Mental health and wellness resources, news, and information from UTHealth Student Counseling Services.
988: The New and Easy-to-Remember Crisis Resource Number
September 8, 2022
Student Counseling Services
September marks National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. This year, UTHealth Houston Student Health and Counseling Services want to honor this month by discussing some of the warning signs for suicide and sharing the crisis resources available to you.
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
May 18, 2022
Jennifer Bahrman, PhD & Jason Yu, PhD
May marks the official celebration of the heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) with an annual month-long commemoration of the historical and cultural contributions of individuals of Asian and Pacific Islander descent to the United States.
Coming Together for Mental Health
May 11, 2022
Student Counseling Services
Since 1949, Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in May as a time to support, destigmatize, and spread knowledge about mental health. At UTHealth Houston Student Health and Counseling Services, we join in the observance of this very important month.
Honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 13, 2022
Student Counseling Services
Student Counseling Services honors Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Click to read more about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., his activism, and continued influence and impact on society.
New Year’s Resolutions for Your Mental Health
January 4, 2022
Jennifer Bahrman, Ph.D.
New year’s resolutions are a tradition that some people follow to mark the start of the new year, or a fresh start, as a way to reflect and make changes that will help them become their best versions. Here are five new year's resolutions for your mental health to help start 2022 off right.
Suicide Prevention Fast Facts
September 3, 2021
Student Counseling Services
September is National Suicide Prevention Month. We would like you to keep these facts about suicide and suicide prevention in mind.
The Patient-Physician Disconnect: Understanding Patient Values
August 12, 2021
Gabriel del Carmen
A great deal of emphasis in our medical education is placed on apprehending those physiological, pathological, and anatomical realities. To truly begin the monumental task of achieving patient-centeredness in healthcare, our practices must reflect a more inclusive and holistic pursuit of healthcare goals and definitions.
Happy Pride Month!
June 11, 2021
Student Counseling Services
Student Counseling Services stands with the LBGTQ+ community in celebrating Pride!
Holistic Gardening
April 22, 2021
Megan Brown
When was the last time you stopped to smell the roses? Or to plant and harvest your own fruit, vegetables, and herbs? Learn about nourishing your physical and mental health through holistic gardening, and have a happy Earth Day!
Leadership is a Process, Not a Position
March 4, 2021
Dustin Peterson
Many people believe leadership is a role, position, or title -- something to aspire to “one day.” In reality, leadership is a process, an approach, or a way of being. Check out this short 3-minute video for ideas for how you can lead today!
Welcome 2021: Adapting to the New Year
January 15, 2021
Jennifer Bahrman, Ph.D.
2020 was plagued with many challenges and we enter 2021 with hope for a new and better year. However, many of the 2020 stressors remain and along with the “winter blues” that many individuals experience during the winter months, we may still be struggling. Five integral self-care techniques are discussed for starting off the new year strong.
Mental Illness Awareness Week and World Mental Health Day 2020
November 13, 2020
Student Counseling Services
Mental Illness Awareness Week runs from October 4-10, 2020 and coincides with World Mental Health Day on October 10th.