Counseling and Psychological Services

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Hours

Mon–Fri: 8:30 am–4:30 pm

Mon (extended hours): 4:30–7 pm

Wed (extended hours): 4:30–8 pm

Contact

72 Pine Street, 2nd floor

Providence, RI 02903

401 454-6637

counseling@risd.edu

Learn about us

Make an appointment

In Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS), our team of mental health professionals is here to offer various kinds of support throughout your time at RISD, including counseling, medication management and case management services. All students registered in classes can access our services at no additional cost.

Call for an appointment

Explore CAPS

What we do

Discover our team and services and learn how to make an appointment with us.

Crisis and referral services

Find resources for seeking extended mental health counseling, or if you or someone you know needs urgent care.

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to your questions about accessing services, patient privacy, off-campus care and more.

For faculty, staff and families

Read our team’s guidance for identifying, engaging with and advocating for students experiencing distress.

In case of crisis

CAPS clinical training program

If you are a student currently in a psychology practicum or working toward a master of social work degree, our clinical training program provides valuable experience in the college mental health field.

As a valued member of the CAPS team, you will gain a wide range of professional skills, hone your personal counseling style and help us serve the mental health needs of RISD’s diverse, creative student community.

See clinical training program details

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