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Our full time, on-site counselor, Lucy White, is available to provide counseling and support at no cost for all students, residents, fellows, and faculty/administrative staff.

Services include counseling for treatment of trauma, anxiety, anger, depression, relaxation, stress management, suicide prevention training, etc. Counseling is available in one-on-one or group meetings, as well as didactics and education.Ìý

All communication is directly with the Counselor and not through any administrative staff. Matters discussed remain confidential and are handled with respect for privacy.

Lucy White is also available to provide presentations on varying Well-Being topics based on your department needs. The list below is not exhaustive so please reach out to Lucy if there is interest in additional topics or you would like to schedule a presentation.Ìý

1. Nervous System Regulation
2. Burnout Mitigation
3. Self-Care 101
4. Resilience from Trauma
5. Navigating Stress
6. Boundaries
7. Grief and Loss
8. Time Management and Organizational Skills
9. Effective Communication
10. Navigating Uncomfortable Conversations

For an "After Hours Mental Health Emergency:"

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• • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988 or Crisis text the word TALK to
    741741 to reach someone immediately.
  • ÌýLocal 24/7 hotline at 423.591.9830 Ìý
    

• • TN Statewide Crisis Phone Line -- If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, talk to a trained crisis specialist in your area. Call 855.CRISIS1 or 855.274.7471
  • Erlanger Security: 423.778.6911
  • Chattanooga Police Department: Ìý911
  • Chat with a crisis counselor through
  • 24/7 UT Employee Assistance Program through United Health Care OPTUM at no cost to residents and fellows.
    Call 866.374.6061 for counseling assistance for up to 7 sessions for each issue or problem, OR contact using the access code, "UTGME".Ìý
    
  • Text Messaging behavioral support line: Text START, HOME, or TALK to 741741,
  • National HopeLine Network: 800.442.HOPE

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