Student Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources

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This page is dedicated to supporting our college community in times of crisis. If you're feeling overwhelmed, struggling with thoughts of self-harm, or worried about a friend, know that you're not alone. 

Here are resources to help you navigate through difficult times—whether you need immediate support, ongoing counseling, or want to learn how to support someone else. Our goal is to ensure that every student knows where to turn for help, both on and off campus. Remember, reaching out is a sign of strength, and we're here to guide you to the support you deserve.

If you are a staff or faculty member that would like to refer a student for on-campus services, please visit the Behavioral Intervention Team webpage.

Dial 988 if you or someone you know is experiencing a mental health crisis or struggling with thoughts of suicide.

 

Mental Health Conference

You're invited to a full day of programming designed to bring together students, faculty, and community leaders to promote mental health awareness. Join us to learn more available mental health resources, and spark meaningful conversations about improving support on campus. Highlights include a keynote speech by Councilperson Kendra Brooks, interactive workshops, and opportunities to connect with mental health advocates. This event is located in the Center for Business and Industry, Room C2-28. Detailed schedule below.

Mental Health Conference 2024 Schedule

9:40 - 11:10 a.m.: Gender-Based Violence Prevention and Response Presentation by the Women's Outreach and Advocacy Center

11:20 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.: PSYC 110 Student Presentation: "Barriers to Students Accessing Mental Health Services"
Keynote Speaker: Councilperson Kendra Brooks

1 - 2 p.m.: Panel Discussion: "Brainstorming Session for Improving Mental Health Services at CCP"

2 - 3 p.m.: A Holistic Approach to Recovery Services: NARCAN Training and Recovery Art Therapy with Lisa Kelley

Outside Tables:

  • Mental Health Gumball Machine
  • "Check Up from the Neck Up"
  • Merakey Walk-In Mental Health Urgent Care (Broad Street)

 

Suicide Prevention Hotlines

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

Call, text, or chat for free and confidential support, plus prevention and crisis resources.

988

Crisis Text Line

Text HOME to 741741 for support via text. 

Text for Help

Philadelphia Crisis Line

Call to speak with someone local at 215-684-6440. 

Call for Support

More Suicide Prevention Resources

Veterans Crisis Line

Dial 988 and then press 1, or text 838255.

Call for Help

 Trans Lifeline

Support for transgender individuals experiencing crisis at 877-565-8860. 

Call for Help

The Trevor Project

For LGBTQ+ youth 25 and under. Call 1-866-488-7386, or text the word START to 678678 

Call for Support

Crisis Intervention Services

Places you can go when you need immediate support

Services On Campus

Counseling Center, BG-07 
Drop-in from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. M-TH, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Fridays.

Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Centers – Walk-ins available

Walk-in Crisis Response Centers

Jefferson Einstein Crisis Response Center 
5501 Old York Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19141 
215-951-8300

Friends Hospital 
4641 Roosevelt Blvd, Phila, PA 19124 
215-831-4600 
Open 24/7

Pennsylvania Hospital Crisis Response Center
245 S 8th St, Phila, PA 19106 
215-829-5249 
Open 24/7 

Temple University Episcopal Hospital
100 E Lehigh Ave, Phila, PA 19125 
215-707-1200

Philadelphia Children’s Crisis Response Center
3300 Henry Ave, Falls Two Building, 3rd Floor, Phila, PA 19129 
215-787-2600 
Open 24/7

Merakey Mental Health Walk-In Clinic
267-219-8801
3125 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19132

Mental Health Services

Mental Health Resources at the College

Counseling Centers:

  1. Main Campus, BG-07: drop-in from 9:00 am to 7:00 pm M-TH, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Fridays, 215-751-8169

  1. Northeast Regional Center, Room 102: e-mail counselingatnerc [at] ccp.edu (counselingatnerc[at]ccp[dot]edu) for drop-in hours

  1. West Regional Center, Room 132: Email counseling [at] ccp.edu (counseling[at]ccp[dot]edu) (put WERC Student in subject) for drop-in hours.

  1. Staff may access support using the Employee Assistance Program: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) | Community College of Philadelphia (myccp.online) 

College Support Offices

  1. Women’s Outreach and Advocacy Center, Room S3-09, womenscenter [at] ccp.edu (Womenscenter[at]ccp[dot]edu), 267-414-2092

  1. Marc David LGBTQ Center, Room S1-11A, LGBTQ [at] ccp.edu (LGBTQ[at]ccp[dot]edu), 215.972.6232

  1. Office of Collegiate Recovery, S1-11A, Recovery [at] ccp.edu (Recovery[at]ccp[dot]edu), 215-751-8595

  1. English Language Learners, L1-06C, Ell [at] ccp.edu (Ell[at]ccp[dot]edu), 215-751-8479

  1. Center on Disability, Room BG-39, cod [at] ccp.edu (cod[at]ccp[dot]edu), 215-751-8050

  1. Center for Male Engagement, Room S1-05, cme [at] ccp.edu (cme[at]ccp[dot]edu), 215-751-8817 

Local & National Resources

  1. APM (Asociación Puertorriqueños en Marcha) – Bilingual Diagnoses & Outpatient Treatment

More Information on Suicide Prevention

National Alliance Against Mental Illness Local Resources

NAMI is an organization of friends families and individuals whose lives have been affected by mental illness. Visit https://namiphilly.org/resources/local-resources/ for local resources like support groups for individuals with mental illness
 

NAMI Philadelphia About Mental Illness

Visit https://namiphilly.org/resources/about-mental-illness/ for  information on warning signs and symptoms, mental health concerns, and treatments. 

Warning Signs and Risk Factors for Suicide

  1. Talking about suicide, wanting to die, kill oneself

  1. Looking for a way to kill oneself, such as searching online or buying a gun

  1. Talking about feeling worthless, hopeless, or having no reason to live

  1. Talking about being a burden to others

  1. Suddenly happier and calmer, especially after a period of depression or sadness

  1. Giving away prized possessions 

  1. Getting affairs in order, making arrangements

  1. Increasing alcohol or drug use

  1. Preoccupation with death

  1. Acting anxiously or agitated; behaving recklessly

  1. Sleeping too little or too much

  1. Withdrawal from or changing in social connections/situations

  1. Showing rage or talking about seeking revenge

  1. Displaying extreme mood swings

  1. Anger or hostility that seems out of character or out of context

  1. Recent increased agitation or irritability

 

Risk Factors

  1. Diagnosis of Depression 

  1. Previous suicide attempt

  1. Family history of suicide

  1. Loss of job, home, money

  1. Death or terminal illness of a loved one

  1. Divorce or loss of major, significant relationship

  1. Loss of health, either real or imagined

  1. Someone close to the person has completed suicide

  1. Recent disappointment or rejection

  1. Being expelled from school/fired from a job

  1. Sudden loss of freedom/fear of punishment

  1. Victim of assault or bullying

  1. Questioning gender 

Apps for Emotional Support