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- Wellness, Balance, Growth
- Referrals to the Counseling Center
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- Alcohol and Other Drug Education Program
Wellness Education
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- Stress Relief Weeks
- Test Anxiety Workshops
- Therapy Dogs
- Question, Persuade and Refer
Saint Xavier University's Counseling Center is dedicated to providing a holistic, student centered environment that encourages personal growth and well-being in keeping with the mission of Saint Xavier University.
We foster a transformative process of self-discovery through wellness, balance and growth designed to help students reach their personal and academic potential and goals.
The mission of the Counseling Center is to guide students toward personal wellness, balance and growth. Licensed counselors facilitate this through personal counseling and wellness education.
We believe in the inherent worth of every human being and utilize a holistic and culturally respectful approach in engaging students to achieve personal and academic goals while becoming well-rounded, socially responsible individuals.
Anti-Racism StatementA few of the services we offer:
- Confidential personal and group counseling by licensed counselors.
- Comprehensive Alcohol and Other Drug Education Program (AODEP).
- Mental Health Screening Days for depression and anxiety.
- Consultation with faculty and staff regarding campus mental health/behavioral issues.
- Crisis Intervention.
- Trainings for professional staff and student leaders including resident assistants, peer ministers, etc.
- Classroom psycho-educational workshops and presentations.
- Engaging in SXU community educational outreach programs.
- Educating faculty and staff on how to respond to distressed students.
- Collaboration with the larger SXU community regarding supporting veterans.
- Appropriate participation in the Conduct System.
- Active participation on the Care Team.
Contact Us
- Location: Driehaus Center, 3911 W. 103rd Street
- Phone: 773-298-4045
- Fax: 773-298-3136
- Email: counselingservicesFREESXU
- M-F: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
College is a time of excitement, challenge and growth. You will develop not just academically, but personally as well. If at some point in your college experience some life circumstances become overwhelming and cause emotional or mental distress, the Counseling Center offers free, confidential counseling to help you cope.
Licensed counselors are available to assist you with concerns such as relationship conflicts, family problems, loss/grief, stress management, anxiety or depression as well as a range of other personal, social, emotional or psychological issues.
In case of an off-campus emergency, call 911. In case of an on-campus emergency:
- During office hours: Call 773-298-4045 or come by the Counseling Center located at 3911 W. 103rd St. in the Driehaus Center (between Gilhooley's and Copy Cats).
- Non-office hours: Call Public Safety at 773-298-3911 and they will contact the on-call counselor.
The Counseling Center offers in-person, telehealth, and phone sessions for eligible students.
To request services, complete a Request for Services Form electronically, or complete one in the Counseling Center, located at 3911 103rd Street in the Driehaus Center.
All current students are eligible to participate in counseling services at the Counseling Center, free of charge. If the counselor determines that the psychological or medical problems that a student is experiencing requires more intensive therapy or a specialized treatment approach that is not available through the Counseling Center, a referral will be discussed with the student and made to an agreed upon off-campus treatment facility. The Counseling Center does not provide legal services such as written reports or court testimony.
Filling Out a Request for Services Form
Once this form is submitted, the student will be contacted by one of our counselors within one business day to schedule a 30-minute initial assessment.
Following the initial assessment, the student will be assigned to a counselor who best fits their needs and that counselor will contact the client for the intake session.
The Counseling Center intake session is usually one hour, the student can share their thoughts and concerns, and together with the counselor, set goals for treatment. The student will be asked to complete a quick computer assessment to be used to measure improvement or to help clarify the problem. The counselor will evaluate all of the information and recommend the best approach or technique to address the student's issue. The rest of the sessions are typically 45-50 minutes. The Counseling Center uses a brief treatment model of 10-12 sessions, but the counselor will clinically assess whether the student needs fewer or additional sessions.
Confidentiality
Counselors maintain strict professional standards of confidentiality and privacy. The exceptions to confidentiality are when you indicate or a counselor believes you present an foreseeable danger to yourself or others, a child or vulnerable adult is being subjected to abuse or neglect or a court order requires disclosure of counseling files. Our files are separate from your academic and health records. In order to ensure the highest quality of care, we sometimes consult with clinical supervisors and fellow counselors. This consultation falls within the bounds of confidentiality and all efforts are made to ensure your privacy.
Saint Xavier's Counseling Center abides by the Ethical Standards of the American Counseling Association. Your request for services and the information you share are considered confidential in accordance with these standards. No information will be released without your written consent.
Please review the limits of confidentiality on the Counseling Center Consent for Services (PDF).
Request for Services
Click on the button below to request an appointment with a counselor through the Patient Portal.
If this is an emergency, please call 911 or 3911 on campus.
Request Services
Frequently Asked Questions
The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as "a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity."
