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Center for Well-Being

About the Center for Well-Being

We’re Here to Assist You Through Your College Journey.

The Center for Well-Being can turn an average college experience into an exceptional one through group programs, consultation, and other methods of stress relief. As members of the Marywood University Community, the Center for Well-Being staff members are always here to assist you during your Marywood journey. You will experience new situations, new relationships, and new choices on your path.

These experiences can be exciting but challenging as well. If stress begins to interfere, and you need assistance, the Center for Well-Being staff can help you by setting clear, achievable goals; in becoming more assertive; practising relaxation techniques; and much more. Often finding ways to talk about the stresses of life makes the difference between an average college experience and an exceptional one. Please take advantage of this service.

We’re here to help you!

24/7 Mental Health Support

In the event of an emergency, students may walk in and meet with a therapist during regular business hours. After regular business hours, the Center for Well-Being provides on-call services for mental health concerns that cannot wait until the next business day. After-hours support is available evenings, weekends, and holidays.

In the event of an emergency, students may walk in and meet with a therapist during regular business hours. After regular business hours, the Center for Well-Being provides on-call services for mental health concerns that cannot wait until the next business day. After-hours support is available evenings, weekends, and holidays.

During regular business hours: Call 570-348-6245.

After hours, weekends, and holidays: Call 570-348-6245 and press 1.

Make an Appointment

Appointments may be scheduled in person at the Center for Well-Being, by phone, or by email. Evening appointments are available by appointment.

Rescheduling or Canceling an Appointment

Your appointment time is reserved specifically for you. If you need to cancel or reschedule, please notify the Center for Well-Being by phone or email as soon as you know you will be unable to attend.

Student Services & Resources

If you are concerned about a friend’s safety or believe they may be thinking about harming themselves or someone else, take their concerns seriously and seek help. You do not have to handle the situation alone.

During regular business hours: Contact the Center for Well-Being at 570-348-6245. You may also accompany your friend to the Center for support.

After hours, weekends, and holidays: Call 570-348-6245 and press 1 to reach the on-call service.

If there is an immediate or life-threatening emergency: Call 911 or contact Campus Safety at 570-348-6242.

How You Can Help
Listen without judgment and encourage your friend to connect with professional support. If you continue to have concerns about their safety, contact the Center for Well-Being or Campus Safety again and share what you are observing.

Take Care of Yourself, Too
Supporting someone through a mental health crisis can be difficult. You may feel worried, overwhelmed, frustrated, or unsure of what to do. Consider talking with a counselor or another trusted source of support for yourself as well.

For additional information about recognizing warning signs and supporting someone in crisis, view our Helping a Friend in Crisis Guide.

The Center for Well-Being offers confidential personal counseling to support students as they navigate personal, emotional, and interpersonal concerns. Counseling can help students identify challenges, develop coping strategies, and work toward meaningful change.

Common areas of support include:

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Body image concerns
  • Disordered eating
  • Self-esteem
  • Communication skills
  • Relationship concerns
  • Trauma and recovery
  • Substance use concerns

The Center for Well-Being may offer personal growth and support groups throughout the academic year. Groups provide students with an opportunity to connect with others, share experiences, develop coping skills, and receive support in a welcoming environment.

Group topics and availability may vary by semester. Please contact the Center for Well-Being at 570-348-6245 for information about current group opportunities.

The Center for Well-Being offers outreach programs designed to support student well-being and increase awareness of important mental health and wellness topics. Programs may address areas such as adjusting to college life, anxiety, depression, relationships, eating and body image concerns, trauma, sexual assault, and other challenges that can affect students.

If you are interested in learning more about available outreach programs or getting involved, please contact the Center for Well-Being at 570-348-6245.

The Center for Well-Being staff is committed to protecting your privacy and is bound by professional, ethical, and legal standards of confidentiality. Information you share with the Center, whether written or verbal, will not be released to others without your written permission.

There are limited exceptions to confidentiality as required by law. These may include situations in which there is concern that you may harm yourself or another person, suspected abuse or neglect of a child, or circumstances in which records or information are required by a court order.

Please be aware that electronic communication may not always be secure. Avoid sharing sensitive or confidential information through unsecured online forms or email.

Apps to Help You Before and Between Appointments

While you wait for your therapy appointment, you don’t have to navigate this journey alone. We have attached resources for you to use during this waiting period. These apps are free for both iPhone and Android. They provide accessible tools designed to manage stress, anxiety, and depression.

  • HAPPIFY | for overall emotional well-being — Enhance your well-being with Happify. They offer tailored activities to combat stress and anxiety, creating a customized dashboard for your needs.Promoting mindfulness, this app guides you through gratitude exercises and emotional recognition, empowering self-understanding.

  • 7 CUPS | for social support — Find solace and understanding with 7 Cups, your 24/7 emotional support companion. Reach out to caring listeners anytime, day or night , at no cost. Access ongoing help from licensed therapists through their online therapy service.

    Tailored for students and those facing challenges, 7Cups offers supportive chat rooms on topics like depression, anxiety, relationships, and LGBTQ+ issues. Connect with empathetic individuals who share your journey, fostering a sense of community.

  • INSIGHT TIMER | for help reducing stress and anxiety, providing relaxation and balance — Find tranquility amidst the chaos with Insight Timer. Dive into a world of peace through free guided meditations, yoga, and breathwork exercises. Tailored to your interests, it offers meditation, yoga, mood check-ins, and journaling. Ideal for busy students, this app reduces stress and anxiety, providing relaxation and balance. With live classes and an intuitive interface, Insight Timer empowers effective stress management and embraces mindfulness.

  • SMILING MIND | for calming the mind of stress — Find peace in the chaos with Smiling Mind guided meditation. Immerse yourself in tranquility through expertly crafted audio sessions, seamlessly guiding you through breathing exercises and meditation techniques.

    Popular among college students, it provides and experience similar to following a yoga video. Amidst the academic hustle, Smiling Minds offers a calm oasis, equipping you with practical tools to manage challenges. Tailored for student life. It helps you achieve balance, embrace mindfulness, and alleviate stress and anxiety.

Take charge of your mental health journey today, and remember, support is just a download away.

Guides and Manuals

Student Services

Off-Campus Resources

*The Center for Well-Being is recommending these services as additional supports, not as a replacement for professional mental health services for more information email wellbeing@marywood.edu

Faculty & Staff Resources

If you’re interested in requesting a workshop or presentation, simply email wellbeing@marywood.edu or call 570-348-6245. We will work with you to best meet your needs.

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