Counseling & Health Services

Appointments

Counseling and medical services are by appointment only. Please contact our office administrative assistant, Amanda Chapman at  or call 864-644-5131 for an appointment.

Mission

Southern Wesleyan University supports the growth and wholeness of its students. Counseling & Health Services engages in this aspect of Student Life through encouraging students toward emotional and physical wellness. Full-time enrolled residential and commuter students are eligible to request these free and confidential services while school is in session.

Prioritize your wellness by going to the SWU Wellness page.

Location

The Counseling & Health Center is located on the top floor of Jennings Campus Life Center – near the elevator and Game Room.

Counseling Center Services

Southern Wesleyan University provides professional mental health counseling to students upon request. This typically involves individual sessions, although group sessions and workshops may be available on an as needed basis. An individual requiring long-term or intensive specialized counseling may be referred to an outside resource to best meet his/her needs. For free, 24/7 crisis support in the United States, text "HOME" to 741741.

Counseling Center Services

Health Center Services

  • First aid treatment
  • Blood pressure and visual screenings
  • Weight screenings and assistance with weight management
  • Pregnancy counseling for both planned and unplanned pregnancies
  • Referrals for STD testing and counseling
  • Educational services including: self-care handouts and brochures, presentations for classes on health and wellness topics, and health center bulletin board
  • Wellness Week each fall semester
  • Flu vaccination clinic each year
  • Blood Drive each semester
Health Center Services

Other Resources

Crisis Text Line
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Pickens County Advocacy Center
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention