Resources

If You Are In Crisis

If you are in immediate crisis, call 911 or the Counseling Center at 956.326.2230 and press 3 to speak with a crisis counselor now.

If Someone You Know Is In Crisis

If a student is experiencing a crisis, displaying odd behavior, or engaging in other behaviors that may be harmful, please complete the Behavioral Assessment and Intervention (BAIT) Form

View Additional Crisis Information

Student Resources

Below, you may explore different resources and support for commonly experienced mental health concerns.

I'm experiencing...

Suicidal Thoughts

Substance Use Concerns

Social Media Stress

Relationship Problems

Gender and Sexuality Issues

Anxiety

Faculty & Staff Resources

Helping a Distressed Student

Below you will find answers to frequently asked questions on how to render aid to a distressed student. For any additional questions, please contact us at 956.326.2230 or at Student Center (STC) 126.

What should I say?

How do I find out whether they actually went, who they saw, and what happened?

Who qualifies for services?

If I just give you the name of a student I am worried about, can the Counseling Center call the student in for an appointment?

What happens if I walk-over a student I am concerned about?

Support Student's Mental Health

Support Guides

For many students, mental health is the leading reason they struggle at school or don't graduate. Below you can find an easy-to-use guides. The faculty guide provides educators with simple, evidence-based ways you can support your students. The interaction guide provides information on the steps that need to be taken when interacting with a distressed student.

Faculty Guide

Interaction Guide

Community Resources

Local Mental Health Agencies

Below are various agencies that provide mental health services to those residing in the community of Laredo, Texas.

Border Region Behavioral Health Center

Pillar

SCAN

Children's Advocacy Center

Casa Amistad

TAMIU-Community Counseling Center

Additional Community Resources

Resource Guide

The community offers an extensive array of support services and resources. We have compiled a list of additional resources that include health clinics, nutrition assistance, substance use recovery treatment, shelter assistance, veterans' assistance, domestic violence assistance, legal services, aging and disability services, and more.

Community Resource Guide