Emergency/Immediate Help
Immediate Help
If you or someone you know is experiencing a life-threatening mental health emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
Counseling and Testing Center Emergency Visit
Students who need urgent mental health help during business hours can be seen for an emergency intake by using the CTC same-day walk in system. A clinician will assess the student's current functioning and help determine next steps.
Counseling Center After-Hours Crisis Support
Phone: (330) 972-7082 option 2
The CTC offers after-hours crisis support to any °µºÚ±¬ÁÏ student or any person concerned about a °µºÚ±¬ÁÏ student. Professional mental health counselors are available when the CTC is closed to assist callers with mental health crises. Counselors also can provide information about the CTC or other campus resources.
Additional After-Hours Resources
University of Akron Police: 330-972-2911
°µºÚ±¬ÁÏ Suicide Prevention Resources
Portage Path Psychiatric Emergency Services: 330-762-6110
Portage Path Psychiatric Support Hotline: 330-434-9144
: 330-434-7273
: 1-866-488-7386
: skills and support for coping with suicidal thoughts
:
1- 800-662-4357