During your first visit to the mental health center, a licensed counselor, clinical social worker, psychologist will talk with you to gather your history and help you assess your situation. You and the therapist will decide what follow-up steps should be taken. You will not necessarily continue to work with the therapist you see for your first visit. You are welcome to specify that you would prefer to work with a therapist of a particular gender. Support and therapy groups provide a very effective environment in which group members can help themselves and others to grow and change, explore new ways of communicating, and deal with concerns and problems.
Confidentiality is a key component of group work.
Group members are required to commit to maintaining confidentiality about all aspects of the group when they join a therapy or support group. Any mental health staff member, RLC or student affairs staff person will be happy to discuss your experience with you and recommend an alternative. The advocates are available to talk to survivors, friends who want to help or support a survivor, or those with questions about sexual assault. You have the option of talking with a college student or a noncollege student. Groups Several therapy groups based on interest will be offered during the academic year.