Free 24/7 Mental Health Support and Wellness Resources
Howard Community College has partnered with Uwill®, a leading mental health and wellness solution. Uwill offers students free immediate access to teletherapy, a direct crisis connection, and wellness programming through its easy-to-use online platform.
To schedule teletherapy:
- Register and create a profile with Uwill using your HCC email address.
- Choose a therapist based on your preferences including availability, issue, gender, language, ethnicity.
- Choose a time that fits your schedule with day, night, and weekend availability.
If a student is experiencing a mental health crisis, help is available 24/7/365 at 833-646-1526.
If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
Uwill also provides students free access to on-demand wellness programming through its easy to use online platform. Select wellness from the left navigation and relax and recharge your mind and body with a wide range of wellness such as yoga, meditation, mindfulness, and more! Allow Uwill to help you discover greater focus and balance as you navigate the semester.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible to use Uwill's free services?
All current Howard Community College students are eligible to use Uwill services, free of charge.
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How do I get started?
You can access the Uwill platform by clicking here and completing your profile using your school email address and current location. After completing your profile, you can immediately schedule an appointment with your chosen therapist. Many students have their first session within hours of profile completion.
If you are facing a mental health emergency, call 833-646-1526 to reach one of Uwill’s licensed therapists trained in crisis response. For medical emergencies, please call 911.
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Is it really private and secure?
Yes, Uwill is HIPAA and FERPA compliant which means they follow the strictest privacy guidelines.
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What can a Uwill therapist help me with?
Uwill therapists have a range of specialties and have extensive experience working with students. Many students utilize Uwill to help with mood changes, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, poor body image, academic challenges, and loneliness, among many other things.
If you are facing a mental health emergency, you can reach one of Uwill’s licensed therapists trained in crisis response by calling 833-646-1526. For medical emergencies, please call 911.
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Who are the counselors available on the Uwill platform?
The counselors in the Uwill network are all licensed mental health professionals with extensive clinical experience.
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Which treatment approaches do the counselors utilize?
Counselors available on the Uwill platform take a solutions-oriented, holistic approach to treatment. The therapists aim to work collaboratively to help you accomplish your goals through teaching tangible skills. This means that counselors focus on providing specific tools, coping skills, and resources to address the issues you are facing.
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Can I choose between video, phone, chat and message-based support?
Yes, students work with their counselor to select the format that best suits them. The first session must be video or phone, and then you can choose the modality based on your schedule and needs.
Uwill’s crisis connection is available only by phone at 833-646-1526. For medical emergencies, please call 911.
If you need any assistance, please reach out directly to Uwill at support@uwill.com.
