CMHC @ WCP

Need mental health support on campus? Not in crisis but want to talk with a counselor? The Counseling and Mental Health Center (CMHC) now has a second location at the William C. Powers, Jr. Student Activity Center (WCP), offering easy access to clinical services.

Location and Hours

William C. Powers, Jr. Student Activity Center (WCP) 1.102

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday: Noon–5 p.m.

Appointments are available Monday–Friday

Services Include

Single-session counseling - meet with a counselor once to talk through a concern, get support, and leave with a plan and resources
Online appointment scheduling for the current week
Guidance on mental health and well-being resources
Access to TimelyCare self-care resources
Ability to reserve time at the MindBody Lounge (2nd floor of the WCP)
Wellness activities for students who have appointments
Ability to reserve a private room for telehealth appointments

How to access services

Stop by in person at WCP 1.102 or book online through the MyUHS/CMHC portal. Online appointments in the portal show availability for the current week only. If you don’t see a time at WCP that fits your schedule, call (512-471-3515, option #3) or visit CMHC at the Student Services Building (SSB), Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

In a mental health crisis?

CMHC @ WCP is not a crisis center. If you are in crisis, call the 24/7 CMHC Crisis Line at 512-471-2255 or visit CMHC at the Student Services Building (SSB) Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

CMHC @ WCP vs. CMHC Main Location at the Student Services Building (SSB)

Here’s a comparison of services offered at the CMHC @ WCP and the main CMHC location in the SSB.

	CMHC @ WCP	CMHC Main Location
Purpose	Single session counseling in a central campus location.	Full range of mental health services, including assessments and ongoing care.
Services Offered	Single-session counseling Online scheduling (current week only) MindBody Lounge reservations Telehealth room reservations	Walk-in crisis support Brief Assessment and Referral Team (BART), which provides initial assessments to connect students with short-term counseling or specialized CMHC services. Short-term counseling, psychiatry, case management, group counseling
Access Method	Walk in at WCP 1.102 or schedule online via MyUHS/CMHC portal.	Call 512-471-3515 (option #3) or walk into SSB 5th floor, Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Scheduling	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs: 12-5 p.m.	Scheduling follows assessment; varies by recommended service.
Crisis Support	Not for crisis care — call 988 or CMHC Crisis Line (512-471-2255).	Crisis Support Options: Call 988 Call the 24/7 CMHC Crisis Line at 512-471-2255 For in-person support, walk in - Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Location	WCP 1.102 (Central Campus)	SSB 5th Floor
Best For	Students seeking a one-time session, not in crisis. Examples of single session topics: test anxiety, roommate conflicts, managing emotions after a breakup, stress management	Students needing ongoing or specialized care, or in crisis.