Wellness
Wellness has been defined as "the quality or state of being healthy in body and mind, especially as the result of deliberate effort" or "as an actively sought goal." Wellness can be divided into seven dimensions: emotional, social, intellectual, spiritual, physical, environmental, and occupational.
As a college student, here are some ways you can work on these dimensions in your own life:
- Emotional: Emotional wellness is the ability to understand ourselves and cope with the challenges life can bring. It's the ability to express emotions appropriately, adjust to change, cope with stress in a healthy way and enjoy life despite its occasional disappointments and frustrations. Cultivate an optimistic attitude, seek and provide support, practice stress management techniques.
- Social: Social wellness is the ability to relate to and connect with other people in our world. It endows us with the ease and confidence to be outgoing, friendly and affectionate toward others. Volunteer in the community, attend SXU athletic events, join a student organization, donate blood.
- Intellectual: Intellectual wellness is a state in which your mind in engaged in lively interaction with the world around you. It implies that you can apply the things you have learned and have the desire to learn new concepts, improve skills and seek challenges. Visit a museum, study abroad, read a book that's not required, attend a political event.
- Spiritual: Spiritual wellness is the ability to establish peace and harmony in our lives, to develop congruency between values and actions. It implies a search for meaning and purpose in life, and to work toward a state of harmony with oneself and others while balancing inner needs with the rest of the world. Learn about belief systems different from your own, take a religion or philosophy class to explore your values.
- Physical: Physical wellness is the ability to maintain a healthy quality of life that slows us to get through our daily activities without undue fatigue or physical stress. It's maintained by good nutrition, regular exercise, avoiding harmful habits and making informed and responsible decisions about health. Exercise five days/week, eat vegetables and fruit daily, get eight hours of sleep each night.
- Environmental: Environmental wellness is the ability to make a positive impact on the quality of our environment, the ability to recognize our own responsibility for the quality of the air, the water and the land that surrounds us. Reduce, reuse and recycle; bike/walk to class; use re-usable water bottles.
- Occupational: Occupational wellness is preparing and making use of your gifts, skills and talents in order to gain purpose, happiness and enrichment in your life. It means successfully integrating a commitment to your occupation into a total lifestyle that is satisfying and rewarding. Update your resume yearly, attend the job fair, talk with the Career Development Center.
Balance and Growth
You can see that wellness may be a goal we never totally achieve. But it's a great goal to work toward. Some of these may be easier for you than others. Finding balance in each of these areas will be difficult as a college student, and you'll have experiences and opportunities for growth in all of them. The Counseling Center is here to help with problems and concerns in any of these areas, but we can also help with growth and improvement. Make use of all the resources SXU has for you, and may the upcoming year bring you wellness!
Referrals to the Counseling Center
For SXU Faculty and Staff
If you are concerned about a student, we suggest that you encourage him or her to come to the Counseling Center or fill out a Request for Services form online to discuss the situation with a counselor.
Here are some helpful ways to refer a student:
- Suggest that the student come to the Counseling Center, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
- Call the main line (ext. 4045) while you are with the student in order to facilitate contact. The student can then speak to someone regarding services.
- Walk the student over to the Counseling Center, located at 3911 103rd Street in the Driehaus Center. If this is an emergency, a counselor will speak to the student immediately.
Please remember that the communication between a counselor and client is confidential.
Without written consent from the student, we cannot and do not discuss the details of a student's situation or even the fact that the student is in counseling.
For further information, refer to the Students of Concern: A Guide for Faculty and Staff (PDF).
For some quick tips on supporting students and contacting the Counseling Center, download a copy of our Quick Reference Guide (PDF)
The Counseling Center has an extensive list of outside resources for concerns and situations that exceed the scope of current services. Your counselor can discuss referral options to outside providers. Any services outside of the Counseling Center are subject to costs per that provider and may be eligible for health insurance reimbursement.
