CLEMSON University resources
IfYoureReadingThis.org is one of many great resources available to Clemson University students. Below we’ve provided a brief description of a few of these resources, as well as how to access them. While this list is not exhaustive, we hope it is helpful.
COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), the mental health department of Student Health Services, offers a wide array of services along a continuum of intensity for various psychological issues. Many options are available from individual therapy or group therapy to workshops and support groups.
Location: 735 McMillan Rd, Clemson, SC 29631
Daytime Phone: (864)-656-2451, After Hours Psychological Emergency: (864)-656-2222 (CUPD, ask for CAPS counselor)
ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS COUNSELING
The Assessment, Choices, Treatment and Transitions (ACTT) is a program through CAPS that provides assessment, prevention, intervention and treatment services to reduce the risk associated with substance use and abuse within the Clemson University family. We strive to develop student awareness, knowledge and skills to increase personal and social responsibility in order to remove obstacles for student success.
Location: 735 McMillan Rd, Clemson, SC 29631
Daytime Phone: (864)-656-2451, After Hours Psychological Emergency: (864)-656-2222 (CUPD, ask for CAPS counselor)
CU CARES
A CAPS program that provides services for survivors of trauma. The program provides both individual and group counseling services by providers specialized in trauma treatment.
Interventions are evidenced based and specifically target trauma and its impact.
Location: 735 McMillan Rd, Clemson, SC 29631
Daytime Phone: (864)-656-2451, After Hours Psychological Emergency: (864)-656-2222 (CUPD, ask for CAPS counselor)
TIGERS TOGETHER
Tigers Together is Clemson University’s suicide prevention initiative.
Their primary purpose is to prevent suicide by decreasing risk factors, enhancing protective factors, facilitating gatekeeper workshops via our Tigers Together Advocate Training (TTAT) program, reducing stigma and creating an overall community of caring for the Clemson University family.
THERAPY ASSISTANCE ONLINE
TAO is an online library of engaging, interactive programs that help you learn life skills and bounce back from disappointments or obstacles. As you watch the videos and engage with the interactive components, you will gain the necessary knowledge and self-awareness to achieve your specific goals.
TAO provides an online library of resources, available whenever you need.
THE HARVEY AND LUCINDA GANTT MULTICULTURAL CENTER
The Harvey and Lucinda Gantt Multicultural Center is part of the Division of Inclusion and Equity and is committed to creating diverse learning environments that enhance the intercultural competence of our students. The center supports and advocates for the needs of all students, challenges students to think critically about themselves and their communities, provides engaging experiential learning opportunities and empowers students to be positive change agents.
Location: Brackett 300, Clemson, SC 29634
Phone: 864-656-7625
CRISIS TEXT LINE
Crisis Text Line is free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Text 741741 from anywhere in the US to text with a trained Crisis Counselor. Crisis Text Line trains volunteers to support people in crisis.
Crisis Text Line is free, confidential, and 24/7.
To access, text “Tigers” to 741-741 anytime and a crisis counselor will speak with you.