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Mental Health Support

Yale offers a broad network of mental health and wellness resources for students, faculty, and staff—ranging from confidential counseling and behavioral health care to wellbeing programs, meditation and self-guided tools, spiritual support, and restorative spaces like the Wellness Room (and even a visit with Heidi, Yale’s therapy dog). This page gathers key options in one place so you can quickly find the right support for your needs, whether you’re looking for ongoing care, immediate help, or everyday practices to sustain wellbeing.

For Students

  • YSM Student Mental Health & Wellness ProgramThe Student Mental Health & Wellness Program plays an important role in supporting the mental health of students across our MD, MD-PhD, and Physician Associate programs.
  • Yale Mental HealthWe provide confidential mental health treatment to all students in our community.
  • YSM Committee on the Wellbeing of StudentsThe mission of the YSM Wellness Committee is to foster an environment of healthy and sustainable living among students at YSM.
  • Being Well at YaleOur commitment to emotional, physical, social, intellectual, professional, and spiritual wellbeing is a core value, recognizing that a healthy, balanced, and engaged community is essential for creating an optimal learning and working environment.
  • Wellness RoomThe Cushing/Whitney Medical Library Wellness Room is a space for all Yale and YNHH affiliates to enjoy a quiet moment away from work and study environments.
  • Yale ChaplainThe Yale University Chaplain’s Office offers spiritual and religious care and resources for all students, staff, or faculty on campus.
  • PA Online StudentsImmediate teletherapy appointments and crisis conversations complemented by wellness programming – all tailored to your preferences.

For Faculty & Staff

  • Yale Signature BenefitsWhether you are in need of counseling support, financial planning assistance, or help with managing personal and professional responsibilities, Yale’s Well-being Benefits have you covered.
  • Yale Behavioral Health through MagellanYou and your dependents have access to a full range of behavioral health services as part of your Yale Health benefit.
  • OAPD Wellbeing & Mental Health ResourcesYSM and Office of Academic & Professional Development maintain a list of resources for you.
  • Being Well at YaleBuilding on the existing resources at Yale and guided by the Wellness Leadership Group, Being Well at Yale will engage and support employees in their progression towards healthier lifestyles.
  • Calm AppMental health tools for real life. Get relief from stress and anxiety. Use your Yale email address.
  • Uptime for OptumImprove your mental, physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing with Uptime, brought to you by Optum as part of your Emotional Wellbeing Solutions.

Contact: Yale Mental Health

8:30 am to 5 pm

Contact: Yale Mental Health

After hours