Welcome to Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)!

CAPS is a unit of the division of Student Affairs of Sonoma State University. CAPS offers confidential counseling to students experiencing personal problems that interfere with their academic progress, career or well being.

FALL WELLNESS LUNCHTIME WORKSHOPS

Come join us at any and all of our Wellness Lunchtime Workshops from 12:00 - 12:50. No registration or sign up necessary. Just drop-in or contact CAPS at 707-664-2153 for more info. Feel free to bring your lunch. Click here for the Wellness Workshops (pdf) to download complete descriptions of each workshop.

  • Stress Busters
    Tuesday, 11/27, 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m., SCHULZ 1121
    Worried? Anxious? Overwhelmed? In November, as the semester comes to an end, stress may take its toll on you physically, emotionally and/or academically. Learn some strategies for coping with stress to help you meet your goals more effectively and with less suffering!
  • Starting & Ending Relationships
    Thursday, 11/29/12, 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m., SCHULZ 1121
    This workshop is for students who want to deepen self understanding and build healthy relationships. Learn effective ways to connect and communicate with others and identify what may be preveinting you from achieving your relationship goals.
  • The Art of Sleeping
    Tuesday, 12/4/12, 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m., SCHULZ 1121
    Play the facts and myths game to learn what science and research has taught us about sleep. Review specific strategies to better fall asleep and sleep more soundly. Create a sleep plan and learn to build a home environment that promotes sleeping.

FALL WELLNESS SKILLS GROUPS

Wellness skills groups offer a series of structured groups and registration is required. Please call CAPS at 707-664-2153.

  • Relaxation Oasis
    Wednesdays, 9/26 through 12/12/12 , 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., SCHULZ 1121
    This group is designed to provide a space for relaxation and peace of mind. Learn core relaxation exercises from group leaders as they present a variety of exercises each week. Come in weekly or drop in just when some relaxation is needed!
  • It's Time for a Change
    Fridays 10/5 through 12/14/12, 12:00 to 1:00 p.m., SALAZAR 2024
    This discussion group provides a positive, non-judgemental and confidential space for students to discuss reducing their alcohol and/or substance-abuse use. Student who might benefit from the group are: "thinking about change but are not sure how to start", or "have started making changes but feel stuck", or "have made a change and would benefit from the positive support of others." Students can drop in as often as needed.
  • Feel Better Faster
    Tuesdays 10/30 - 11/13/12, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m., SCHULZ 1121
    This 3-part workshop presents the essentials to addressing stress/anxiety and improving mood. Learn practical tools for self-care and custom-design your own wellness plan. Students can attend 1, 2 or all 3 worshops.

ON-GOING SUPPORT GROUPS:

If interested in joining an on-going support group,contact CAPS at 707-664-2153 in advance. Registration is required.

  • LGBTQQI Discussion Group
    Every Wednesday from 12:00 to 12:50 p.m. in The Hub (formerly Multi-Cultural Center).
  • Essence of Ebony, Women of Color Support Group
    Every Thursday 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. in The Hub (formerly Multi-Cultural Center).
  • Hermanas United
    Every Thursday 12:00 noon - 1:00 p.m. in The Hub (formerly Multi-Cultural Center).

The CAPS web pages provide information only. If you would like to talk with someone or make an appointment, please call (707) 664-2153 between 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Please Note: Communication over the internet is not secure. We do not provide personal counseling over the internet. Please do not send by email any information you consider privileged or confidential.

Counseling & Psychological Services Contact Information:

Sonoma State University
1088 Stevenson Hall
1801 East Cotati Avenue
Rohnert Park, CA. 94928-3609
(707) 664-2153 - Phone
(707) 664-3636 - FAX

Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday-Friday

For immediate response when CAPS is closed, please call SSU Police Services at (707) 664-4444 or Sonoma County Crisis Line at (707) 576-8181. Both are available 24 hours a day.


For information about how to respond to sexual assault, please read our Responding to Sexual Assault booklet(pdf)

Take an online mental health screening.