Tools and communities for your grad school journey.
Supportive Communities for Grad Students
Community and belonging play a big role in your emotional and academic wellbeing. Researchers have found that that's especially true for graduate students. Give and get support with other grad students in our free grad groups or explore the other supportive communities available at CAPS.
Campus Connections: Supportive Communities
The U of A Graduate Center offers even more opportunities to connect and learn. View the Grad Center's Events Calendar
Counseling & Other One-on-One Support
Get support when needed, as needed with CAPS Counseling & Consultation visits. Talk, learn, and collaborate with a counselor in creating a personal action plan. Appointments open for scheduling 8 days in advance, so you can get help when you need it.
Make a Counseling Appointment
Schedule your counseling appointment through PatientLink or by phone at 520-621-3334.
Learn More about CAPS Counseling
CAPS is committed to making it easier to get an appointment when you need it with as-needed counseling services.
Peer Counseling
Get peer support with a CAPS graduate student peer counselor.
More One-on-One Support Options
From medication management to survivor advocates, there are lots of ways to get support at CAPS.
Campus Connections: Counseling & Evaluation Support
- The U of A Psychology Department offers individual, couples, and counseling, psychological assessments, sleep and insomnia services, and more. It's a great low cost, on-campus option.
- The ABLE Clinic at the U of A SALT Center offers evaluation for ADHD and more.
Resource & Referral Support
When the best plan is outside of CAPS, we'll help you get connected. Our expert care coordinator team can help connect you with off-campus partners who offer extended hours, long-term support, and desired specialties.
- Schedule a free Resource & Referral appointment online through PatientLink or by calling CAPS at 520-621-3334.
- Learn more about Resource & Referral appointments.
Campus Connections: Campus and Community Resources
- You don't need to get through grad school alone. View the CAPS Resource Hub to learn more about campus, community, and online resources.
- Got a question? Ask SOS (Support. Outreach. Success). Text, chat, email, or call to get answers to your pressing questions. Learn more about the free SOS program.
Tips & Support at Your Fingertips
CAPS offers a variety of on-demand tools and resources to help you support your mental health and wellbeing every day. Here are a few great places to start:
- WellCats: Expert-backed tips, tools, and resources to help you feel your best.
- @UAZCampusHealth
- Mental Health Monday tips on @UAZGradCenter
- Togetherall Anonymous Mental Health Online Community
Notice. Care. Help.
When we can address mental health as a community, everyone benefits. Through our Notice. Care. Help. framework, you can learn the signs that someone’s struggling, reach out and offer help to someone you're concerned about, and find support for yourself.