Suicide Prevention & Mental Health Crisis

If you have injured yourself or others, call for emergency help right away!

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We Are Here To Help

If you are having suicidal thoughts or experiencing emotional distress, support is available.

Licensed counselors are available 24/7.
910.775.4749

Unable to call? You can text a crisis counselor at any hour.

Text HOME to 741741

Support is available at any time during a suicidal crisis or if you are in emotional distress.

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Know the Signs. Speak Up. Get Help.

Your mental health matters, and recognizing when someone is struggling can make all the difference. If you or someone you know is showing signs of emotional distress, don鈥檛 wait 鈥� take action.

  • Talking about death, suicide, or feeling hopeless

  • Expressing a desire to die or harm themselves

  • Seeking access to weapons or other means

  • Feeling trapped or like there's no way out

  • Withdrawing from friends or activities

  • Showing extreme anxiety, mood swings, or changes in sleep

  • Saying they have no reason to live or no purpose

Concerned about someone's safety or well-being? Submit a confidential CARE Report. Our team will follow up and connect the student with support.

It鈥檚 okay to ask for help 鈥� and you don鈥檛 have to wait until things feel overwhelming. Whether you鈥檙e dealing with stress, anxiety, depression or just need someone to talk to, support is here for you.

Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) offers:

  • Free, confidential counseling for all enrolled students

  • Same-day triage appointments to get you connected quickly

  • Short-term individual and group therapy

  • After-hours mental health support

Visit CAPS (2nd Floor, Brave Health Center) or call 910.521.6202 during business hours to make an appointment.

After hours? Call 910.775.4749 to speak to a counselor.