Mental Health Services
Decker Hall/Lower Level
(609) 771-2247
mhs@tcnj.edu
http://mhs.tcnj.edu/
Hours and Appointments
MHS is open from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Monday- Friday. Appointments may be made by
completing a "Request for Services Form" on-line at: https://tcnj.medicatconnect.com
Most students will be connected to a counselor within a week of contacting the office.
However, during peak times (such as exam periods) there may be a somewhat longer wait.
A student with an urgent problem can be seen the same day.
For after-hour emergencies, contact the Capital Health System - Fuld Campus at (609) 396-
HELP, Campus Police at 911, and/or a Residential Education staff member.
FAQ
Must I have a serious psychological problem to come to Mental Health Services?
No. Students come to Mental Health Services (MHS) to discuss a wide range of problems.
Some do have more serious psychological difficulties. Students are encouraged to come in
to discuss any type of concern — roommate difficulties, loneliness, lack of self-confidence,
procrastination, sexual orientation and gender identity concerns, grief, and cultural/ethnic
issues.
Will anyone be told that I have come to MHS?
No. MHS has a strict confidentiality policy and will not release information regarding
contact with a student without permission from the student except in the event of a serious
psychiatric emergency. It is the student's right to choose whether to discuss their
counseling at MHS with parents, friends, academic advisors, or prospective employers.
What happens when I complete my brief, individual counseling?
For students who request or can benefit from additional (longer-term) counseling, we
provide referrals to two on-campus services; The Community Counseling Collaborative and
the Center for Integrative Wellness, both located in Forcina Hall. In addition, MHS will
make referrals to appropriate agencies and private practitioners in the local community.
Groups provide an option for longer term counseling contact. Emergency care is always
available during regular business hours.
Are there resources specific to COVID-19 that you can recommend?
Yes. https://mhs.tcnj.edu/2020/02/28/mental-health-services-support-for-covid-19/
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