Current Students

Lima Counseling and Consultation Services

Counseling Services will return for Spring Semester

LCCS will return Monday, January 6 for the Spring Semester.  If you need assistance before that time, you may utilize the following resources:

If you need therapy/counseling:  As an Ohio State student, you have access to free telehealth therapy sessions through UWill. Visit their information page [https://ccs.osu.edu/services/on-demand-services/uwill] for more details and to sign up. 

If you need immediate assistance, you may utilize one of the following emergency resources:

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 9-8-8
    • For Veterans’ Crisis Line press 1
  • National 24/7 Suicide Hotline: 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)
  • 24/7 Ohio State University Crisis Line for students:  614-292-5766 option #2
  • The Trevor Project (LGBTQ+ youth):  866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678
  • I’m Alive online chat at www.imalive.org 
  • Crisis Text Line:  Text START to 741-741

Other resources for Ohio State Students:  Visit our Resources page for a list of additional resources available to Ohio State Lima students:  go.osu.edu/LimaStudentResources

The therapists of the Ohio State Lima Counseling and Consultation Services office provide services to all Ohio State Lima students. We provide individual therapy, outreach for the campus, and referral information and resources within the community. All of our services are confidential and free of charge.

Services 
Schedule an Appointment 
Take a Mental Health Screening 
What to expect at your first appointment 
Additional Student Resources 
Request Outreach Presentation (includes REACH requests)

If you are in need of immediate assistance after normal business hours, you may call 614-292-5766 to speak with someone. This number is answered 24 hours a day.

Light Therapy lamps for Seasonal Depression now available at the Lima Campus Library for free check out!  Light therapy is a research-supported treatment for Seasonal Affective Disorder (or seasonal depression).  A few minutes each morning in front of the lamp (while also doing whatever you like) can help improve mood and regulate sleep cycles.  Stop in the Library to check one out today!

What are some of the reasons people come to LCCS? Here are just a sample:

Sadness
Depression
Anxiety
Panic
Learning Disorders
Academic Problems
Family Problems
Financial Stress
Adjusting to the University
Homesickness

Suicidal Feelings
Alcohol / Drug Problems
Eating Disorders
Stress & Coping Skills
ADHD
Time Management
Test Anxiety
Shyness
Romantic Relationships
GLBT concerns

Self-Esteem / Self-Confidence
Fears
Sleep Problems
Anger
Difficulty Concentrating
Chronic Medical Conditions

If you are in need of immediate help, feel you’re in danger of harming yourself or someone else, or are feeling suicidal, please contact one or more of the following:

* We Care Crisis Center – 24/7 phone assistance or walk-in care • 799 S. Main St., Lima, OH
1-800-567-HOPE (4673)
* National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 9-8-8
* 9-1-1