Center provides individual, couples, and group therapy to students who are currently enrolled. Our mission is to provide service within the university environment that contributes to the academic success, personal growth, and positive social contribution of Sam Houston State University students. We embrace a student-oriented philosophy that is respectful of diversity and is committed to the development of the student as a whole person. Please note that this page is solely for outreach purposes and for sharing information related to mental health and student wellness. If you are interested in pursuing services at the Counseling Center please contact our office at 936.294.1720 to schedule an initial intake appointment. If you are in a state of crisis, we offer walk-in appointments during our normal hours of operation. In case of an after-hours crisis, you can contact University Police at 936.294.1794 for assistance and they can connect you with an on-call clinician. If you are in a state of emergency or are in imminent danger, please call 911 or head to your nearest emergency room. Please see our website at www.shsu.edu/dept/counseling for more information on our services, location, crisis procedures, and resources.

Celebrating Valentine’s Day Counseling Center style…Our team is doing a Valentine’s Sweet Swap with staff and student th...
02/12/2026

Celebrating Valentine’s Day Counseling Center style…Our team is doing a Valentine’s Sweet Swap with staff and student therapy interns. How sweet it is to be part of this team! 💌

Spring 2026 Group Therapy Spotlight: Crafting Calm 🧶🐘If you are looking for a creative way to destress and find peace, o...
02/03/2026

Spring 2026 Group Therapy Spotlight: Crafting Calm 🧶🐘
If you are looking for a creative way to destress and find peace, our “Crafting Calm” group is here for you. Join us to learn how to crochet adorable comfort animals, starting with charming elephants and soothing turtles.
Details:
🔹 January 29th, 2026 | 3:00pm – 4:00pm
🔹 SHSU Counseling Center
To Participate:
Come by the center or call (936) 294-1720 for a quick screening.
Please call or visit between 10:00-11:00am or 1:00-3:30pm.

Spring 2026 Group Therapy Spotlight: It’s Complicated ❤️‍🩹If you are navigating complicated romantic relationships, “sit...
02/03/2026

Spring 2026 Group Therapy Spotlight: It’s Complicated ❤️‍🩹
If you are navigating complicated romantic relationships, “situationships,” or break-ups, our “It’s Complicated” group is here for you. Join us weekly to explore the highs and lows, manage complex feelings, and set healthy boundaries.
Details:
🔹 Thursdays | 1:00 – 2:30 PM
🔹 SHSU Counseling Center
To Participate:
Come by the center or call (936) 294-1720 for a quick screening.
Please call or visit between 10:00-11:00am or 1:00-3:30pm.

Spring 2026 Group Therapy Spotlight: Taking Back Hope 🌱If you are navigating depression, bipolar disorder, or difficult ...
02/03/2026

Spring 2026 Group Therapy Spotlight: Taking Back Hope 🌱
If you are navigating depression, bipolar disorder, or difficult moods, our “Taking Back Hope” group is here for you. Join us weekly to build coping strategies and find support.
Details:
🔹 Wednesdays | 3:00 – 4:30 PM
🔹 SHSU Counseling Center
To Participate:
Come by the center or call (936) 294-1720 for a quick screening.
Please call or visit between 10:00-11:00am or 1:00-3:30pm.

College Can be a lot, Bearkats. Group therapy is a space to talk, connect, and feel supported by people who get it. You ...
02/02/2026

College Can be a lot, Bearkats. Group therapy is a space to talk, connect, and feel supported by people who get it. You don’t have to do this alone. Come see us at the Counseling Center.

Thanks to  and  for celebrating that Mental Health Matters and including the Counseling Center at the game yesterday!
01/30/2026

Thanks to and for celebrating that Mental Health Matters and including the Counseling Center at the game yesterday!

Hey Bearkats! 🐾 I’m Asia , one of your Public Health interns at the Counseling Center. So excited for the opportunity to...
01/29/2026

Hey Bearkats! 🐾 I’m Asia , one of your Public Health interns at the Counseling Center. So excited for the opportunity to be part of this amazing team!






Hey Bearkats! 🐾 I’m Jadelene, one of your Public Health interns at the Counseling Center. So grateful for the opportunit...
01/27/2026

Hey Bearkats! 🐾 I’m Jadelene, one of your Public Health interns at the Counseling Center. So grateful for the opportunity to be part of this amazing team!

Stay warm and safe, Bearkats!
01/25/2026

Stay warm and safe, Bearkats!

Oh, looking back at the week.. laughs, self-care, and slam dunks! 🏀 Stay warm, Bearkats!
01/23/2026

Oh, looking back at the week.. laughs, self-care, and slam dunks! 🏀 Stay warm, Bearkats!

🚨New Group starting soon! Calm U is a five week group starting February 2! Call the Counseling Center at 936-294-1720 if...
01/22/2026

🚨New Group starting soon! Calm U is a five week group starting February 2! Call the Counseling Center at 936-294-1720 if you’re interested!

Address

1608 Avenue J
Huntsville, TX
77340

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(936) 294-1720

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