Counseling Services

Please contact us at lcromwell@lowercolumbia.edu or emccarthy@lowercolumbia.edu and we will reply as soon as possible. If you feel you have a need to talk to someone after hours, please call emergency mental health at (360) 425-6064 or text Home to 741741.

Discover your passion, create a plan to make the career of your dreams a reality, set realistic timelines based on your busy life, and get help dealing with stressors.

Counseling involves expressing your concerns, answering and asking questions, addressing feelings, and identifying ways to handle them. Our counselors are trained professionals who can help you sort out issues, make wise decisions, and change behaviors or patterns that interfere with your goals.

Counselors can help one-on-one or in small group sessions.

Emergency

Call 9-911 from a campus phone or 911 from a public phone.

Call (360) 425-6064 or toll-free at (800) 803-8833 for emergency mental health and 24-hour crisis support.

Text: Home to 741741

Make an Appointment to See a Counselor

Lower Columbia College counseling services assists students with personal support, career exploration, and brief counseling related to academic and life stressors. We are equipped to offer emotional support and assist students who are experiencing a crisis or mental health emergency. We are here to listen and help you through difficult and challenging times. Our counselors are available for in-person and telehealth appointments. Please reach out to us - we are here for you.

For more information, please call or email us or the Career Center at 360.442.2330 and we can schedule you an appointment.

Take care and be safe,

Leszek Cromwell
Mental Health Counselor
Lower Columbia College
(360) 442-2342
lcromwell@lowercolumbia.edu

Emme McCarthy
Mental Health Counselor
Lower Columbia College
(360) 442-2343
emccarthy@lowercolumbia.edu

On-Campus Help & Resources

Title IX and Sexual Misconduct: Learn what to do if you experience a sexual misconduct or gender-based incident.
Working Together to End Sexual Violence: LCC brochure on how to keep yourself safe from sexual violence.
Make A Report: Use this form if you observe or experience harassment, discrimination, bias, misconduct or threatening behavior.
Title IX: Information about your rights under Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act of 1972.
Non-Discrimination: LCC's Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy.
Diversity & Equity: Information about LCC's inclusive and safe environment for all students and employees.
Undocumented Students/DREAMers: Information about undocumented students' right to attend colleges and universities.
Childcare: Childcare services for children age four weeks to kindergarten.
Safety & Security: Safety and security services and resources.
Policies & Resources Regarding Alcohol and Drugs: Information about health risks, legal sanctions, and resources .
Red Devil Wellbeing: Activities designed to enhance the quality of your life and keep you healthy.
Food Pantry: Non-perishable food, daily grab-and-go snacks, and personal care supplies.

Off-Campus Resources

Columbia Wellness: (360) 423-0203 or (360) 225-9605 (Woodland)
Emergency Support Shelter: (360) 425-1176
Cowlitz County Emergency Support Shelter: (360) 425-1176
Crisis Response Services: (360) 425-6064 or toll-free (800) 803-8833 or hearing impaired (800) 610-6868
Eating Disorder Resources
It's On Us
Mental Health Resources
NAMI Southwest Washington
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (800) 273-8255
Coping with Grief
Coping with a Traumatic Event
Coping with Losing a Coworker to Suicide
Not Alone - TOGETHER AGAINST SEXUAL VIOLENCE
ULifeline: Text "START" to 741-741 or call (800) 273-TALK (8255)
Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs

Contact Counseling Services

Visit the Counseling Office located in the Admissions Center or call (360) 442-2330. Counseling appointments and urgent support available during regular business hours.

Leszek Cromwell, Counselor

Admissions Center Rm. 115
(360) 442-2342
lcromwell@lowercolumbia.edu

Emme McCarthy, Counselor

Admissions Center Rm. 114
(360) 442-2343
emccarthy@lowercolumbia.edu