Radford University
Services
Student Counseling Services offers a variety of mental health support services. Please click the below links to jump to that part of the page!
Initiating Services
If you are interested in starting services, call our office at 540-831-5226 to schedule your first appointment. You will meet with a clinician at that time for a 15-20 minute initial consultation where you and the clinician will talk about your concerns and decide what the best service is for you and will get you scheduled for future appointments.
Eligibility for Services
Currently enrolled students are be eligible for services at SCS. In rare situations, staff may refer students whose concerns are beyond the scope of this office to effectively treat. Examples of possible concerns that may result in outside referrals include the following: students who have been psychiatrically hospitalized possibly due to a temporary detention order; students with severe drug use/misuse or dependence; and students who are non-compliant or create a hostile work environment. SCS staff will assist students in finding appropriate local referral sources when any of these situations occur. Students are always eligible for emergency assessments as needed.
SCS Fall 2024 Groups
We are offering a variety of groups this semester! Click on the tabs below for more information about each group.
NorthStar with John Betzel, LPC, LMFT
Mondays, 10-11 a.m.
Davis Hall, 008
This group will help you set goals around your personal and relationship struggles while providing a variety of coping strategies for emotional distress. Through the support and input of peers and the group leader, members will work on ways to better their relationship with themselves and others in their lives!
Interested in this group? Call SCS at 540-831-5226 to get started!
Take it Outside! with Kimberly Price, LPC
Drop-In Group (no appointment or paperwork needed!)
Wednesdays, 5:15 p.m.-6:30 p.m.
Davis Hall 008
An opportunity to connect with the natural world and a respite from technology and distraction...
In this group, participants will engage in light walking while exploring various topics, such as anxiety, depression, and stress. This group will start at Student Counseling Services and transition to outside the Dedmon Center.
To get started with this group, drop by SCS in Davis Hall 008 a few minutes before the group start time!
Understanding Self and Others with Bryce Nester, Resident in Counseling
Thursdays, 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Davis Hall 008
This group will help you set goals around your personal and relationship struggles. Through the support and input of a small group of peers and the group leader, members will work on ways to better their relationship with themselves and others in their lives!
Interested in this group? Reach out to SCS at 540-831-5226 to get started!
Understanding Self and Others with Debra Byer, LCSW
Tuesdays, 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Davis Hall 008
This group will help you set goals around your personal and relationship struggles. Through the support and input of a small group of peers and the group leader, members will work on ways to better their relationship with themselves and others in their lives!
Interested in this group? Reach out to SCS at 540-831-5226 to get started!
Our Services
You must present a valid photo ID (Radford ONE Card, Driver's License, etc.) at your first appointment. There is a $25 fee for any scheduled appointment that a student does not attend or does not cancel with at least a 24-hour advance notice.
Individuals, Couples, and Group Psychotherapy
College can be a wonderful experience, but also stressful. Student Counseling Services (SCS) is here to help you increase your coping skills therefore you can have a more successful college experience. Short-term individual counseling is available for enrolled students, as clinically appropriate, with two options: traditional counseling (50 minute sessions) or concise counseling (30 minute sessions). If a student requires more intensive services or longer-term counseling, local treatment options and potential referrals will be offered. Groups change each semester, so make sure to check the website and social media platforms regularly to see what SCS has to offer.We also offer limited after-hour appointments (Monday – Thursday) to students that demonstrate a need for appointments after 5 p.m. (students who work full-time, have an all day clinical internship, student teaching, etc.). During your initial consultation appointment, please let the clinician know that you would be interested in one of these slots.
Tele-Behavioral Health Services
Students will also have the option of participating in individual, couples, and group
tele-behavioral health. Students must be physically present and/or in the state of
Virginia at time of appointments to access tele-behavioral health services. After
you are scheduled, you will then receive an email (to your Radford University account)
with the link to complete your paperwork and an invitation to join your clinician
through Zoom during your scheduled appointment time. Paperwork must be completed thoroughly
and wholly or your scheduled appointment will have to be rescheduled.
Medication Evaluations and Management
Student Health Services (located in Moffett Hall) provides consultation, medication evaluation and monitoring
with a licensed Psychiatric and other licensed healthcare providers. SCS will assist
with referring students to this service as needed - however, you do not need to be
referred by us to seek psychiatric services through Student Health. If you are interested
solely in psychiatric services/medication management, we reccommend contacting Student
Health directly.
Professional Consultation
Licensed professional staff is available to provide consultations to students, faculty,
staff and parents. SCS does not share any information about clients without written
consent or there is a life-threatening situation.
Referrals for Specialized Services
SCS provides students with information on community resources as needed.
Educational Programming
SCS provides educational programs on relevant well-being and mental health issues
such as access to healthcare, stress management, anxiety, depression, substance use/misuse,
colds and flu prevention, sexual health, alcohol and substance use, and nutrition.
The Outreach Request Form must be completed and made with at least 2 weeks advanced notice.
Emergency Assessments
SCS provides emergency assessments during regular office hours; after-hour emergencies are referred to ACCESS (New River Valley Community Services) or CONNECT (Carilion
Clinic.)