Health and Counseling Center (HCC)

Contact: Will Pannabecker, Director

Hours: Fall/Spring 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Monday–Thursday 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Friday Summer: 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Monday–Friday

Phone: Counseling Center448-8538

Health Services 448-8686

Location: Lady Bird Johnson Hall, Ground Floor

Primary Functions: The STudent Health Center, previously located at the South end of East Hall, and the Counseling & Consultation Center, previously located in Moody Hall, have merged to form the new

Health and Counseling Center (HCC). The Center is a safe and confidential setting where students can find assistance to cope with the physical and emotional demands of school, relationships, and life. Call or come by the office to schedule an appointment.

The new Center includes three service units:
-Health Services
-Counseling Services
-Wellness Services

Health and Counseling Center records are "medical records" and are kept confidential in accordance with federal and state laws, as well as ethical principles and standards established by Texas state licensing agencies. Medical records are entirely separate from students' "educational records" maintained by the Registrar's Office.

Health Services
Health Services is staffed by two Nurse Practitioners, a Registered Nurse, and a Medical Assistant. Services are provided to current SEU students by appointment.After-hours phone consultation for urgent medical problems is available by calling 892-7076.

Students with an emergency medical condition are advised to call 911 or to go to the nearest emergency room.

Free services include treatment of minor acute illnesses and injuries, prescriptions for medication when appropriate, some immunizations, health information/education, referrals to specialists, general physical exams, and well-woman exams. Lab tests, some immunizations, and some medical procedures are not free, but are provided at a low cost.

-Health Insurance: All students enrolled for 6 or more credit hours are required to have an insurance plan that provides coverage in the Austin area. The SEU Student Health Insurance Plan (SHIP) is administered by Academic Health Plans. Enrollment in the SHIP or submission of an insurance waiver is done each semester during registration for courses. Additional insurance information is available on the Health Services website or at: www.ahpcare.com/stedwards.

Detailed information about Health Services is available at the website: www.stedwards.edu/healthservices

Counseling Services
Counseling Services is staffed with Licensed and Staff Psychologists, as well as doctoral-level graduate students in psychology. Counseling for individuals and couples is available to current SEU students. Many students also schedule consultation sessions to help clarify concerns, make decisions, or talk over situations. Services are provided by appointment.

Crisis consultation by phone is available after-hours by calling the University Police Department at 512-448-8444 and requesting to speak to a staff psychologist.

Counseling staff support students in creating a balanced life, developing fulfilling relationships, embracing change, and discovering a clearer sense of self. The providers utilize a brief psychotherapy model that focuses on each student's strengths as a way of formulating solutions to the problems encountered in living. The new Center also provides space for additional treatment services including biofeedback for stress and anger management, as well as support groups, psychoeducational groups, and group therapy.

Additional information about Counseling Services is available at the website:
www.stedwards.edu/counselingservices

Wellness Services
Wellness Services provides educational resources, prevention programs, and early interventions that positively impact student' well being. Programming about healthy choices, alcohol & other drugs, suicide prevention, stress management, and physical/mental health is intended to empower students to make informed, positive lifestyle choices; take responsibility for self care; and promote personal adjustment and growth.

The outreach services, programs, and special events are delivered by HCC staff members, as well as the Hilltopper Peer Health Education team. HCC staff often work jointly with other departments, such as Student Life, Residence Life, and the Dean of Students to provide a variety of co-curricular opportunities for learning and personal development.

Information, including links to self-help resources, is available at the website: www.stedwards.edu/counsel/index.htm