Mental Health and Wellness Center
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Are you experiencing academic pressure, isolation, questions around sexuality, conflict or separation, challenges with friendships or relationships, or other stressful situations? The Mission & Goals of the Mental Health & Wellness Center are centered around supporting you.
Foothill College’s Mental Health and Wellness Center provides free, confidential support and resources to help students manage emotional well-being, personal challenges, and academic stress. Services are available both virtually and in person, making care accessible when and where you need it. We even offer a state-of-the-art Wellness Lounge where you can decompress.
You can connect with licensed mental health professionals at the Mental Health & Wellness Center. We also offer access to Uwill, Foothill’s 24/7 virtual counseling partner. Support is available for a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, racial trauma, relationships, life transitions, and overall mental wellness.
Whether you are seeking short-term guidance, ongoing support, or crisis resources, the Mental Health and Wellness Center is here to help you feel supported, stay well, and remain focused on your academic goals.
If You Are Experiencing an Emergency
Emergency Contacts
If you are on or near campus and need immediate police, fire, or medical assistance:
- Campus phone: Dial 9-1-1 (no need to dial “9” first)
- Cell phone: Call 408.924.8000
Mental Health Emergency
If you or another student is experiencing a life-threatening mental health emergency:
- Call 9-8-8 (Mental Health Crisis Line)
- Or FHDA Police Dispatch: Call 408.924.8000
Mental Health Resources
Beaready to share: Student name, CDWI, phone, email, and location (if known).
Mental Health & Wellness Center
Building 2100, Office 2120 Campus Center, Lower Level (next to Health Center)
(650) 949-7910
Uwill
Uwill is is our new online partner for 24/7, 1-on-1 virtual support, formerly provided by Tbh. Uwill provides free mental health care and other resources for Foothill students. Use it on your phone any connected device to get virtual care from anywhere. See how to get started with Uwill.
Flourish
Flourish is a free 24/7 wellness app for Foothill students and employees. Manage stress, build healthy habits, and support emotional well-being with quick activities, science-based tools, and an AI companion—designed by Stanford-trained psychologists for busy lives.
Wellness Lounge
Our lounge offers a variety of resources and services designed to help you relax, recharge, and prioritize your mental health and wellness, including massage chairs, wellness literature, and quiet and calming spaces for yoga and stretching. Find resources aimed at helping you manage your stress.
eCHECKUP
Take a confidential eCHECKUP screener to support your mental health. Get personalized feedback and helpful information on alcohol and marijuana use, managing anxiety, and planning for overall well-being—all designed to help you make informed, healthy choices.
Mental Health Resources
Access online and in-person mental health resources, including support for coping with racial trauma and injustice. Explore tools like the Uwill and Flourish apps to build resilience, manage stress, and support your overall well-being anytime.
For Faculty & Staff
Faculty and staff play a vital role in supporting student mental health. Learn about Health & Wellness Center services, presentations, workshops, and tools to help students manage stress, navigate emotional challenges, and handle life transitions with confidence and care.
FAQs About Our Services
The Mental Health & Wellness Center (MHWC) is here to support your emotional well-being while you’re a student at Foothill College. Below you’ll find answers to common questions about counseling services, confidentiality, appointments, wait times, and costs.
If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, review the information on the emergency webpage.
- Brief individual and couples counseling.
- Crisis intervention services.
- Mediation for student/student or student/faculty conflicts.
- Information, and referral services to campus and community resources.
- Stress, Wellness and Coping CNSL 72 (A 3 unit CSU transferable class that meets the GE & Lifelong Learning Requirement).
- Stress management workshops.
We provide brief therapy up to eight sessions per academic year for free.
Although the length of time in counseling is limited, most students report feeling better after one to two sessions.The type of therapy that we use draws from several modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Based approaches.
This type of therapy tends to be very effective in a short amount of time, which works well for our college setting.We teach self-help, resilience skills, and sometimes assign homework or activities to do between visits to make our work together more productive.
We attempt to schedule a first appointment within a week. Our hours are updated regularly for your convenience.
You get up to eight free sessions with our office per school year if you are taking for-credit classes. If you use all eight for the year, we will help you find a community provider and support you during your transition to that service. We are always here to help.
