Just for Faculty & Staff

 

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  • Tips for talking to a distressed student 

    Remain calm. Provide private, quiet space.  Don’t be rushed. Speak directly and honestly.

  • Explain your concern
    “ I have noticed that you have been crying and I am concerned about you.”
  • Listen and seek to understand

    “What do you need?” or “How can I help?”

    Don’t criticize, blame, judge or give advice

  • Normalize
    “You are not alone.” or  "What you are feelings makes sense."
  • Frame help seeking as a sign of strength
    “It took courage for you to come to me.”
  • Ask about the student’s support system
    Encourage them to utilize healthy friends and family members for help.

Consultations 

Counseling Center staff are available to provide consultations to faculty and staff about a student of concern. 

Call (423)439-3333 or email counselingcenter@etsu.edu to set up consultation 

Help for Faculty and Staff 

  EAP services are available for Faculty and Staff needing mental health counseling and support. 

 

 

 

Workshops for Faculty & Staff

Resources for the Distressed Student (20-40 minutes)

This presentation can be arranged in a variety of formats, including academic departmental meetings, new faculty orientations, or a lunchtime seminar/workshop. To schedule email ccoutreach@etsu.edu at ccoutreach@etsu.edu

 

 

 

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Mental Health Resources

The ETSU Counseling Center is responsible for connecting students to mental health services and resources throughout campus. Students interested in learning more about how to get help for their mental health needs can go to the Counseling Center website and schedule a Needs Assessment. The Counseling Center also offers Single Session Therapy  and Let's Talk consultations, please see website for detailed info about services. BucsPress2, a 24/7/365 mental health helpline, can be reached by calling 423-439-4841, then press "2". All services above are FREE to currently enrolled ETSU students. The ETSU Counseling Center is located in the Culp Center, 3rd Floor, 423-439-3333.  Find out more at https://www.etsu.edu/students/counseling/

 

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