Center for Counseling and Psychological Services

Welcome to the Center for Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)!

Life in college is a time of great change and personal growth. It is exciting, satisfying, and sometimes challenging.  For many students, there are times when all the demands and excitement may feel overwhelming. Ithaca College understands that students need many kinds of support to help them succeed.  

Fully accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services (IACS), CAPS is available to help

• students who need individual attention for resolving personal or interpersonal problems;
• students who desire guidance in dealing with the demands of academic life; and
• friends, faculty, family members, and others who have concerns about the well-being of an Ithaca College student.

CAPS also provides outreach and educational services through specialized programs, including

• Suicide Awareness and Prevention
• Mental Health Response Team
• The Center for Health Promotion 
• The Center for LGBT Education, Outreach, and Services 

Licensed and licensed-eligible psychologists and social workers provide clinical and crisis intervention services. Clinical staff and health educators provide information and educational services to the campus community. 

This web page describes our services in more detail and provides links to other offices on campus, a large collection of self-help materials, online screenings, and more. 

Our offices are located in the lower level of the Hammond Health Center, and we have a private entrance near the U parking lot. Business hours are from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Whether it is for yourself or for a friend, CAPS is here to help.

Deborah Harper, Ph.D., Director