Help for Mental Health and Wellness
SCC Counseling Services: Taking care of your mental health is important. Investment in your mental well-being will set you on a healthy course for life.
Did you know that one in three young adults has experienced a mental health challenge? College is already stressful, plus it’s the most common time for mental health challenges to emerge. You are not alone! It is common—and treatable.
Connect with SCC Counseling Services
More local resources for students:
Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center – (864) 585-0366
Eubanks Center Peer Support Living Room – (864) 591-3501
Upstate Family Resource Center – (864) 578-1379
Middle Tyger Community Center – (864) 439-7760
EMERGE Therapy – (864) 583-1010
Commitment to YOUR well-being: SCC becoming a JED Campus
In 2020, SCC began a strategic collaboration with The Jed Foundation that not only enhances the mental health work already being done on campus but also
creates positive, lasting change.
By becoming a JED Campus member SCC demonstrates a commitment to the emotional well-being of its students. JED Campus is a nationwide initiative designed to empower schools with a framework and customized support to enhance student:
- Mental health services
- Suicide prevention
- Substance abuse prevention
JED's programs are grounded in an evidence-based model used to assess efforts currently being made on campus, identifying existing strengths and improvements within seven strategic areas.
Resources for Yourself, Family Members or Friends
Access useful information through Ulifeline provided by JED Campus. Ulifeline will help you enhance wellbeing through awareness and interaction on wellness topics. Check out this site to get information on learning about wellness topics, answering screening questions, and helping a friend who may be struggling.
How do I access services?
We are here to help. Contact the Office of Vice President of Student Affairs at (864) 592-4817. Should you need accommodations, let us know when you call.
Hotlines: For Immediate Assistance Contact..
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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)Or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting HELLO to 741-741
Veteran's Crisis Line connects veterans in crisis (and their families and friends) with qualified, caring Department of Veterans Affairs responders through a confidential, toll-free hotline, online chat, or text.
1-800-273-8255 or send a text message to 838255
TTY: 1-800-799-4889
www.veteranscrisisline.netThe National Domestic Violence Hotline
1-800-799-7233 (SAFE)
TTY: 1-800-787-3224
CHAT daily 7am -2am CST at www.thehotline.org
www.ndvh.org
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National Dating Abuse Helpline
1-866-331-9474 or text LOVEIS to 22522
www.loveisrespect.orgNational Sexual Assault Hotline
1-800-656-4673 (HOPE)
www.rainn.orgNational Center for Victims of Crime Call 1-855-4-VICTIM or visit www.VictimConnect.org
UnitedWay s 211 Helpline is a one-stop resource for finding assistance in your local community. We keep a database of a wide variety of service providers including support groups, community clinics, counselors, shelters, food pantries, programs for seniors, and many more agencies in South Carolina.
Phone: 211
Toll Free: 866-892-921
www.sc211.org