Personal Counseling
Let us help you!
College is a huge transition and every college student will feel stressed at some point. Don't hold it all in and let it get the best of you. We're here to help!!
Sandy Louden, our Director of Orientation, Tutoring, Retention & Counseling is available to talk with you or to find someone who can help you through this difficult time. Sandy has been with Bethel for 15+ years and has a wealth of knowledge and resources to help you along your way. You can reach Sandy at 731-352-4095 or loudens@bethelu.edu
Heather Stone, the Student Development Counselor, is also available to assist students with a variety of issues. Heather is a new addition to our Student Life staff and comes with several years of experience in crisis counseling. She is excited and ready to help students succeed. You can reach Heather at 731-352-4246 or stoneh@bethelu.edu.
You can also visit Sandy or Heather at their offices in the Marrs-Stockton Student Center Monday through Friday. If you need to speak to someone in the evening or on the weekend, please contact the local adult crisis line at 1-800-353-9918 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). If it is an emergency, please call security, go to the local emergency room or call 911.
Sandy Louden, our Director of Orientation, Tutoring, Retention & Counseling is available to talk with you or to find someone who can help you through this difficult time. Sandy has been with Bethel for 15+ years and has a wealth of knowledge and resources to help you along your way. You can reach Sandy at 731-352-4095 or loudens@bethelu.edu
Heather Stone, the Student Development Counselor, is also available to assist students with a variety of issues. Heather is a new addition to our Student Life staff and comes with several years of experience in crisis counseling. She is excited and ready to help students succeed. You can reach Heather at 731-352-4246 or stoneh@bethelu.edu.
You can also visit Sandy or Heather at their offices in the Marrs-Stockton Student Center Monday through Friday. If you need to speak to someone in the evening or on the weekend, please contact the local adult crisis line at 1-800-353-9918 or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). If it is an emergency, please call security, go to the local emergency room or call 911.
The bottom line
Our goal in the Office of Student Life is to help you deal with problems before they become unmanageable. If Sandy or Heather is unable to assist you, they will find someone who can, while maintaining support for you along the way. We care about our students and our goal is to see the students have a HEALTHY Student Life! So, please feel free to stop by and meet Sandy & Heather anytime.
Resources
Stop by Sandy or Heather's office to ask about local resources for community counselors, psychiatrists, support groups as well as any other resources you may be seeking.
The following are some websites you might find interesting or beneficial:
The National Mental Health Association
www.nmha.org
Eating Disorders Coalition of Tennessee
www.edct.net
Depression and Bioplar Support Alliance-Local Chapter
www.dbsajackson.com
Stress Coping Website
www.killstress.org
This website is aimed at helping you relieve your stress. It contains a wealth of knowledge about stress, what's causing it and what can you do about it. It's aim is to help you better your quality of life with relevant and accurate information.
Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence
www.tcadsv.org
The Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence is a private nonprofit organization composed of diverse community leaders and program members who share a common vision of ending violence in the lives of Tennesseans through public policy, advocacy, education and activities that increase the capacity of programs and communities to address violence.
WRAP (Women's Resource & Rape Assistance Program)
1-800-273-8712, 24-hr CRISIS LINE
WRAP is a local community service agency that provides services to victims of sexual assault and/or domestic violence as well as incest survivors. They offer indiviudal and group counseling, emergency shelter, hospital and court assistance and a wealth of other resources. They want you to know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Money Management Tips
http://www.smartaboutmoney.org/portals/1/resourcecenter/40moneytips07.pdf
Money is a huge stressor for a lot of college students. This website is geared towards college students and their finances. Check it out and see if you can get some tips on how to manage your finances.
The following are some websites you might find interesting or beneficial:
E-CHUG
The eCHECKUP TO GO (e-CHUG) is a brief self-assessment that provides you with accurate, detailed and personalized feedback on your use of alcohol, and specific information and helpful resources in the Bethel College community.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
Call for yourself or someone else to access free & confidential assistance 24hrs a day 7 days a week.
The JED Foundation
www.jedfoundation.org/students
The JED Foundation, which is overseen by an expert board of mental health professionals, is the nation's leading organization designed to prevent suicide and improve the mental health of college students.
The National Mental Health Association
www.nmha.org
Eating Disorders Coalition of Tennessee
www.edct.net
Depression and Bioplar Support Alliance-Local Chapter
www.dbsajackson.com
Stress Coping Website
www.killstress.org
This website is aimed at helping you relieve your stress. It contains a wealth of knowledge about stress, what's causing it and what can you do about it. It's aim is to help you better your quality of life with relevant and accurate information.
Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence
www.tcadsv.org
The Tennessee Coalition Against Domestic & Sexual Violence is a private nonprofit organization composed of diverse community leaders and program members who share a common vision of ending violence in the lives of Tennesseans through public policy, advocacy, education and activities that increase the capacity of programs and communities to address violence.
WRAP (Women's Resource & Rape Assistance Program)
1-800-273-8712, 24-hr CRISIS LINE
WRAP is a local community service agency that provides services to victims of sexual assault and/or domestic violence as well as incest survivors. They offer indiviudal and group counseling, emergency shelter, hospital and court assistance and a wealth of other resources. They want you to know that YOU ARE NOT ALONE.
Money Management Tips
http://www.smartaboutmoney.org/portals/1/resourcecenter/40moneytips07.pdf
Money is a huge stressor for a lot of college students. This website is geared towards college students and their finances. Check it out and see if you can get some tips on how to manage your finances.