Counseling Services

Our Counselors are available to serve students during this time of uncertainty. Please contact us at lcromwell@lowercolumbia.edu or jhouge@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.

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Make an Appointment to See a Counselor

Due to Covid-19, this is a stressful time and there are many unknowns. You may be feeling isolated, overwhelmed, stressed out, scared, vulnerable, or are in a situation in which you don’t know what to do and want to talk about it. We have counseling available for Lower Columbia College students. We are here to listen and help you through this difficult time. Our counselors are available for in-person appointments and through phone and Zoom. 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,

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 Wellness: 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.