MENTAL HEALTH

Mental health services anytime, anywhere

At UW-Whitewater, we are committed to supporting your mental wellbeing. Whether you’re managing stress, anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns, free and accessible mental health resources are available to you at UWW.

When you become a student at UW-Whitewater, you become part of the Warhawk family — an interconnected community that supports one another, with mental health resources available to all Warhawks 24/7.

How to improve mental health

In-person counseling services

University Health & Counseling Services provides brief, strengths- and solution-focused counseling year-round, including in-person and virtual individual therapy, couples counseling (when eligible), groups, ADHD assessment, crisis support (from 8-4 Monday-Friday), and case management/referral support. Call 262-472-1305 to schedule an appointment.

Winther Counseling Services offers free individual, couples, family and group counseling provided by supervised graduate Counseling students in Winther Hall during the academic year. Evening appointments are available. Call 262-472-2842 to schedule.

Free, accessible mental health services

Mantra Health is available 24/7 and free to all students through the Care Hub, an online entry point to wellness and clinical services. What does this mean? Mental health support is available online anytime, anywhere. Services include:

Confidential counseling and psychiatry services
Connect Now Crisis Care, virtual crisis support available daily from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m. and over the phone 24/7
Peer-to-peer support via Togetherall
Evidence-based self care
Emotional wellness coaching
Productivity coaching

ConnectNow with Mantra Health

Group counseling support

Warhawk Wise Minds
Build coping skills together, get support from peers and counselors, and leave with tools you can use every day! One-hour sessions available every weekday with in-person (Ambrose Health Center second floor) and virtual WebEx options. Call UHCS at 262-472-1305 to join anytime.

Spring 2026 schedule (starting Feb. 2):

Mondays, 1 p.m.
Tuesdays, 1 p.m. (virtual)
Wednesdays, 3 p.m.
Thursdays, noon
Fridays, 11 a.m. (virtual)

Attendance at a Warhawk Wise Minds session does not count towards a student's counseling session limit (14 per academic year). Students can sign up at any point throughout the semester and do not have to come at the same time/day each session.

Crisis support resources

ConnectNow through Mantra Health »
24/7 phone support
Virtual care 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Walk-in crisis support
Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ambrose Health Center
262-472-1305

University Police »
Dial 911 for emergencies
262-472-4660

UHCS After Hours Mental Health Crisis Line (after 4:30 p.m.)
262-472-1305

988 Suicide & Crisis Line
Call, text, or chat 988
Veterans Crisis Line »

LGBTQ+ students
The Trevor Project »
Trans Lifeline »

Mental health statistics

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Did you know that more than half of our UW-Whitewater students have expressed a need for mental help? 59% of UWW students have reported needing help for emotional or mental health problems or challenges such as feeling sad, blue, anxious, or nervous over the past 12 months (HMS).

It’s okay to reach out — we’re here to help you. Free, accessible mental health services »

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UWW students who accessed mental health services through their University Counseling Center in 2024-25

74%

Percentage of UWW students who rated their stress levels over the last 30 days as moderate or high (NCHA)

31%

Percentage of UWW students who reported that stress negatively impacted their academic performance within the last 12 months (NCHA)

33%

Percentage of UWW students who have received psychological or mental health services in their lifetime (NCHA).

Other mental health resources

Suicide prevention training

We all have a role to play in supporting mental health on our campus. Research shows that students are most likely to turn to peers or trusted faculty and staff when they are in distress.

Do your part to assist others who may be having thoughts of suicide. Recognize, Respond, Refer is a free suicide prevention training for UW-Whitewater students, faculty, and staff. This one-hour, self-paced Canvas course provides tools to recognize when someone may be struggling, respond with empathy and confidence, and refer them to appropriate support resources.

By completing this training, you help create a stronger, more compassionate Warhawk community.

Faculty/staff »

Undergraduate students »

Graduate students »

Togetherall Peer to Peer Support

Access peer support, learn stress management techniques, and connect with others who understand your struggles — all anonymously and available 24/7. Free for all UW-Whitewater students.

Togetherall »

Peer Engagement Program (PEP)

Connect with a UW-Whitewater peer to attend a campus event together. Follow PEP on Connect2 to learn more.

Sexual assault and interpersonal violence resources and programs

Learn more about violence prevention education programs and services available to help support victims of violence »

CARE Team

Call the UW-Whitewater CARE Team to request additional support for a student in need at 262-472-1533.

Frequently Asked Questions about mental health and safety

Need help? Start here. Find fast answers and support with this guide to campus mental health resources.

Whether you’re struggling, supporting a friend, or facing an emergency, you’re not alone.

I feel my personal safety is threatened and/or I am aware of an immediate campus safety issue.

Call 911, then call UW-Whitewater campus police at 262-472-4660.

I am having a hard time adjusting to college life.

University Health and Counseling supports students through a wellness-centered approach. Services foster emotional, academic, social and personal development, enhancing student success and well-being in an inclusive and supportive campus environment.

You can also connect with Mantra Health, a virtual Care Hub that is free to all students and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

I am depressed or anxious but not in crisis.

You can schedule an appointment with UHCS counseling services. Learn how to schedule an appointment »

You can also connect with Mantra Health, a virtual Care Hub that is free to all students and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

I am having thoughts of suicide or self-harm.

If this is a life-threatening emergency, call 911
Make a crisis appointment with UHCS between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m., Monday through Friday. Learn how to schedule an appointment »
Call the UHCS After Hours Mental Health Crisis Line at 262-472-1305 after 4:30 p.m. to speak with a crisis counselor
Call or text Universities of Wisconsin mental health support: 888-531-2142
988 Suicide and Crisis Line: call, text, or chat 988, available 24/7
Log into ConnectNow: ConnectNow with Mantra Health »

Someone told me they have thoughts of suicide or self-harm.

UHCS crisis appointments are available 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday: 262-472-1305.

After 4:30 p.m.? Call UHCS After Hours Mental Health Crisis Line at 262-472-1305 or dial 988.

ConnectNow offers free, virtual crisis counseling provided by licensed mental health professionals through the Mantra Care Hub.

Talk to someone right away when you’re in crisis
Video sessions and text support available daily through the Care Hub from 7 a.m.–11 p.m.
24/7 phone support: 888-531-2142
ConnectNow with Mantra Health »

Call the UW-Whitewater CARE Team to request additional support for a student in need at 262-472-1533.

I want to learn how to talk to people who have thoughts of suicide.

Enroll in our Recognize, Respond, Refer course. (Note that this is not a crisis support or treatment resource)

Contact us

To ask more or specific questions about mental health resources at UW-Whitewater, contact University Health & Counseling Services.
uhcs@uww.edu | 262-472-1305