| Resources | Services | Phone | Location | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aunt Martha's | General and substance use counseling. | 877-692-8686 | Multiple locations | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Palos Community Hospital Behavioral Health | Hospital and outpatient care, including counseling and substance use. | 708-361-8255 | Multiple locations | 24/7 |
| Advocate Family Care Network | Wide range of behavioral health services for children, adults, and couples, and families. | 800-216-1110 | 4700 W. 95th Street, Suite LL5, Oak Lawn | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Chicago Christian Counseling Center | Faith-based counseling (Christian) |
800-361-6880 | 15127 S. 73rd Avenue, Suite G, Orland Park (and other locations) | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Family Counseling Agency Trinity Services | Counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Includes substance abuse treatment. | 815-485-6197 | 301 Veterans Park Way, New Lenox | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Genesis Therapy Center | Counseling for individuals, couples, and families. | 708-535-7320 | 6006 159th St. Unit C, Oak Forest (Multiple Locations) |
Weekdays Weekends |
| Guardian Angel | Temporary housing, counseling, education, and prevention Programs for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Services offered in English and Spanish | 815-729-1228 | 168 N. Ottawa St, Joliet | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Counseling, health, and HIV/AIDS services to promote health and wellness of LGBTQ community. |
773-388-1600 | 4025 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago |
Mon - Thu Fri Sat |
|
| Lutheran Social Services | Programs for foster care, mental health, alcohol and drug treatment, residential Programs for individuals with developmental disabilities, and programs that help formerly incarcerated individuals integrate back into society. | 847-635-4600 | 1001 E. Touhy Ave. #50, Des Plaines | Mon - Fri 8:30-4:30 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | Individual and group counseling, and psychiatric services for adults and children. Intensive outpatient programs for adults. Temporary supervised housing for people with mental illnesses. Services in Spanish available. |
Southwest: Blue Island: |
Southwest: Blue Island: |
Mon - Fri Tue, Thurs |
| Orland Township Youth and Family Services | Counseling, community outreach, and prevention/ youth commission Programs. |
708-403-4222 | 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Tue - Thurs 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| The Pilsen Wellness Center | Culturally sensitive services: mental health, substance use disorder, youth and HIV prevention services, and alt. secondary education to Latino community. Offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment. | 773-579-0832 | 2319 S. Damen Ave., Chicago | Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| YWCA | Psychotherapy, child mental health services, and sexual violence support | 708-754-0486 | 320 W. 202nd Street, Chicago Heights | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| ACCESS Blue Island Family Health Center | Behavioral health, family medicine, counseling, discount prescription drug services, and HIV testing. Offers services in Spanish, Gujarati, Hindi, Ibo, and Nepali. | 708-385-6100 | 13000 Maple Avenue, Blue Island |
Mon, Wed, Thu Tue, Fri Sat |
| New Choice Intervention | Mental health assessment, counseling and therapy for individuals, families, group, crisis intervention, and behavioral intervention and treatment. | 708-566-1768 | 142 E. 154th St, Harvey | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| The Center for Self Actualization | Assist in achieving wellness of mind and body through counseling and yoga services for all ages and needs. | 708-529-3011 | 3317 W. 95th St, Suite 101, Evergreen Park | 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. every day |
| Thrive Counseling Center | Counseling services for all ages, psychiatric assessments and diagnosis, and a 24 hour mental health crisis line. | 708-383-7500 | 120 S. Marion St, Oak Park |
Mon - Thu Fri Sat |
| The Center for Psychological Services | Counseling for children, adolescents, and adults. | 708-424-0001 | 10735 S. Cicero Ave Suite 208, Oak Lawn |
Mon - Fri Sat |
| Begin Within Therapy | Individual, marriage, and group counseling. | 773-796-3712 | 3301 W. 111th St, Chicago | Mon - Sun 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
| Beverly Therapists | Counseling for children, adults, and families. | 773-310-3488 | 10725 S Western Ave, 2nd floor, Chicago | Mon - Sun 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. |
| Illinois Department of Human Resources | Assists families in need by helping them apply for WIC, SNAP, TANF or other social services. Assists with medical Programs (including substance abuse), emergency food and shelter and child care. | 773-660-4700 | 831 W 119th St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Envision Unlimited | Provides day programs, community living services, employment services, a foster care program, and mental health services for those with disabilities. | 312-346-6230 | 8 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700, Chicago |
Mon - Fri |
| Asian Human Services | Healthcare and mental health services | 773-293-8430 | 4753 N Broadway Suit 700, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Inner City Muslim Action Network (IMAN) | A community organization that fosters health, wellness and healing in the inner-city by organizing for social change, cultivating the arts, and operating a holistic health center. | 773-434-4626 | 2744 W 63rd St, Chicago |
Sun Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri Wed |
| Associated Counseling and Wellness Center |
