Resources for Faculty Supporting Students
How to support each other, your students, or others who are in distress.
As you interact, be present to what is being said by employing the V-A-R method of active listening (from ):
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- Validate: Let the person know what they are experiencing is okay and that you are empathetic to what they are sharing. Example, “I’m sorry you are struggling right now.”
- Appreciate: Someone sharing a challenge is a challenge, express appreciation for their courage. Example, “Thank you for sharing with me.”
- Refer: You do not have to solve their issues. Refer them to appropriate support depending on the nature of the issue. Example, “Sometimes a mindfulness activity can help destress in the moment. Have you heard of mindfulnessforteens.com?” or “You might want to contact crisis text line (text 741-741), they can provide support via text in the moment at any time.”
Online and virtual wellness and mental health supports
Crisis Text Line (): Text “Home” to 741-741. Crisis Text Line and offers free, on-demand crisis counseling using text messaging as a means to improve the critically needed access to crisis counseling. Trained Crisis Counselors are available 24/7 to receive texts and respond quickly to provide support.
7 Cups ()
Free supportive chats and affordable online therapy resources.
Active Minds ()
Mental health awareness and support for young adults.
Mental Health Apps
Headspace; Talkspace; Calm; Moodfit; MoodMission; Insight Timer.
Mindfulness for Teens ()
A resource with recorded mindfulness meditations that you can use in class or provide to students for their use.
A repository of various resources to help people understand and address mental health issues focused on students of color.
Starting the Conversation: College and Your Mental Health. This is a comprehensive guide to understanding college student mental health.
– Call 844-863-9314
– Call or Text 988 for crisis support
Online CARE Report
Faculty can submit a report to Care and Concern using the referral form