Supporting Your Well-Being
During Uncertain Times
CAPS is here to help you navigate challenges in our community, nation, and world. Explore our Help Center for the latest resources for students, offering strategies to manage stress and support for faculty and staff in creating a nurturing environment.
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Check out our CAPS calendar to find out when all our programs will be and to find out further information about them. We hope to see you at the next program!
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CAPS is Here for you
Our mission is to promote student mental health and well-being through counseling, outreach, and consultation to UC San Diego students.
Getting StartedUpdated CAPS Hours: Effective June 23, 2025
Starting Monday, June 23rd, the CAPS Central Office hours will be 8am to 4pm, Monday through Friday. CAPS Urgent Care will continue to accept walk-ins until 4pm. ProtoCall Services will be available from 4pm to 8am for students with urgent needs that cannot wait until the next business day. For more information visit Hours & Locations.Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
CAPS provides counseling, workshops, and community connections for UC San Diego students. We also provide outreach programs and consultation services to the campus community.
Counseling Services
Appointments
Call (858) 534-3755 to schedule an appointment. You can view/cancel your appointments in MyStudentChart.
Crisis and Emergency Services
CAPS provides 24/7 urgent or crisis counseling. Call (858) 534-3755 (Option 2 outside business hours) to speak with a counselor.
Groups, Workshops & Community Connections
CAPS offers a large selection of psychotherapy group, workshops, and community connections.
Request a Presentation, Program, or Event
From CAPS
Request a presentation, program, or event from CAPS staff on mental health and well-being topics. Please note that requests should be made at least 3 weeks in advance.
From Graduate and Professional Student Well-Being (GAPSWell) Associates
For our GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL students, our new Graduate and Professional Student Well-Being Associates (GAPSWell) can provide presentations and outreach services on well-being topics.
Free Online Behavioral Health Screenings
Behavioral health – which includes mental health, substance use, and more – is a key part of your overall well-being. Brief screenings are the quickest way to determine if you or someone you care about should connect with a behavioral health professional.
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Counseling Forms
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Hours & Locations
Days: Monday - Friday
Hours: 8:00am–4:30pm
Central Office & Urgent Care: Galbraith Hall 190
College & Satellite Offices: Locations Page
* Offices closed during University holidays
Contact Us
Phone: (858) 534-3755
Fax: (858) 534-2628
Message your Provider: MyStudentChart
Address:
9500 Gilman Drive, 0304
La Jolla, CA 92093-0304