Addiction assistance, EMDR trauma treatment, eating disorder intervention, treatments, and individual and family counseling. | 708-597-0032 | 4500 147th St, Midlothian |
Mon - Fri Sat |
| Healing Center at Silver Lake Gardens | Counseling services for children, teens, and families. | 708-586-9303 | 15127 73rd Ave, Orland Park |
Mon - Fri Sat |
| Access Living | Independent residential living to individuals with disabilities. | 312-640-2100 | 115 W Chicago Ave, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Linden Oaks Outpatient Center | Inpatient and outpatient therapy |
Hindsdale: Naperville: |
Hindsdale: Naperville: |
24/7 |
| Catholic Charities | Housing, food, domestic violence, individual and family counseling, and substance use. | 312-655-7700 | Multiple locations | 24/7 |
| Stickney Public Health District Counseling | Individual, family, and couples therapy, including LGBTQ-affirming services. | 708-237-8918 | 5635 State Road, Burbank, IL | Mon - Fri |
| Resources | Services | Phone | Location | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Abused Women Coalition | Immediate help for survivors of domestic violence. | 773-278-4566 | 24/7 | |
| YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline | Crisis intervention, information and referrals to survivors. | 888-293-2080 | Multiple locations | 24/7 |
| DCFS Hotline | Please report all concerns about child abuse and neglect to the Department of Children and Family Services. | 800-252-2873 | 24/7 | |
| Depression Hotline | Crisis intervention for depression. | 630-482-9696 | 24/7 | |
| Hopeline | Online chat provides crisis intervention for suicide, depression, and other mental health concerns. | 24/7 | ||
| National Suicide Prevention LifeLine | Immediate assistance to individuals in suicidal crises, and provides referrals. Website provides separate number for those deaf and hard of hearing. | 800-273-8255 | 24/7 | |
| >National Domestic Violence Hotline | Provides assistance to survivors of domestic violence. | 800-799-7233 | 24/7 | |
| Pillars Mobile Crisis Hotline | Free crisis hotline for help with suicidal behaviors, domestic violence, mental health crisis, family conflict, counseling, and residential eviction. Most services offered in Spanish also. | 708-745-5277 | 24/7 | |
| NAMI Chicago | >Information, referrals, support, education, advocacy, and hope to those that know someone with mental illness. |
312-563-0445 |
1801 W Warner Ave Suite 202, Chicago |
Mon - Fri Sat - Sun |
| Thrive Counseling Center | Counseling services for all ages, psychiatric assessments and diagnosis, and a 24 hour mental health crisis line. |
708-383-7500 |
120 S. Marion St, Oak Park |
Mon - Thu Fri Sat |
| Sarah's Inn | Comprehensive services, support, and safe environment for families and children impacted by domestic violence | 708-386-4225 | 24/7 | |
| Pillars Sexual Assault Hotline | Crisis hotline for individuals who have experienced sexual assault recently or in the past. | 708-482-9600 | 24/7 | |
| >Pillars Domestic Violence Hotline | Confidential domestic violence hotline. | 708-485-5254 | 24/7 | |
| Stickney Public Health District Counseling | Crisis services available by phone for residents of Stickney Township | 708-681-HELP | Evenings and weekends |
| Resources | Services | Phone | Location | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aunt Martha's |
General and substance use counseling. |
877-692-8686 | Multiple locations | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| DCFS Hotline | Please report all concerns about child abuse and neglect to the Department of Children and Family Services. | 800-252-2873 | 24/7 | |
| Pillars Mobile Crisis Hotline | Free crisis hotline for help with suicidal behaviors, domestic violence, mental health crisis, family conflict, counseling, and residential eviction. Most services offered in Spanish also. | 708-745-5277 | 24/7 | |
| Advocate Family Care Network | Wide range of behavioral health services for children, adults, and couples, and families. | 800-216-1110 | 4700 W. 95th Street, Suite LL5, Oak Lawn | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Genesis Therapy Center | Counseling for families and parenting programs. |
708-535-7320 |
6006 159th St. Unit C, Oak Forest (Multiple Locations) |
Weekdays day/ evening Weekends day |
| Lutheran Social Services | Programs for foster care, mental health, alcohol and drug treatment, residential programs for individuals with develop-mental disabilities, and programs that help formerly incarcerated individuals integrate back into society. | 847-635-4600 | 1001 E. Touhy Ave. #50, Des Plaines | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Lutheran Social Services - Intact Family Services | Follow-up services for families involved with DCFS following a report of neglect and/or abuse. | 708-489-2894 | Blue Island | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Metropolitan Family Services | Individual and group counseling, and psychiatric services for adults and children. Intensive outpatient programs for adults. Temporary supervised housing for people with mental illnesses. Services in Spanish available |
Southwest: Blue Island: |
Southwest: 10537 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills Blue Island: 13136 S. Western Ave. |
Mon - Fri Tue, Thurs |
| Orland Township Youth and Family Services | Counseling, community outreach, and prevention/ youth commission programs. |
708-403-4222 |
14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park |
Mon - Fri Tue - Thurs |
| The Pilsen Wellness Center | Mental health, substance use disorder, youth and HIV prevention services, and alt. secondary education for Latino community. Offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment. | 773-579-0832 | 2319 S. Damen Ave., Chicago | Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| YWCA | Psychotherapy, child mental health services, and sexual violence support | 708-754-0486 | 320 W. 202nd Street, Chicago Heights | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| ACCESS Blue Island family Health Center | Behavioral health, family medicine, counseling, discount prescription drug services, and HIV testing. Offers services in Spanish, Gujarati, Hindi, Ibo, and Nepali. |
