Treatment Options On and Off Campus

Support Services On-Campus & Off-Campus

The Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) at Foothill College offers a clear pathway to support for students, faculty, and staff dealing with mental health concerns or distress. Whether you or your students need brief on-campus intervention or connection to community resources, BIT helps guide you to timely and appropriate care.

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On Campus Support for Students

The Mental Health & Wellness Center (Room 2120) serves currently-enrolled Foothill students. The Center provides brief therapy, crisis intervention, outreach and prevention services. Referrals and information for both on- and off-campus resources are an integral part of the support provided. 

Students referred to BIT or Judicial Affairs may receive an initial screening, crisis intervention, or short-term treatment. When clinically indicated, the Center will assist with off-campus referral for further assessment or evaluation as needed. 

Please note: the Psychological Services office is not a 24-hour full service clinic. In life-threatening emergencies always dial 911. 

Off-Campus Support for Students Some student needs fall outside of what can be provided on campus. Community agencies offer mental health services and other resources. The Mental Health & Wellness Office can assist with referrals to those agencies.  Each off-campus agency has its own intake procedures, often a phone screening and paperwork before the first session. Before your first appointment, ask about fees and sliding-scale options for financial hardship.  If students are required to provide proof of assessment, treatment visits or outcomes, they must sign a consent to release information between their treatment provider and BIT or Judicial Affairs.

For Faculty & Staff

Faculty and staff may access the FHDA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Optum Health, or use an off-campus provider of their choice. EAP eligibility includes up to five in-person counselling visits at no cost. For more details visit the FHDA District website or call (866) 248-4105.