Counseling and Psychological Services
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides counseling and psychiatric services to assist students in managing, coping, and growing during their transition to college life. Our main objective is to help students develop the self-awareness and skills needed to overcome obstacles, enabling them to make the most of educational opportunities at the University.
How to Get Started
We offer triage sessions to identify the level of care that meets your needs. Call our office at 850.474.2420 and follow the prompts during regular service hours (Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) to schedule a Triage Appointment.
CAPS Services
CAPS offers a range of services to all current UWF students. Visit our services page to learn more. We are happy to develop a service plan with you. To get started, call us at 850.474.2420 to schedule a triage appointment.
Self-Help Resources
CAPS has Self-Help Resources available for all current students. Among these resources, we offer telehealth services through our secure platform, TAO by Uplift. TAO by Uplift has other great resources, including modules, assessments, practice tools and a mindfulness library.
Get After Hours Support
Emergency Assistance
For Emergency assistance on campus, call UWF Police at 850.474.2415. For off-campus assistance, call 911.
After Hours Support
CAPS is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding college closures) by phone at 850.474.2420 or visit our Office in Building 960, 2nd Floor (Suite 200A).
CAPS Services
Request an Outreach Presentation
We have professional staff members who can speak to your group or classroom on various topics.
Individual Counseling
We offer individual counseling as a service that allows you to explore personal concerns in a one-on-one setting.
Group Counseling
We offer group counseling sessions for students interested in working through their concerns in a setting that offers peer-to-peer support and promotes a sense of connection and belonging. These sessions are small, usually 8 or fewer people, to allow for safe and helpful communication.
CAPS Psychiatric Services
We have a psychiatrist and an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse available to provide students with psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
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