Counseling Center is funded primarily by student registration fees so we are not able to provide clinical services to faculty and staff on a regular basis.

As a service to the campus community, the Counseling Center is available in a crisis situation to help assess needs and make referrals for personal counseling on a limited basis. In addition, the Counseling Center provides consultation to faculty and staff about distressed and distressing students. 

Faculty and staff who are seeking assistance for their own personal mental health needs have several options for how best to connect to the services they need.

Mental Well-Being at Work 

Mental health is an essential part of your overall wellbeing — both at work and in life. At UC Irvine and UCI Health, we are committed to fostering a culture that supports emotional wellness and psychological safety for all employees. Whether you’re navigating a challenging time or simply looking to maintain balance, our mental health resources offer personalized support, educational opportunities, and tools to help you thrive. Explore the variety of mental health and emotional wellbeing resources available to UCI employees below.

Information about Mental Well-Being at Work resources can be found here: https://hr.uci.edu/wellness/mentalhealth/wellbeing.php

Behavioral Health Resources within your UC Medical Plan

Depending on your medical plan, faculty and staff have access to behavioral health providers in the community through Anthem Blue Cross, Optum Behavioral Health, HealthNet MHN and Kaiser Permanente. Information about our behavioral health benefits & how to find an in-network provider or facility can be found here: Behavioral Health Benefits | UCnet

Faculty/Staff Support Services

Faculty/Staff Support Services (FSSS) provides private* mental health referrals, support, and resources for UC Irvine and UCI Health co-workers. FSSS helps individuals, teams, and departments navigate challenges ranging from workplace stress and burnout to critical incidents and organizational change. Services include individual resource referral meetings, critical incident response support, departmental consultations, and customized trainings on topics such as trauma-informed care, resilience, and mental health awareness. We are committed to fostering a healthy, supportive workplace culture where employees can thrive personally and professionally. By Appointment only.

Information about Faculty/Staff Support Services resources can be found here: https://hr.uci.edu/wellness/mentalhealth/wellbeing-faculty-staff.php