Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)

CAPS hours are the same as Student Health Services, M-F 8:30-5pm. Counseling appointments are available remotely via telephone and webcam. To schedule an appointment, call 707-654-1170 or contact your counselor.

Let's (Tele)Talk: Tue & Fri, 12-12:45pm. No appointment needed. Drop-in service for a 10-15 minute informal consultation w/ a counselor. Not formal counseling. First-come, first-served basis. May be a wait of 5-10 minutes. Go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81011997079

Novel Coronavirus Infection, COVID-19 Information

Please visit our Health Alert page for information on COVID-19

Here are some tips to help you manage your anxiety and put news reports in perspective.  

From the CDC, Mental Health and Coping During COVID-19

From the American Psychological Association, COVID-19 Mental Health Resources Page

Hunkering Down: 4 Brain-wise Ways to Cope During COVID-19 by Andrea Schneider, Lead Counselor, CAPS at Cal Maritime

Addressing potential racism and xenophobia in response to COVID-19: Local interview with psychology professor Dr. Sherry Wang on being Asian during the outbreak

Coronavirus anxiety: 4 ways to cope with fear 

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is located in the Student Health Center and offers counseling, crisis intervention, consultation, mental health assessment, education, prevention, outreach, and linkage to community resources at no additional charge to Cal Maritime students. CAPS provides assistance to students experiencing a range of concerns, including personal, academic, interpersonal/relationship, family, social, and other psychological difficulties.