California College of the Arts recognizes mental health and well-being is as equally important as physical health and well-being. This section offers students information about access to mental-health services through the college or community resources. It also provides information to consider when using insurance.

CCA's Counseling & Psychological Services

Counseling & Psychological Services is committed to personal development and professional advancement of students engaged in an arts-based educational environment fostering creativity, curiosity, and diversity. Counseling & Psychological Services encourages student success and well-being by providing a broad spectrum of mental health services, including individual and couples therapy, crisis intervention, consultation, referral, workshops on mental health topics, and outreach.

For urgent, non-emergency mental health issues requiring immediate attention, call:

• CCA's mental health crisis hotline number: 415.551.9344. [They are available 24/7 during 365 days a year.]

Additional Resources to support your self-care journey:

• Integrated Wellness Resource Library

For more information, including appointment scheduling, visit:

• Counseling & Psychological Services

Non-CCA Mental Health Resources

Navigating Mental Health Services can be overwhelming.

If you would like support and/or direct referrals from the CCA counseling team please call to book a consultation at 415.551.9267.

Using Health Insurance for Mental Health Services

When students are referred outside the college for psychotherapy, they often have questions about how to find a therapist, how to navigate health insurance, and how to schedule the first appointment.

• Read more for helpful guidance and advice.

Additional Resources

• Student Insurance Plan
• Bay Area Mental health and substance use resources
• 988 Lifeline (Suicide & Crisis hotline)
• JED Foundation
  • It's OK to Say Suicide
  • Seize the Awkward

Please visit Human Resources' site: Employee Mental Health & Wellness Resources