708-385-6100 |
13000 Maple Avenue, Blue Island |
Mon, Wed, Thu Tue, Fri Sat |
| New Choice Intervention | Mental health assessment counseling and therapy for individuals/ families/ group, crisis intervention, and behavioral intervention and treatment. | 708-566-1768 | 142 E. 154th St, Harvey | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Sarah's Inn |
Comprehensive services, support, and safe environment for families and children impacted by domestic violence. |
708-386-3305 Crisis hotline: 708-386-4225 |
309 Harrison St #100, Oak Park | 24/7 |
| Illinois Department of Human Services | Assists families in need by helping them apply for WIC, SNAP, TANF or other social services. Assists with medical programs (including substance abuse), emergency food and shelter and child care. |
773-660-4700 |
831 W 119th St, Chicago |
Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m - 5 p.m |
| Illinois Action for Children | Supports children and families affected by poverty with child care and financial support. | 312-823-1100 | 8741 S. Greenwood, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. |
| Maryville Crisis Nursery | Provides residential programs for children in need, family support programs, mental health services, and healthcare services. | 773-205-3600 | 4015 N Oak Park Ave, Chicago | |
| Asian Human Services | Health care and mental health services | 773-293-8430 | 4753 N Broadway Suit 700, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Inner City Muslim Action Network (IMAN) | A community organization that fosters health, wellness and healing in the inner-city by organizing for social change, cultivating the arts, and operating a holistic health center. |
773-434-4626 |
2744 W 63rd St, Chicago |
Mon, Tue, Thurs, Wed Fri Sun |
| Ignite | Emergency and supportive housing for youth and young adults. | 312-568-5700 | 180 N Michigan Ave #1900, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| El Rascate | Supportive housing for LGBTQ Latino and African American youth and young adults. | 872-829-2662 | 2703 W Division St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Associated Counseling and Wellness Center | Addiction assistance, EMDR trauma treatment, eating disorder intervention/ treatments, and individual and family counseling. |
708-597-0032 |
4500 147th St, Midlothian |
Mon - Fri Sat |
| Healing Center at Silver Lake Gardens | Counseling services for children, teens, and families. |
708-586-9303 |
15127 73rd Ave, Orland Park |
Mon - Fri Sat |
| Access Living | Independent residential living to individuals with disabilities. | 312-640-2100 | 115 W Chicago Ave, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Catholic Charities | Housing, food, domestic violence, individual and family counseling, and substance use. | 312-655-7700 | Multiple locations | 24/7 |
| Stickney Public Health District Counseling | Individual, family, and couples therapy, including LGBTQ- affirming services. | 708-237-8918 | 5635 State Road, Burbank, IL | Mon - Fri |
| Resources | Services | Phone | Location | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aunt Martha's | General and substance use counseling. | 877-692-8686 | Multiple locations | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Pillars Mobile Crisis Hotline | Free crisis hotline for help with residential eviction and other services. Offers most services in English and Spanish with sliding scale (pay what you can). | 708-745-5277 | 24/7 | |
| Guardian Angel | Temporary housing, counseling, education, and prevention programs for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Services offered in English and Spanish. | 815-729-1228 | 168 N. Ottawa St, Joliet | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Heartland Alliance for Human Needs & Human Rights | Serves the homeless, people living in poverty, and those seeking safety by providing services such as housing, health, and jobs. | 312-660-1300 | 208 S. LaSalle Street, Suite 1300, Chicago | 24/7 |
| Metropolitan Family Services |
Temporary supervised housing for people with mental illnesses. Services in Spanish available. |
Southwest: Blue Island: |
Southwest: 10537 S. Roberts Road, Palos Hills Blue Island: 13136 S. Western Ave. |
Mon - Fri Tue, Thurs |
| The Pilsen Wellness Center | Mental health, substance use disorder, youth and HIV prevention services, and alt. secondary education for Latino community. Offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment. | 773-579-0832 | 2319 S. Damen Ave., Chicago | Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| New Choice Intervention | Services for the mentally ill who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. | 708-566-1768 | 142 E. 154th St, Harvey | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Chicago House and Social Services | Social service organization that supports individuals impacted by HIV/AIDS and the broader LGBTQ community with housing, health, and employment support. | 773-248-5200 | 1925 N. Clybourn, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. -5 p.m. |
| The Olive Branch | Emergency, interim and permanent shelter and meals to women, children, and families who need housing. Residential addiction recovery for homeless men. | 773-660-8625 | 6310 S Claremont Ave, Chicago | 24/7 |
| Chicago City Services |
Shelter for the homeless. Please inform the operator. |
Phone: 311 Outside of the Chicago area call: 312-744-5000 |
2111 W. Lexington Street, Chicago | 24/7 |
