Counseling & Psychological Services
Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) seeks to assist students in developing greater self-understanding and help resolve problems that interfere with their optimal personal functioning.
Our Resources
To request an appointment, current students can call (415) 422-6352 or go to the CAPS MyUSF website. If experiencing a mental health crisis, students can access the CAPS All Hours line at (855) 531-0761, 24/7 as well as the National Crisis Text line, a peer support resource (text HOME to 741741).
Our web resources are open to all students. Learn more about our resources, including appointments, workshops, and referrals, on MyUSF.
A Broad Range of Counseling & Psychological Services
While at USF, you'll have access to a broad range of services to support your personal development. CAPS offers in-person and remote individual, couples, and group therapy to currently enrolled students residing within California — state regulations prevent provision of therapy across state lines.
Students may choose to meet in person or by confidential video or phone call. Single Session Therapy (SST) or brief ongoing therapy sessions are available. There are no fees for services.
Commonly Addressed Issues
- Personal: Stress and anxiety, depression, anger, loneliness, guilt, self-esteem, grief and loss
- Relationship: Romantic relationship difficulties, sexual concerns, roommate conflicts, difficulties with coworkers or classmates, issues with family or friends
- Developmental: Identity development, adjustment to college, life transitions, cultural concerns
- Academic: Performance anxiety, perfectionism, underachievement, motivation
- Other: Spiritual concerns, body image/food preoccupation, healthy lifestyle choices, mild alcohol and drug use concerns, sexual assault
Important Resources
Use these resources when you need help or support.
Please Note: CAPS is unable to provide documentation for disability accommodations, release of residence hall contracts, emotional support animals, or study abroad clearance. CAPS or The Office of the Dean of Students can assist students in finding off-campus clinicians to provide such documentation.
All Hours Line: 855-531-0761
For students experiencing a mental health crisis who urgently need to speak to a counselor. Available 24/7, including weekends and holidays. For all other mental health needs, including scheduling, canceling or rescheduling appointments, call CAPS directly at 415-422-6352 or visit the CAPS MyUSF website.
Self-Help & Resources
Favorite resources of the staff at CAPS. Check them out when you want to manage stress, sleep, and other concerns.
Emergency Services
For emergencies, call (415) 422-2911 or extension 2911 from any on-campus phone. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Faculty & Staff Resources
For services for faculty and staff, contact CONCERN Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at (800) 344-4222.
Professional Training Programs
Our Staff
Our staff includes licensed psychologists and pre-licensed clinicians. Our full-time training program includes doctoral-level health psychology interns and postdoctoral fellows.
Gillson Hall, Lower Level
San Francisco, CA 94117-1080
Mon–Thurs. 8:30 a.m.–7 p.m.; Fri. 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Evenings by appointment only.