Join Us
The Counseling Center looks forward to seeing you at the upcoming celebratory events that continue growing knowledge and awareness of Mental Health and recovery. All members of the OCC and Kean-Ocean Communities are encouraged to attend.
Questions? For more information, contact the Counseling Center at (732)255-0386 or counselingservices@ocean.edu
Puppy Yoga
On February 12th at 11:00 a.m., unwind with Puppy Yoga in the Health and Human Performance Center (Building 29, Room 130). Hosted in collaboration with the Counseling Center, Doggy Noses and Yoga Poses, and a local animal rescue, this relaxing wellness event will combine gentle yoga with the joy of cuddling adoptable rescue puppies. For more details, contact the Counseling Center at counselingservices@ocean.edu.
Mental Health First Aid
On February 20th from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Location: Bartlett Bldg. #2, Room 203
Join us for a Mental Health First Aid training! Learn how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges in adults. You’ll also learn how to support someone in crisis and connect them with the right help. This course includes a 2-hour, self-paced online session that must be completed before attending the in-person, instructor-led training. To RSVP, email counselingservices@ocean.edu.
Minding Your Mind
On February 25th at 11:00 a.m. – Join the Counseling Center in the Library (Building 3, Room 123) for Minding Your Mind, featuring Kelly, an advocate and survivor. Kelly will share her story of navigating anxiety, depression, an eating disorder, and substance use, and the steps she took toward treatment and recovery. To RSVP, email Kelly Petrolis at kpetrolis@ocean.edu.
For more details, contact the Counseling Center at counselingservices@ocean.edu.
Funding is provided by the OCC Foundation in support of the Garrett Lee Smith Suicide Prevention Grant Program.
Contact Us
Office Hours By Appointment:
Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm
Phone: (732) 255-0400 ext. 2911
Email: counselingservices@ocean.edu
Location: Library Bldg #3 – Suite 010
New Veterans Crisis Line – 988
988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
