Counseling & Psychological Services

  Research shows that interactions with plants can reduce psychological and physiological stress. Plants also help us grow compassion towards self and others through fostering connections with nature which can affect a sense of belonging and purpose. Plus, plants are just cool!

The Counseling Center offered “Plant Your Roots” events during the 2022-2023 academic year to help students engage in mental health practices and learn about Counseling Center services through learning how to care for houseplants.

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The Counseling Center is excited to announce WellTrack Boost! A free online self-help platform that provides you with tools and resources for mental health. WellTrack Boost includes self-help courses for a variety of different topics, as well as features that assist in tracking moods, assessing mental health, and connecting with campus resources. Download the WellTrack app or go to www.appsate.welltrack-boost.com/ and register with your @appstate.edu address to get started!

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As many college students look forward to a well-deserved break this summer, we know that time away from campus can also present its own unique set of challenges and stressors. With this in mind, we've created a new self-help guide, "Finding Balance During Breaks," that includes tips for maintaining healthy routines, relationships, and more during breaks from school. We've also included ways to stay connected with the Counseling Center and our resources, in addition to a variety of national resources that may be helpful for students while away from campus. Check it out on the Self-Help page of our website for this and other self-help materials. Happy summer!

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