Counseling Center | Minnesota State University, Mankato | Minnesota State University, Mankato

Counseling Center | Minnesota State University, Mankato | Minnesota State University, Mankato
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center offers free, confidential support through individual and group counseling, plus referrals. We're here to help you navigate personal, social, or academic challenges in a safe, welcoming space.
About the Counseling Center
Getting Started with the Counseling Center
Attend a Drop-In Screening Appointment
Screening
Times:
Monday – Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Monday – Friday: 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the end of the screening window.
Complete Required Paperwork
Includes informed consent, a brief mental health assessment,
demographic
information
and reasons for seeking services.
Meet a Counselor
During your screening, the counselor will clarify information
from
your screening
paperwork
, discuss your mental health and academic goals, and will then recommend a Care Plan.
Stepped
Care Model
The Counseling Center uses a Stepped Care Model—a tiered approach that meets students where they are, promoting autonomy by starting with the least intensive support and increasing care as needed.
Stepped Care
Self-Guided Support
Practicum and Internship Opportunities
The Counseling Center Training Opportunities
The Counseling Center offers practicum and internship experiences for graduate students in counseling, psychology, and social work. Each year, a diverse cohort of 6–8 trainees joins our multidisciplinary team for hands-on training that runs with the academic calendar.
How to find us
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center is located in the Centennial Student Union, Room 285.
Academic Year Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Summer Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. –  2:00 p.m.
Email
Crisis Resources
Resource Videos
Resources and Referrals
Clinical Services
Practicum and Internship Opportunities