| Chicago Coalition for the Homeless Law Project | Legal assistance and housing resources for homeless youth and young adults. | 312-641-4140 | 70 East Lake Street Suite 720, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. -5 p.m. |
| Chicago Housing Authority | Helps people find housing, Programs and services. | 312-742-8500 | 60 E Van Buren St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Illinois Department of Human Resources | Assists families in need by helping them apply for WIC, SNAP, TANF or other social services. Assists with medical Programs (including substance abuse), emergency food and shelter and child care. | 773-660-4700 | 831 W 119th St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Envision Unlimited | Provides day Programs, community living services, employment services, a foster care program, and mental health services for those with disabilities. | 312-346-6230 | 8 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Legal Aid Chicago | Resolves critical legal issues that trap people in poverty. | 312-341-1070 | 120 S La Salle St #900, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:45 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Inner City Muslim Action Network (IMAN) | A community organization that fosters health, wellness and healing in the inner-city by organizing for social change, cultivating the arts, and operating a holistic health center. |
773-434-4626 |
2744 W 63rd St, Chicago |
Sun Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri Wed |
| Ignite | Emergency and supportive housing for youth and young adults. | 312-568-5700 | 180 N Michigan Ave #1900, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| El Rascate | Supportive housing for LGBTQI Latino and African American youth and young adults. | 872-829-2662 | 2703 W Division St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Emergency and Transitional Housing program | Gives immediate shelter services to the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless. | 1-800-843-6154 | Multiple locations | |
| Access Living | Independent residential living to individuals with disabilities. | 312-640-2100 | 115 W Chicago Ave, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
| Catholic Charities | Housing, food, domestic violence, individual and family counseling, and substance use. | 312-655-7700 | Multiple locations | 24/7 |
| Resources | Services | Phone | Location | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To confidentially ask questions about HIV/AIDS and get referrals for further support. | 800-243-2437 | 24/7 | ||
| Genesis Therapy Center | Psycho-educational group for family and friends of LGBTQ children and teens. |
708-535-7320 |
6006 159th St. Unit C, Oak Forest (Multiple Locations) |
Weekdays day/eve Weekends day |
| Howard Brown Health | Counseling, health, and HIV/AIDS services to promote health and wellness of LGBT community. |
773-388-1600 |
4025 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago |
Mon - Thu Fri - Sat |
| Social service organization that supports individuals impacted by HIV/AIDS and the broader LGBTQ community with housing, health, and employment support. | 773-248-5200 | 1925 N. Clybourn, Chicago | Mon - Fr 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
|
| Supportive housing for LGBTQ Latino and African American youth and young adults. | 872-829-2662 | 2703 W Division St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. |
|
| Stickney Public Health District Counseling | Individual, family, and couples therapy, including LGBTQ-affirming services. | 708-237-8918 | 5635 State Road, Burbank | Mon - Fri |
| Resources | Services | Phone | Location | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Aids Hotline | To confidentially ask questions about HIV/AIDS and get referrals for further support. | 800-243-2437 | 24/7 | |
| Heartland Alliance for Human Needs & Human Rights | Serves the homeless, people living in poverty, and those seeking safety by providing services such as housing, health, and jobs. | 312-660-1300 | 208 S. LaSalle Street, Suite 1300, Chicago | 24/7 |
| Metropolitan Family Services | Individual and group counseling, and psychiatric services for adults and children. Intensive outpatient Programs for adults. Temporary supervised housing for people with mental illnesses. Services in Spanish available |
Southwest: Blue Island: |
Southwest: Blue Island: |
Mon - Fri Tue - Thurs |
| Orland Township Youth and Family Services | Counseling, community outreach, and prevention/youth commission Programs. A food pantry is located at same township facility. |
708-403-4222 |
14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park |
Mon - Fri Tue - Thurs |
| The Pilsen Wellness Center | Mental health, substance use disorder, youth and HIV prevention services, and alt. secondary education for Latino community. Offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment. | 773-579-0832 | 2319 S. Damen Ave., Chicago | Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| NAMI Chicago | Information, referrals, support, education, advocacy, and hope to those that know someone with mental illness. |
312-563-0445 |
1801 W Warner Ave Suite 202, Chicago |
Mon - Fri Sat - Sun |
| ACCESS Blue Island Family Health Center | Behavioral health, family medicine, counseling, discount prescription drug services, and HIV testing. Offers services in Spanish, Gujarati, Hindi, Ibo, and Nepali. |
708-385-6100 |
13000 Maple Avenue, Blue Island |
Mon, Wed, Thu Tue, Fri Sat |
| New Choice Intervention | Mental health assessment, counseling and therapy for individuals/ families/group, crisis intervention, and behavioral intervention and treatment. Services for the mentally ill who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. |
708-566-1768 | 142 E. 154th St, Harvey | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| The Center For Self Actualization | Assist in achieving wellness of mind and body through counseling and yoga services for all ages and needs. | 708-529-3011 | 3317 W. 95th St, Suite 101, Evergreen Park | 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. every day |
