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Behavioral Health Counseling

we are here for you

Counseling services are available at no cost to all Ivy Tech Terre Haute and Greencastle students through our partnership with Valley Professionals Community Health Center. Services are provided by licensed mental health counselors employed by Valley Professionals and are available in person or virtually.

We provide individual mental health counseling to help you navigate personal, academic, and emotional challenges. 

  • Stress, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed
  • Depression or changes in mood
  • Test anxiety or academic challenges
  • Time management and balancing responsibilities
  • Relationship or family concerns
  • Grief, loss, or major life transitions
  • Trauma or adjusting to difficult life events
  • Personal growth and emotional well-being

These are just a few examples. No matter what you're facing, Ivy Tech counselors are here to help and support you. If additional support is needed, our counselors can also help connect you with an off-campus provider who best fits your needs.

GET THE SUPPORT WITHOUT THE COST

Regardless of your insurance coverage, you will not incur any costs for counseling services. If you are covered under a parent's, guardian's, or spouse's insurance plan, you may choose not to bill your insurance and will not be responsible for any out-of-pocket expenses.

hours and location

Our on-site mental health counselors are located in Room E148A, nearest Entrance C on the south side of the Terre Haute campus. A counselor is available on-site Tuesday and Wednesday each week, and appointments can be conducted in-person or virtually.

request counseling or schedule an appointment

To request services, please complete the Counseling Request Form below or contact Kelli Jones, Case Manager at 1 (844) 900-9355. 

Once you fill out the form or call the number provided, we will contact you via email within 2-3 business days. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call the suicide and crisis hotline at 988 or call 911 for immediate help.

Counseling Request Form

Access to no cost mental health counseling for eligible students has been made possible through the generous support of the Clay County Community Foundation and the Sullivan County Community Foundation, affiliates of the Wabash Valley Community Foundation. Their funding helps ensure that students from these counties can receive the mental health support they need without financial barriers.

 

  • Students seek counseling for many reasons, including:

    • Stress, anxiety, or feeling overwhelmed
    • Depression or changes in mood
    • Test anxiety or academic challenges
    • Time management and balancing responsibilities
    • Relationship or family concerns
    • Grief, loss, or major life transitions
    • Trauma or adjusting to difficult life events
    • Personal growth and emotional well-being

    These are just a few examples. No matter what you're facing, Ivy Tech counselors are here to help and support you.

  • Information you share with your counselor will be kept in strict confidence. Information will not be disclosed to any college department or outside agency without your written permission.

    There are some situations in which we are legally obligated to disclose information or take action to protect you or others from harm: (a) if we believe that a child or vulnerable adult is being or has been subjected to abuse or neglect, we may be required to file a report with the appropriate government agency; (b) if we believe that you are a danger to yourself, we are obligated to seek hospitalization or to contact others who can help provide protection; (c) if we believe that you are a threat to others, we are required to take protective actions which may include notifying the potential victim, contacting the police, or seeking hospitalization for you; or (d) as otherwise required by law.

    The exceptions to confidentiality are rare.

  • Our goal is to provide effective, psychological services which promote individual growth and emotional health. We understand each person is unique and we strive to honor and respect the individuality of each student we support.

meet the counselors

Lacey Skwortz, MSW, LCSW

Lacey is a lifelong resident of the area and comes from a large family. She is married with two children and has been a dedicated social worker in Vigo County since 2006. Lacey has extensive experience in both mental health and hospital settings, working with children, adolescents, adults, and couples.

Gary Anderson, LCSW

Gary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and has served the needs of families in the Wabash Valley area for over 15 years. He is married with two children and is all about spending time with his family, traveling and enjoying the outdoors as much as possible.