Counseling & Psychological Services

Connecting with friends from home can help keep you motivated, but be sure to push yourself to make new friendships as well.

Monday, September 12, 2022 Taking action: How to work through feelings of homesickness

Beginning your college career and adjusting to life at UNL can be exciting, and yet, can often lead to feelings of homesickness. It is normal to experience these feelings in your first year and even later into college as you adjust to being back on campus. Read these tips to help you cope and adjust.

Students can easily schedule an initial evaluation appointment online with CAPS.

Monday, August 8, 2022 CAPS offers online same-day scheduling

New this fall, Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is offering online scheduling for students seeking an initial evaluation appointment. To schedule an appointment, students are encouraged to go online the morning of the same day they’d like to meet with a provider.

The online appointment scheduling is only for students who are new to CAPS.

Construction on Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall (replacement of Mabel Lee Hall) is nearly complete.

Thursday, August 4, 2022 What's new and what's moved on campus for fall 2022

As you come back for the fall semester, you may notice a few changes around campus. Here are a few things that have been in the works while you were away.

Monday, April 18, 2022 Suicide prevention walk is April 24

The University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s 7th annual Out of the Darkness Campus Walk for Suicide Prevention is April 24 at the Nebraska Union Plaza.

Sunday, February 6, 2022 Is your relationship healthy? Review the 10 signs

Comfortable Pace
Your relationship moves at a comfortable speed for both of you. Neither individual should feel rushed or pressured in a way that makes them feel overwhelmed.
Trust
You shouldn’t have to question the other person’s intentions. Instead, you know they respect your privacy and well-being.
Honesty
You don’t have to hide things from one another. While they may not always like what you have to say, they can respond to disappointing news in a considerate way.

The new CAPS support group is intended for parenting students of all levels and genders.

Wednesday, February 2, 2022 New group offers additional support to students with children

Caring for a child while attending college can present unique challenges — that’s why a new support group from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Counseling and Psychological Services will offer encouragement and education to parenting students who are working toward a degree.

Kristin Jagels, a staff member at Counseling & Psychological Services, leads a group therapy session via Zoom.

Monday, January 31, 2022 Demystifying group therapy at CAPS

You may have heard of “group” and wondered what the buzz was all about. Group therapy is a term commonly used by mental health practitioners to help facilitate constructive conversations among individuals who share similar experiences. At Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), all participants are UNL students.

Through group sessions facilitated by a professional at CAPS, students can learn from others, feel supported, gain insight, practice new behaviors and increase self-esteem. All CAPS therapy groups are free to students who have paid student fees.

Graphic with student that asks "How are you really doing?"

Monday, October 25, 2021 New campaign promotes hope, resilience, connectedness, belonging

Huskers Keep Growing, a campaign initiated by Big Red Resilience and Well-being, aims to share positive and empowering messages with students across the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.

Brian Stutz records his podcast, TRIO Thirty Talk, at Andersen Hall on Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021 in Lincoln, Nebraska.

Friday, October 22, 2021 TRIO Thirty Talk podcast highlights campus resources for UNL students

Brian Stutz, an academic outreach specialist for TRIO programs, is on a mission to solve this problem with his podcast, TRIO Thirty Talk. During each 30 minute episode, Stutz highlights student resources at UNL, along with campus events for the given week.

Scrabble board graphic with REACH acronym spelled out

Thursday, September 23, 2021 REACH teaches students to assist those dealing with suicide

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s REACH Training program encourages students to connect with those struggling with suicidal thoughts.

Branched Oak Bike Ride with UNL Outdoor Adventures.

Friday, September 3, 2021 8 great events are happening Sept. 7–12

The first full week of September is also the third week of the semester. Here's a list of recommended campus events for Huskers to check out.

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 CAPS drop-in workshops address a multitude of student needs

A fresh lineup of student workshops is available for students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln from Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Workshop topics include pandemic resilience, assertiveness, anger management, gratitude, communication, life skill building and more.

Each workshop is hosted by a trained professional staff member from CAPS and most sessions last approximately 60 minutes. All workshops will be via Zoom. Students do not need to register beforehand to participate.

Teal ribbon on lawn flag for sexual assault awareness

Friday, August 27, 2021 6 ways to be an active bystander

Has there ever been a time when you felt, wondered, or even knew, something was wrong and you wanted to help, but didn’t? By feeling more confident in knowing what to do you can help create a positive environment for yourself and those around you.

Flowers in bloom in front of Love Library

Wednesday, August 25, 2021 Counselor-in-Residence program continues

The Counselor-in-Residence program will continue its easy-access, mental health counseling services to students who live in dormitories on campus this fall. Through the program, three counselors, each of whom serves a different residential complex, offer increased preventative resources for mental health, stress reduction, relationship health and overall wellness.

Friday, August 6, 2021 9 tips for saving money in college

College can seem expensive, yet it doesn’t have to break the bank. There are many ways to save money while you're a student. Try these tips to set yourself up for financial success throughout your college career.

Monday, June 7, 2021 Some colleges will continue remote counseling sessions after pandemic subsides

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln plans to return to in-person counseling this fall after most recently using a hybrid model, according to Tricia Besett-Alesch, the director of counseling and psychological services.

Friday, June 4, 2021 Summer support groups available from CAPS

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is offering several drop-in group sessions this summer. The sessions will help students improve and understand their mental health. All UNL students are welcome to join.

Topics include:

Engage in self-care activities like yoga, meditation, or journaling are one option to focus on your mental well-being. [photo: Klaus Nielsen | Pexels]

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Read this advice from CAPS.

Here are a few ways you can focus on your mental well-being and check on friends and family.

Monday, April 26, 2021 Mental health professionals offer guidance on healing from pandemic difficulties

In mid-March 2020, University of Nebraska-Lincoln students received an email stating classes would be suspended for a week prior to spring break and would return to online classes for the remainder of the semester. Nearly a year later, the world looks very different than it did at the time of that fateful email.

Friday, April 23, 2021 Activities you shouldn't miss this week | April 26 - May 1

Even toward the end of the semester, there is still a lot happening around town that you won't want to miss out on. Fight your FOMO and head out to any of these social, active or educational events this week.