| The Olive Branch | Emergency, interim and permanent shelter and meals to women, children, and families who need housing. Residential addiction recovery for homeless men. | 773-660-8625 | 6310 S Claremont Ave, Chicago | 24/7 |
| Chicago Coalition for the Homeless Law Project | Legal assistance and housing resources for homeless youth and young adults. | 312-641-4140 | 70 East Lake Street Suite 720, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Illinois Department of Human Services | Assists families in need by helping them apply for WIC, SNAP, TANF or other social services. Assists with medical Programs (including substance abuse), emergency food and shelter and child care. | 773-660-4700 | 831 W 119th St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Social Security Disability Determination | Provides assistance to individuals with disabilities. | 800-772-1213 | Multiple locations | |
| Women Employed | Assists with student aid and financial debts, helps women find employment, and provides resources to help women know and understand their rights in the workplace. | 312-782-3902 | 65 E Wacker Pl # 1500, Chicago | |
| Envision Unlimited | Provides day Programs, community living services, employment services, a foster care program, and mental health services for those with disabilities. | 312-346-6230 | 8 S. Michigan Avenue, Suite 1700, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Provides food for the hungry. | 773-247-3663 | 4100 W Ann Lurie Pl, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Cook County Sheriff's List of Food Pantries | List of food pantries available within the Cook County area | Multiple locations | ||
| Chicago Legal Clinic | Provides legal assistance to members of the community (some at low or no cost). | 773-731-1762 | 2938 E 91st St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Stroger Hospital | Hospital offering various treatments for different health issues. | 312-864-6000 | 1969 W Ogden Ave, Chicago | 24/7 |
| Catholic Charities | Housing, food, domestic violence, individual and family counseling, and substance use. | 312-655-7700 | Multiple locations | 24/7 |
| Resources | Services | Phone | Location | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aunt Martha's | General and substance abuse counseling. | 877-692-8686 | Multiple locations | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Palos Community Hospital Behavioral Health | Hospital and outpatient care, including counseling and substance use. | 708-361-8255 | Multiple locations | 24/7 |
| Family Counseling Agency Trinity Services | Counseling for children, adolescents, adults, and couples. Includes substance abuse treatment. |
815-485-6197 |
301 Veterans Park Way, New Lenox |
Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Howard Brown Health | Substances use counseling and related services to promote wellness of LGBTQ community |
773-388-1600 |
4025 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago |
Mon - Thu Fri-Sat |
| Lutheran Social Services | Programs for foster care, mental health, alcohol and drug treatment, residential Programs for individuals with developmental disabilities, and programs that help formerly incarcerated individuals integrate back into society. | 847-635-4600 | 1001 E. Touhy Ave. #50, Des Plaines | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| The Pilsen Wellness Center | Mental health, substance use disorder, youth and HIV prevention services, and alt. secondary education for Latino community. Offers Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation treatment. | 773-579-0832 | 2319 S. Damen Ave., Chicago | Mon - Sat 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| New Choice Intervention | Mental health assessment, counseling and therapy for individuals/ families/group, crisis intervention, and behavioral intervention and treatment. |
708-566-1768 | 142 E. 154th St, Harvey | Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| The Olive Branch | Emergency, interim and permanent shelter and meals to women, children, and families who need housing. Residential addiction recovery for homeless men. | 773-660-8625 24/7 |
6310 S Claremont Ave, Chicago | 24/7 |
| Illinois Department of Human Services | Assists families in need by helping them apply for WIC, SNAP, TANF or other social services. Assists with medical Programs (including substance abuse), emergency food and shelter and child care. | 773-660-4700 | 831 W 119th St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Associated Counseling and Wellness Center | Addiction assistance, EMDR trauma treatment, eating disorder intervention/ treatments, and individual and family counseling. |
708-597-0032 |
4500 147th St, Midlothian |
Mon - Fri Sat |
| Linden Oaks Outpatient Center | Inpatient and outpatient therapy |
Hindsdale: Naperville: |
Hindsdale: Naperville: |
24/7 |
| Catholic Charities | Housing, food, domestic violence, individual and family counseling, and substance use. | 312-655-7700 | Multiple locations | 24/7 |
| Resources | Services | Phone | Location | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Abused Women Coalition | Immediate help for survivors of domestic violence. | 773-278-4566 | 24/7 | |
| YWCA Rape Crisis Hotline | Crisis intervention, information and referrals to survivors. | 888-293-2080 | 24/7 | |
| National Domestic Violence Hotline | Provides assistance to survivors of domestic violence. | 800-799-7233 | 24/7 | |
| Pillars Mobile Crisis Hotline | Free crisis hotline for help with suicidal behaviors, domestic violence, mental health crisis, family conflict, counseling, and residential eviction. Most services offered in Spanish also. | 708-745-5277 | 24/7 | |
