The New York Times Magazine Ranks Salem College No. 2 in the Nation for Economic Diversity
September 12, 2023
WINSTON-SALEM, NC (SEPTEMBER 12, 2023)—In its Education Issue, The New York Times Magazine ranked Salem College No.
Counseling Services
Counseling Services is dedicated to supporting students dealing with emotional and mental health concerns while also making the health and safety of our community a priority as we adapt to the COVID-19 threat. As we return to campus, Counseling Services will provide both in-person and teletherapy sessions, outreach activities, programs, psychoeducational groups and will collaborate with The Office of Wellbeing and Salem’s student organizations to ensure that students are supported as we adjust to the “new normal.”
Individual Counseling Appointments
We are here for you! We are currently providing teletherapy sessions and in-person sessions depending on circumstances. We will determine which type of appointment is appropriate when we set the first appointment.
To request an appointment, email counseling.services@salem.edu. Please include your phone number and the day/times that work best for you. One of our staff will respond to confirm an appointment time.
Office Hours:
| Monday through Thursday: | 8:30am-4:30pm |
| Friday: | 8:30am-4:00pm |
Counseling Goals:
- to respond to any student mental health crisis on campus, assess for danger to self or others and refer appropriately
- to work with each student to identify individual goals toward positive change through counseling and education
- to develop strategies for dealing with symptoms and stressors
- to identify and utilize available support resources and crisis services
- to support student self-advocacy with an understanding of rights and responsibilities
- to make referrals to community resources when appropriate
Why Counseling?
The life of a college student can be exciting, rewarding, challenging, fulfilling and stressful. If you find yourself struggling at any point with some issue or circumstance in your life, or if you simply want suggestions on how to balance your life and take better care of yourself, please contact Salem College’s Counseling Services office.
We provide high-quality counseling and support for a variety of emotional and personal concerns using on-campus support, individual and group counseling, workshops and educational programs. Our professional counselors demonstrate good judgment and sensitivity in their assessment of your needs and concerns and will make referrals to other professionals as appropriate. The Counseling Center is a safe, compassionate and confidential environment.
What Can You Expect from Counseling?
When you meet with a trained counselor in our center, either one-on-one or in a group setting, here is what you can expect from the experience:
- You will do most of the talking.
- Sometimes you may experience painful feelings before feeling better. This does not mean that counseling is not effective, but rather that you are making progress.
- You will need to participate actively and be as open and honest as possible.
- Counselors will not make decisions for you, but will help you make decisions for yourself.
- Tell your counselor if you don’t feel like you are making appropriate progress.
- You may ask for another referral or discontinue counseling at any time.
After-Hours Emergency Resources
For after-hours mental health emergencies, contact Salem Public Safety at 336-917-5555 or the Resident Advisor or Area Coordinator on-call for your area at 336-837-5005.
Mental Health Hotlines – local and national
- Crisis Text Line – free, 24/7, confidential text message service for those in crisis – text HOME to 741741 www.crisistextline.org
- Family Services-Winston Salem- crisis support 24/7 call 336-723-8125
- Family Services Sexual Assault 24hr Crisis Line, Winston Salem – 336-722-4457
- Old Vineyard Behavioral Health 24hr Psychiatric Acute Care Services 336-794-3350
- DayMark Mobile Crisis 24hr- 1-866-275-9552
- Suicide Prevention Lifeline: (800) 273-8255
- Transgender Crisis Hotline: (877) 656-8860
- LGBTQ+ Hotline: (866) 488-7386
- Graduate Student Help Line (800) 472-3457
*Please refer to Salem READY, Salem STRONG for additional information/resources.
Location & Hours
The Salem College Counseling Services office is located in Gramley Hall (Lower Level). During the academic year, the hours are 8:30 a.m.- 12 p.m. & 1-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and otherwise by appointment.
Additional Resources
Suicide prevention
Anxiety and Depression
- Anxiety Disorders
- Bipolar Disorder Health Center
- International Foundation for Education and Research on Depression (IFRED)
- Understanding Depression
Racial Trauma/ Racial Justice
- Young, Gifted, @ Risk and Resilient: A Video Toolkit to Support the Well-Being of Students of Color
- Emotionally Restorative Self Care for People of Color
- Filling our Cups: 4 Ways People of Color can Foster Mental Health and Practice Restorative Healing
- Stepping Out of Privilege with Layla Saad, Author of Me and White Supremacy (The goop Podcast)
Immigration
Addictions/Substance Use
- Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
- ProjectKnow: Understanding Addiction
Gender and Sexuality Resources
- Planned Parenthood - A website that provides information about relationships and sexuality.
- Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States
Grief/Loss
- The Dinner Party: A worldwide community of 20- and 30-somethings who have each experienced loss
- Ultimate Guide to Grieving Support Services
Eating Disorders
Time Management/Study Skills
Relationships
Sexual Assault
Stress Management
Self-Harm
Workshops
Workshops are offered to Salem students throughout the year. Some of these are offered as information sessions in the Refectory during lunch; others are scheduled for about an hour on announced days/evenings.Topics may cover stress/anxiety management, mindfulness, grief/loss issues, alcohol/drug education, clinical depression, eating and body concerns,sexual assault/consent issues, family concerns and/or relationship issues.