Health & Counseling

WPI is committed to cultivating a supportive campus environment, and offers a wealth of resources to support students’ emotional health and well-being, including:

  • Mental health counseling and consultation
  • Crisis intervention
  • Referrals to local specialists
  • Student development
  • Community development
  • TAO (online self-help for mental health)
  • Group Therapy

Services are always free and confidential, and if students need guidance, support, or just someone to talk to, they’re encouraged to contact the Student Development & Counseling Center (SDCC) to set up an appointment for individual, couples, or group counseling. We're open Monday-Friday from 8:00 am-5:00 pm, with walk-in hours from 2:00 pm-3:00 pm.

The SDCC is dedicated to creating an inclusive, respectful, and comfortable environment where students can share openly and work with counselors to set goals, identify obstacles, and move in a positive direction. Confidentiality is taken very seriously, and only under certain, very specific conditions—outlined in the confidentiality policy (PDF)—will counselors share information outside of the SDCC.

Students interested in learning the best ways to help their peers during times of crisis are encouraged to join the Student Support Network, Active Minds @ WPI, or Students Preventing Assault and Rape in Our Community (SPARC).

How Are You Feeling?

Mental health is an important part of your overall health. If you've been feeling out of sorts lately, taking a screening can help you determine if what you're feeling will pass, or is a sign that you should consider talking to a mental health counselor. Completely free and anonymous, the screening only takes a few minutes, and will provide recommendations and resources upon completion.

Take a Screening

Help Friends When They Need You Most

The Student Support Network (SSN) at WPI gives you the skills to help friends in crisis. The six-week training program covers mental and emotional health, how to recognize warning signs and talk about sensitive issues, and more. Participants use role-playing and visualization in order to build their ability to respond effectively when a real emergency happens. Students are encouraged to apply and learn how to help their peers when things get tough.

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Create a Safe Community with SAVE

WPI is committed to creating a safe community, and encourages students, faculty, and staff to get involved with Sexual Assault & Violence Education (SAVE), an educational program that provides information on how to prevent sexual assault, as well as resources for help if they, a friend, or a parent is the victim of sexual misconduct.

Learn More about SAVE

Alcohol & Drug Task Force

The Alcohol & Drug (AOD) Task Force brings students and staff together to discuss substance use culture on campus, and create and maintain a healthy environment at WPI. Questions about the program can be emailed to Sabrina Rebecchi.

Learn more about Alcohol & Drug Education on Campus
The [SDCC] was a great resource for me when I was struggling to keep on top of everything freshman year. Anytime I was stressed, I knew that there were professionals on campus who I could confide in and talk through any obstacles I encountered.
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