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Let's Talk

Let’s Talk is a free service where CU Boulder students can check in for an informal, brief and confidential consultation with a counselor or psychiatrist. CAPS is offering Let’s Talk in person and virtually.

Students are seen on a first-come, first-served basis. No appointment necessary.

Let’s Talk is available to students who live in-state or out-of-state.

This service is not a substitute for formal treatment and does not constitute mental health treatment.

Experiencing a mental health crisis?

Call: 303-492-2277 for 24/7 support

Crisis Care Resources

Let's Talk Schedule

Day: Mondays
Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m.
Location: Collegiate Recovery Community (UMC, 414)
Facilitator: Alison West, LPC

Note: This session is intended to help students in recovery or seeking recovery from substance use, eating concerns, self-harm, gambling and other behaviors.

*This session will be on hold from Dec. 15 to Jan. 15.

Day: Mondays
Time: 12-1 p.m.
Location: Kittredge Central Lobby
Facilitator: Anna Joseph, PsyD

Note: This session is intended to support Residence Life staff and student staff.

*This session will be on hold from Dec. 15 to Jan. 15.

Day: Tuesdays
Time: 1-2 p.m.
Location: L ucile Berkeley Buchanan (LBB), Room 338
Facilitator: Kevin Lattu, LSW

Note: This session is intended to support first-generation students.

*This session will be on hold from Dec. 15 to Jan. 15.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 2-3 p.m.
Location: Center for Community, N320
Facilitator: Yñigo Velayo, LPC

Note: This session is available at the Center for Inclusion and Social Change (CISC) and is intended to support BIPOC students.

*This session will be on hold from Dec. 15 to Jan. 15.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3-4 p.m.
Location: Recreation Center, FitWell Suite (main floor)
Facilitator: Laura Conner, LPC

Note: This session is open to all undergraduate and graduate students.

*This session will be on hold from Dec. 15 to Jan. 15.

Some questions to help students prepare for their Let’s Talk session

What is the biggest problem or issue that would be helpful for you to discuss with your Let’s Talk Facilitator today?
What types of resources would be helpful to discuss in today’s Let’s Talk session?

Let’s Talk is especially helpful for students who...

Aren’t sure about counseling or wonder what it’s like to talk with a counselor.
Aren’t interested in ongoing counseling but would like the perspective of a counselor.
Have a specific problem and would like someone with whom to briefly talk it through.
Have a concern about a friend or family member and would like ideas about what to do.
Are looking for resources or supports and are seeking help navigating where to turn.

Let’s Talk is not appropriate or helpful for students who...

Are feeling in crisis and needing immediate mental health support.
Are wanting ongoing mental health support and hoping to use Let’s Talk in this way.
Are seeking court mandated treatment or legal advice.
Are looking to process emotions or events. Instead, consider Schedule a Screening Appointment.

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