About Us | Counseling & Psychological Services

At Counseling & Psychological Services, we are dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of OSU students. We are here to help you achieve your goals, foster personal growth, and promote a culture of care across campus. We pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment where every student feels seen and valued. We are committed to ensuring that everyone’s specific needs are met with professionalism, compassion, and respect.

What We Offer

Our comprehensive range of services is designed to support the needs of a diverse student body. We provide immediate support during critical times, multiple short-term individual counseling options, and an extensive group counseling program. The Mind Spa provides a private tranquil space where students and employees can unwind, and we offer resources to explore that can help boost resilience and make self-care more accessible.

We offer specialized services such as counselors dedicated to supporting specific student communities, letters for gender-affirming healthcare, and identity-based support groups. Additionally, we provide guidance for students concerned about others, consultations for faculty and family members, and referrals to off-campus counselors. Finally, our mental health promotion initiatives aim to make mental well-being a priority across campus.

Group photo of CAPS staff taken in the OSU Memorial Union

Meet Our Team

We are a diverse team of interdisciplinary, compassionate professionals dedicated to supporting the mental well-being of OSU students. Our specialized services cater to various identities and needs, ensuring inclusive and trauma-informed care across campus. Our team is comprised of:

Mental health professionals: Caring counselors with expertise in the challenges faced by college students.
Interpersonal violence counselors: Providing trauma-informed support to survivors of sexual assault, stalking, relationship abuse, and other types of interpersonal and gender-based violence.
Embedded counselors: Located within the College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Engineering, and the Department of Athletics to provide tailored support.
Diverse identities: Our counselors reflect the diversity of our student body, representing various racial, ethnic, and LGBTQ+ identities.
Public health professionals: Leading outreach, education, and initiatives to integrate mental well-being across campus.
Front desk staff: Warm, welcoming, and ready to assist with any questions or concerns.
Student ambassadors: Empowering peers through workshops, presentations, community events, and educational social media content.

Staff Directory

CAPS Counselors

Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate, individualized support to all of our clients. If you are referred to individual counseling, we will do our best to match you with a counselor who aligns with your needs and preferences whenever possible. However, please note that we are generally unable to accommodate requests for specific counselors. Rest assured, every member of our team brings expertise in the unique challenges faced by college students, and we are all here to help you thrive.