Counseling and Psychological Services

Need Help Now?

If you would like to speak to a clinician immediately, please call CAPS at 805-437-2088. If you reach the voicemail, select option 2 to access 24/7 phone counseling.

Get Help

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides short-term mental health services in a confidential setting to assist students in achieving their academic and personal pursuits. 

CAPS is pleased to provide a wide range of services to assist the campus community including individual, couples, group therapy, crisis intervention, psychiatric consultation, 24/7 phone counseling, outreach, consultation, relaxation room, and other resources.

Hours and Location

  • CAPS is located in Bell Tower East 1867
  • 2019 Fall Hours:
    Monday/Tuesday/Thursday
    9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 
    Wednesday and Friday
    10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 
  • 2019 Winter Hours 
    December 16, 2019 to January 23, 2020: 
    Monday thru Friday
    9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
  • Closed on the following dates:
    2019:  December 25th thru December 30th
    2020:  January 1st  and January 24th 

Highlights

  • In the case of an emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
  • Other CRISIS resources include:
    CSUCI’s 24/7 Phone Support
    Call the CAPS main office at 805.437.2088,  after the greeting select option 2
  • National Text Support
    Text ‘Hello’ to 741741 from anywhere in the U.S. 
    A crisis counselor receives the text and responds quickly.
    • Rape Crisis Center for Ventura County
    • Call 800.300.2181 for services regarding Sexual Assault or Domestic Violence
  • Important Local Resources
    Call 211
    • For additional information about CAPS
    • Services, hours and location, browse the website at csuci.edu/caps 
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