Mental Health Services

OFFICE HOURS: Monday – Thursday: 8:00am to 5:00pm • Friday: 8:00am to 3:00pm
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT: 303-615-9999
AFTER-HOURS CRISIS SUPPORT & VICTIM ASSISTANCE: 303-615-9911

Mental Health Services

The Health Center at Auraria’s Mental Health Services are available to all Auraria constituents. Services are provided by staff medical providers, which include both general medicine clinicians and specialists in psychiatry. Each of these providers is licensed to prescribe medications when clinically indicated.

Consider taking a Free Online Assessment prior to making an appointment. There is no need to register, and you can print out the result if you’d like. These assessment tools are not meant to be diagnostic and are not required to schedule an appointment, but could help inform discussion with your medical or mental health provider.

Below is a summary of Mental Health Services:

Addiction Resources
Assessment for the need of psychotropic medications
Biopsychosocial assessments
Case management, resourcing and advocacy
Crisis intervention
Diagnostic evaluations
Medication management (Ongoing monitoring of both physical and emotional functioning when medication is prescribed)
Outreach Programs
Referrals to higher level of care, if clinically or medically necessary

Walk-in Crisis Appointments are available during business hours.

Health Insurance Coverage

Each health insurance plan is different. It’s important for any patient to understand what their health insurance plan covers for Medical and Mental Health Services. More information about Insurance can be found on Health Insurance.

There’s no fee associated with Crisis Service Intervention for Medical or Mental Health Services. If individuals would like follow-up care, fees include standard health insurance copayments. Self-pay options are also available.

For all MSU Denver Students and CU Denver International Students on the Student Health Insurance Plan, there are no fees associated with Mental Health Services.

Call for additional information or to schedule an appointment.

Referrals

If needed, the Health Center at Auraria providers work with patients to make referrals to outside providers when additional services are needed. You have the right to be aware that your provider may refer you to treatment in the community should your clinical care needs exceed what is available or appropriate at the Health Center at Auraria.

Campus Resources

CCD Counseling Center
Appointments for CCD Students.
Tivoli 245 | 303-352-3205

MSU Denver Counseling Center
Appointments for MSU Denver Students.
Tivoli 651 | 303-615-9988

CU Denver Counseling Center
Appointments for CU Denver Students.
Tivoli 454 | 303-315-7270

24/7 Mental Health and Victim Assistance Crisis Line
Available for all students, faculty and staff on campus.
303-615-9911 or text TALK to 38255

Online Resources

Colorado Wellness Recovery
This resource page provides Colorado-specific resources for both mental health and substance use recovery.

Free Guided Meditations
Numerous guided meditations in both English and Spanish as well as access to the UCLA Mindful app.

National Institute of Mental Health
Educational information on common diagnoses, treatments and medication, as well as population-specific resources.

National Association of Mental Illness College Guide
A helpful guide for college students and families on having a conversation around mental health, treatment options, privacy rights, offering support and reducing stigma.

Transitioning your mental healthcare
A guide created by the JED Foundation that provides information specifically to individuals looking to transition their mental health or medical care to a new provider.

JED Foundation
a leading non-profit organization working to protect the emotional health of America’s college students. A resource for college students to explore various mental health conditions, how to communicate with a friend for whom they are concerned, and connect with various wellness resources.

Mental Health Apps

Calm
Ideal for meditation and mindfulness, addressing areas such as sleep, stress, and anxiety.

Headspace
Ideal for stress reduction and to help with quality sleep.

Insight Timer
One of the largest libraries of free meditations and mindfulness exercises.

Life Armor
Made for the military community, this app provides educational information on substance abuse, depression, anger, life stress, sleep, and work adjustment.

Sanvello
Offers a range of strategies, as well as mood tracking, designed to help with stress, anxiety and depression.

Stop, Breathe, and Think
Offers a variety of activities to help with mindfulness as well tracking individual mood/symptom progress.

Super Better
This app uses a gaming model to encourage positive behavior change.

Virtual HopeBox
This app provides options for inspiration, relaxation, distractions and coping tools.

Disclaimer: This information is offered as a public service and the Health Center at Auraria does not recommend or endorse any specific provider or service. The resource list is provided for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Schedule an appointment

Call 303-615-9999 to schedule an appointment in advance

Please note there is a failed appointment fee of up to $50.00 for missed appointments or short notice cancellations (less than 24 hours).