| Crisis Center for South Suburbia | Crisis center for survivors of domestic violence, also provides housing and counseling services for survivors. | 708-429-7233 | 24/7 | |
| Guardian Angel | Temporary housing, counseling, education, and prevention Programs for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. Services offered in English and Spanish. | 815-729-1228 | 168 N. Ottawa St, Joliet | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. |
| Howard Brown Health | Counseling and health services for survivors of intimate partner violence to promote wellness of LGBTQ community |
773-388-1600 |
4025 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago |
Mon - Thu Fri Sat |
| YWCA | Psychotherapy, child mental health services, and sexual violence support |
708-754-0486 |
320 W. 202nd Street, Chicago Heights |
Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. |
| Sarah's Inn |
Comprehensive services, support, and safe environment for families and children impacted by domestic violence |
708-386-3305
Crisis hotline: 708-386-4225 |
309 Harrison St #100, Oak Park | 24/7 |
| Illinois Department of Human Services | Assists families in need by helping them apply for WIC, SNAP, TANF or other social services. Assists with medical Programs (including substance abuse), emergency food and shelter and child care. | 773-660-4700 | 831 W 119th St, Chicago | Mon - Fri 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Catholic Charities | Housing, food, domestic violence, individual and family counseling, and substance use. | 312-655-7700 | Multiple locations | 24/7 |
| Pillars Sexual Assault Hotline | Crisis hotline for individuals who have experienced sexual assault recently or in the past. | 708-482-9600 | 24/7 | |
| Pillars Domestic Violence Hotline | Confidential domestic violence hotline. | 708-485-5254 | 24/7 |
The mission of the Alcohol and Other Drug Education Program (AODEP) is to serve as a leader in the prevention and reduction of alcohol and other drug abuse, and accordingly, partner with stakeholders across the University to cultivate an environment that fosters the development of Saint Xavier University students.
Guided by Saint Xavier's rich Mercy tradition and utilizing the latest research and best practices in the field, the AODEP employs a comprehensive multi-tiered approach to substance abuse prevention that integrates education, environmental management, intervention and institutional assessment.
The AODEP supports and advances the mission and core values of Saint Xavier University by providing information to students, staff and faculty that promotes and respects healthy lifestyle choices and personal growth and development.
The AODEP is an institution-wide collaboration between Academic Affairs and Student Affairs at SXU. Its vision is to educate the SXU community about the impact of alcohol and other drug use as it relates to academic and personal success.
The AODEP:
- Serves as a link for students to University support services
- Provides information to students, staff and faculty that fosters healthy lifestyle choices
- Designs and implements programs in collaboration with other University departments
- Recommends changes to University policy regarding alcohol and other drugs
- Measures the outcome effectiveness of prevention programs and activities
- Creates an atmosphere in which alcohol and other drug use is not the central focus of social events
Screening and Education Days
The Counseling Center sponsors two screening days every academic year for anxiety and for depression. Our goal is to provide wellness information to help students regarding stress and mood and to provide screening services to students who are concerned about their levels of anxiety and/or depression in their lives.
Test Anxiety Workshops
The Counseling Center is holding a series of workshops throughout the semester for students to learn new ways to manage their mental health before tests. Our goal is to provide students with information to identify and change self-defeating thoughts. We offer relaxation techniques to combat anxiety and improve focus and concentration.
Question, Persuade, and Refer
QPR stands for Question, Persuade and Refer: Three simple steps that anyone can learn to help save a life from suicide. Just as people trained in CPR and the Heimlich maneuver help save thousands of lives each year, people trained in QPR learn how to recognize the warning signs of a suicide crisis and how to question, persuade, and refer someone to help.
Meet the Staff
Melissa Butler
Coordinator
Phone: 773-298-4045
Email: mabutler@sxu.edu
Adriana Del Olmo
Bilingual Counselor
Phone: 773-298-3134
Email: delolmo@sxu.edu
Daija O'Banion
Counselor
Phone: 773-298-3688
Email: obanion@sxu.edu
Keiana Winters
Director
Phone: 773-298-3137
Email: kwinters@sxu.edu
Disclaimer
The Counseling Center at Saint Xavier University maintains this Internet site as a service to the University community. It is intended as a resource to inform and to educate. Included are direct links to other internet sites that we believe may be helpful. However, this does not imply that the Counseling Center endorses all of the information provided at each of these sites. Furthermore, while we attempt to monitor and update our listings on a regular basis, we cannot make any claims or assume any responsibility as to the reliability or functionality of the Internet addresses (URLs) provided or the information contained at these sites.
Readers are encouraged to evaluate the materials and to use what they find to be helpful. Information provided on our web pages and at other Internet sites are not intended as a substitute for assistance from a qualified mental health professional. For personal assistance, SXU students can complete the online request for services form or come to our office, located at 3911 W. 103rd Street in the Driehaus Center, to complete a Request for Services with one of our counselors.