Mental Health Resources


"The mental, physical and spiritual wellness of our students is a priority; we recognize that our Mission is to offer an environment of active caring so that every student can learn and grow. To that end Lindsey Wilson provides counseling resources to help individuals find the space they need to reach their full potential."
               - Dr. Chris Schmidt, Dean of Students

National Hotline Numbers

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 24/7: Call, Text, or Chat to 988
      (Please note, the previous 1-800-273-8255 will continue to operate indefinetly).
The Adanta Group Crisis Center and 24 Hour Hotline: 1-800-633-5599
24 Hour National Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
National Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 988 then Press 1, chat live, or text 838255
The Trevor Lifeline (Suicide Prevention for LGBTQ+ Youth): 1-866-488-7386 or text START to 678-678


Counseling Services

Lindsey Wilson College is committed to providing personal and confidential counseling by licensed professionals. Whether it is a religious question, mental health issue, substance abuse, addiction, a career decision, or the need for an unbiased opinion, counselors are available and ready to provide assistance. Referral to outside agencies is also available when requested or needed. If you are experiencing a medical emergency (including but not limited to suicidal thoughts or homicidal thoughts) please seek medical attention immediately; call 911.


    Counseling on the A.P. White Campus is available through Cumberland Family Medical Center, Inc, with a licensed therapist for a variety of reasons or concerns, including, but not limited to anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, and substance abuse. Face to face behavioral health services are available Monday through Friday from 8-4. To request an appointment, email counseling@lindsey.edu or call 270-384-7484, leave your name, the time you called, telephone number and email address.


    Virtual appointments with Cumberland Family Medical Center counselors can be made by emailing lwcbh@cfmcky.com or calling 270-858-6655 extension 3390. Appointment request emails and phone calls will be monitored Monday-Friday from 8am-4pm, excluding holidays and the patient will be contacted by a member of Cumberland Family Medical Center, Inc. staff to set up their appointment.


    There are NO barriers to care; students will always receive behavioral health services. Insurance will be billed for services, however, if a patient does not have insurance, services will still be provided.

    If this is an emergency, call 911 immediately.

    If you would prefer faith based counseling and would like to meet with the College Chaplain and Assistant Chaplains, you can call 270-384-7479.


Don't know where to start? ULifeline provides free screeners to help you identify if you need help in one of four areas - depression, anxiety, eating disorders, or alcohol or substance misuse.

All services are confidential, abiding by American Counseling Association Code of Ethics, state laws, and federal laws. Any unique exceptions to this will be explained verbally and in writing by your therapist.


Public Safety

If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact Public Safety.
Phone: 270-384-8106
Cell: 270-634-1147
E-mail: security@lindsey.edu


Additional Resources

Title IX
Adanta & ASARC
Health Services

Counseling Resources for Community Campuses & Online Students

To make an appointment contact a counseling facility near you.