At Chesapeake College, we are committed to fostering a safe and supportive environment for all students. Whether you’re facing challenges in your personal life, dealing with mental health concerns, or simply need someone to talk to, our health and counseling services are here to help. From our CARE team’s proactive interventions to access to professional therapy services, we provide a network of support to ensure your well-being and academic success.

CARE: Connect, Assist, Refer, Educate

Discover Chesapeake College’s crisis intervention and behavioral health support services referral system and team. If you are concerned about the mental health or safety of yourself or someone else on campus, we encourage you to make a referral.
Make a CARE Referral

Suicide Prevention Lines

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline:
Dial or Text 988
Deaf & Hearing Impaired (TTY):
800-799-4889
National Suicide Prevention TEXT line:
Text “TALK” to 741741
Trevor Project (LGBTQ): 866-488-7386
Eastern Shore Mobile Crisis: 888-407-8018

Mental Health Resources

Life can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. Chesapeake College has partnered with For All Seasons, a mental health service provider, to offer therapy services to our students. Whether you prefer in-person sessions on the Wye Mills campus or telehealth appointments, help is just a call away.

Everyone needs support at different times of their lives. Sometimes it’s a traumatic event, mounting bills, job loss, college classes, or the overall stress from life that may make it difficult to cope. While navigating life challenges, remember that help is available.

A licensed therapist can assist you with a variety of issues, including but not limited to: depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use, grief, peer relationship challenges, major life transitions, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and low self-esteem. For All Seasons accepts all insurances and offers special programs for students who have a financial need.

 

Make an Appointment

For All Seasons is offering therapy appointments in-person on the Wye Mills campus or through telehealth—available to any Chesapeake College student.

Find Out How

 

24-Hour Hotlines

If you need immediate assistance for a mental health or a sexual assault crisis, contact For All Season’s 24-hour confidential hotline, and indicate that you are a “Chesapeake College Student.”
English: 410-820-5600
English / Español Text: 410-829-6143
Para espanol llame o envie un mensaje de texto al: 410-829-6143.

TimelyCare FREE, 24/7 access to virtual care services for our students.

Chesapeake College students have FREE, 24/7 access to virtual care services with TimelyCare— the virtual health and well-being platform designed for college students.

Students do not need insurance to access TimelyCare services. Download the app here (Apple Store  |  Google Play). As part of
Chesapeake College’s partnership with TimelyCare, students have access to services in TimelyCare, including:

  • TalkNow: 24/7, on-demand emotional support to talk about anything, including anxiety, relationships, depression, and school-related stressors.
  • Scheduled Counseling: Choose the day, time, and mental health provider that works best for you. (6 visits per year)
  • Self-Care Content: Visit the Self-Care tab for 24/7 access to tools and resources, such as meditation and yoga sessions, helpful videos, and short articles from experts.
  • Peer Community: An anonymous and judgment-free space where you can connect with, react to, and support other students going through similar situations.
  • Basic Needs Support: Get connected to free or reduced-cost community resources, including food and housing assistance, transit support, childcare, and finances.

Students have access to TimelyCare services 365 days a year. That means you have access during breaks, after-hours, and any time you need support! Visit timelycare.com/chesapeake to get started.

Responsible Behavior

Students are expected to behave in a way that is conscious of the rights and safety of others and the community. A healthy college community is defined by students who are aware of the importance of maintaining a respectful and diverse academic environment. It is the mission of Chesapeake College to establish and maintain an environment in which all members of the college community can work or participate in college education programs and activities free from all forms of sexual misconduct. Sexual misconduct is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Sexual misconduct in any form will not be tolerated by the College.

Definitions: Sexual misconduct encompasses various forms of prohibited behavior, including sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. These behaviors are harmful and create unsafe environments, and Chesapeake College has For more information about sexual harassment, visit the Maryland Coalition Against Sexual Assault (MCASA) website at www.mcasa.org.