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Counseling, Health, and Wellness Services

Counseling, Health, and Wellness Services (CHWS) staff at a campus vaccination event.

At Puget Sound, we provide comprehensive support for student well-being through Counseling, Health, & Wellness Services (abbreviated CHWS and commonly pronounced "chaws"). Students can meet confidentially with counselors for emotional support, access gender-affirming care, and receive general medical services, including routine check-ups and vaccinations. Additionally, we provide specialized services in areas like sexual health, ADHD/ADD care, and nutrition consultations. Whatever their needs may be, our CHWS staff are dedicated to supporting your student’s physical and mental health throughout their college experience.

LEARN MORE ABOUT CHWS

Danielle Bus, RN
Wellness Education & Prevention Specialist

Danielle Bus worked at St. Joseph Medical Center and taught in both K–12 and higher education settings before joining the CHWS team at Puget Sound. During the pandemic, she played a crucial role in ensuring our campus adhered to COVID-19 safety protocols. Nowadays, she's focused on promoting mental health and delivering wellness education.

Mental Health & Wellness Resources For Students

Talk Saves Lives - Learn to recognize suicide risk factors and provide assistance to friends and family members in crisis.

LEARN ABOUT THE TALK SAVES LIVES PROGRAM

How to Save a Life - Learn to respond to alcohol and drug-related emergencies, understand drug safety, and learn to recognize substance poisoning. The next session will be held on Oct. 12 at 4 p.m. in Murray Boardroom.

LEARN ABOUT THE TRAINING

Not Your High School Sex Ed Talk - These inclusive, student-led information sessions offer an open forum where medical and counseling professionals address anonymous questions about sexual health and sexuality.

LEARN ABOUT WELLNESS EDUCATION

UWill Online Counseling: Our UWill Online Counseling offers one-on-one sessions and crisis intervention, ensuring students have confidential mental health support at their fingertips. This is offered as a supplement to the counseling offered in CHWS.

Crisis Line 24/7 Campus Hotline: We provide a 24/7 Campus Crisis Line through Uwill for immediate support during emergencies or emotional distress. Students can call the Uwill 24/7 Crisis Line at 833.646.1526.

CALL NOW

Healthy Mind Study Survey: This survey helps CHWS understand students' mental health challenges and allows us to tailor our support services to their needs, keeping Puget Sound at the forefront of student well-being through data-informed improvements. The survey runs Oct. 23–Nov. 20. Each student will receive a personalized link in their campus email.

LEARN ABOUT THE HEALTHY MINDS NETWORK

If you're interested in keeping up with CHWS, you can follow them on Instagram and subscribe to their mailing list.

College Students and Depression

College is a time of incredible growth, but all that change can be a lot to handle. According to a recent study, 44% of college students in the United States reported symptoms of depression, with rates continuing to rise. Understanding the risk factors and symptoms can help you support your student's mental health. Check out these articles to learn more:

College Students and Depression: A Guide For Parents

How Parents Can Support their College Students’ Mental Health

Dear College Student, You Deserve to Be Happy

Students listen to oral arguments before the Washington State Supreme Court at their campus visit in Sept.

We're nearly to midterm, but in between study sessions, there are lots of great events to check out on campus. Students can find out about upcoming events on our website and through the Logger Lookout email newsletter every Thursday! Here are some upcoming dates to mark on your calendar:

Events & Activities

Homecoming & Family Weekend | Oct. 6–8 | Register now
Pierce Lecture: Ross Gay | Oct. 9 | Get tickets
Swope Lecture: Ann Holmes Redding | Oct. 19
Theatre Arts: Our Town | Oct. 27–Nov. 4
DREAMS Exhibit | Through Nov. 17

Academic Calendar & Deadlines

Midterm | Oct. 13
Fall Break | No Classes | Oct. 16–17
Registration for Spring Term | Nov. 3–10

VIEW EVENTS CALENDAR

RESOURCES FOR PARENTS & FAMILIES

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