Mental Health & Wellbeing
Welcome to the Mental Health & Wellbeing directory page. Here, you'll find resources and support for mental health, addiction, grief management and social connection.
1. Urgent Mental Health Support
Call or text 988 for support for suicidal, mental health and/or substance use crisis or if you just need someone to talk to.
Call 530-752-0871 anytime for same-day crisis counseling appointments with a UC Davis counselor or visit the at the Student Health and Wellness Center during office hours.
Call 530-754-3434 for a quick response from the , available 24/7 for on-campus basic mental health support and help finding the right resources.
- Support through Texting
Text "RELATE" to 741741 for free, 24/7 crisis counseling via text.
Request a welfare check for a student, staff or faculty member if you are concerned about their mental or physical wellbeing.
2. Mental Health Support
Where can I get help with anxiety, depression or other mental health challenges?
Book individual counseling sessions with a UC Davis counselor to manage anxiety, depression, stress and other mental health challenges. Individual Counseling is confidential short-term therapy available to all registered UC Davis students at no charge.
Join groups that offer peer support and shared experiences for various mental health concerns, including those tailored to specific identities and communities.
Through informal consultations or therapy, “CAN” counselors provide culturally relevant support (click on each person’s photo to learn what communities they partner with)
The Aggie Mental Health website is a centralized hub for all mental health resources available Ƶ students.
3. Grief Resources
Where can I get support after losing a friend or loved one?
Resources and support for those dealing with the loss of a loved one.
Support services for individuals affected by a suicide or sudden death of a peer.
4. Addiction Recovery Resources
Where can I get help for an addiction or substance abuse problem?
If you or a friend has a problem with alcohol or other drugs, ATOD services can help. Getting help doesn’t mean you’re an addict and services are confidential, unlimited and free for UC Davis students.
Access information about hosting and attending parties safely, including resources on alcohol, drugs and overdose prevention.
Connect with Aggies for Recovery, a peer support group that provides students who are struggling with addiction or dependency of any kind with a support system of like-minded individuals and a safe space to discuss personal issues.
Narcan (Naloxone) is a life-saving medication that can reverse a fatal opioid overdose. Learn more about it .
5. Find Your Community
How can I make friends and find my community on campus?
Find your community and explore resources for life at UC Davis beyond the classroom.
Discover opportunities to get involved on campus and connect with others through student-run organizations, clubs, events, leadership opportunities and Greek life.
Find resources and support tailored to international students and scholars, including how to schedule an appointment with an advisor with an advisor for F-1 and J-1 visa students.
Connect with other students based on your identity or culture through one of the resource centers on campus.
Access resources including academic support and leave resources, financial support and scholarships, housing, childcare and activities, basic needs support and resources for expecting and new parents.
