Student Counseling Center

Valerie Hinkle, M.S., J.D., LMHC :: Interim Director

Administration Building 130 :: (574) 520-4125 :: scc.iusb.edu

About the Student Counseling Center

The IU South Bend Student Counseling Center provides confidential, short-term mental health counseling services to currently enrolled students who are facing obstacles to academic and personal success. Counseling can help with issues that range from coping with life’s transitions to dealing with more serious emotional concerns. Students do not have to experience serious psychological problems to access counseling center services. Qualified mental health professionals and supervised graduate students are available to assist students with any of the following issues: adjustment to college, anxiety, depression, stress and stress management, academic performance, relationship or family problems, body image and/or eating concerns, bereavement, alcohol or drug use, or other mental health concerns.

The Student Counseling Center offers a comprehensive array of programs and services to the IU South Bend community, including individual, group and relationship counseling; crisis assistance, assessments and referrals, consultation to faculty and staff, awareness and screening programs, classroom presentations, and online resources and assessments. Services are provided free of charge to IU South Bend students.