Generated by All in One SEO Pro v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Mental Health and Well-Being ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Focus on Health and Wellness in 2025-26](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2026/01/04/focus-on-health-and-wellness-in-2025-26/) - The university’s Focus theme for the 2025–26 academic year is health and wellness, creating a coordinated opportunity for collaboration between academic programming and the Mental Health Committee. Together, these efforts elevate shared initiatives, reinforce campus-wide wellbeing priorities, and promote synchrony across events, curricula, and co-curricular programming. - [Expanded Access to Counseling through BetterMynd](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2026/01/05/expanded-access-to-counseling-through-bettermynd/) - Miami recently expanded student access to counseling through the online therapy platform BetterMynd, which connects students with licensed clinicians for individual teletherapy sessions. BetterMynd extends access to care during evenings, weekends, and academic breaks when the Student Counseling Service is closed, and allows students studying out of state to continue therapy remotely. - [Animal-assisted Therapy Now Includes Horse Therapy](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2026/01/05/animal-assisted-therapy-now-includes-horse-therapy/) - The Student Counseling Service (SCS) now offers equine-assisted psychotherapy and drop-in outreach programming in partnership with the Equestrian Center, expanding students’ access to innovative, evidence-informed approaches to mental health support. - [Added 24/7 access to support via the Crisis Text Line](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2026/01/05/added-24-7-access-to-support-via-the-crisis-text-line/) - With funding from the Ohio Department of Higher Education, Miami expanded student mental health support by launching MUHOPE, a free 24/7 crisis text line that gives students immediate, accessible support anytime they need it. - [Expanded Specialized Training for Student Mental Health Clinicians](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2026/01/05/expanded-specialized-training-for-student-mental-health-clinicians/) - Miami strengthened student mental health care by providing advanced training for clinicians in trauma-informed care, OCD treatment, and group therapy, ensuring students receive more specialized, evidence-based support through the Student Counseling Service. - [Launched an online scheduling option for Student Counseling appointments](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/09/23/launched-an-online-scheduling-option-for-student-counseling-appointments/) - Students can now schedule their first in-person counseling appointment online. Previously, first appointments needed to be made over the phone or in person. The online scheduling option is for initial consultations only. After the first appointment, students will schedule their next meetings at the end of each appointment. - [Parent and Family Support](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/13/parent-and-family-support/) - The Office of Parent and Family Programs, in collaboration with the Office of Student Wellness and Student Counseling Service created videos to help parents whose students are struggling with their mental health. The videos provide practical tips and conversation prompts for parents and families to engage with students around mental health topics. - [Expanded Peer Education Related to Mental Health](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/14/expanded-peer-education-related-to-mental-health/) - The Office of Student Wellness hired 15 new student peer educators who are dedicated to mental health education, including coping skills, mindfulness, and Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Suicide Prevention Training. The Mental Health Peer Educators also staff the Wellness Studio, providing resources and support to students in the space. - [Expanded Opportunities for Social Work Trainees](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/16/expanded-opportunities-for-social-work-trainees/) - The Office of Student Wellness expanded internship opportunities for undergraduate social work students. Supervised by the assistant director for mental health promotion, social work interns commit to a one-year placement in OSW and receive a $1,500 stipend. These positions provide coordinators for the Wellness Studio on both Oxford and Hamilton campuses and organization for university - [Increased Communication between Oxford and Regionals Counseling](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/17/increased-communication-between-oxford-and-regionals-counseling/) - Oxford Student Counseling Services and Regionals Student Counseling Services began collaborating on data collection methods to better serve students on all campuses. All campuses are implementing online scheduling and are exploring better ways to facilitate student care as our students transition to different campuses. - [Established Committee and Adopted Framework](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/18/established-committee-and-adopted-framework/) - The Miami Mental Health Committee was established in response to Miami’s Institutional Task Force on Student, Faculty, and Staff Mental Health and Emotional Well-Being. The committee has been actively engaged since the 2022-23 academic year in spearheading, advancing, and elevating institutional efforts around mental health and emotional well-being. - [Mental Health Incubator Fund](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/19/mental-health-incubator-fund/) - Miami University hosted a mental health incubator fund to support student mental health programming on campus in spring 2024. The fund, supported by the Ohio Department of Higher Education (ODHE), was created to inspire members of the Miami community to develop new initiatives that will enhance mental health support for students across all of Miami’s - [Now Offering the WellTrack Boost App](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/19/now-offering-the-welltrack-boost-app/) - WellTrack Boost is now offered to students on all campuses. Welltrack Boost is a self-guided, clinically supported, CBT-based set of tools that help individuals assess, understand, and work on their own behavioral health and wellness. The app is part of the strategy to increase access for student care in more informal ways than individual therapy. - [Established Private Space for Student Telebehavioral Health](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/19/established-private-space-for-student-telebehavioral-health/) - Student Counseling Service (SC), in collaboration with the Office of Student Wellness and the HRSA Grant Consortium, has established two rooms in SCS designated for students to use for telebehavioral health appointments. This is particularly helpful for students who have roommates. - [Expanded Student of Concern Form](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/19/expanded-student-of-concern-form/) - The Office of the Dean of Students expanded access to the student of concern form to both students and community members in 2023-24. The form is a simple outlet to identify and support Miami students who are struggling with mental health, financial challenges, etc. Students can also use the form to self-identify a concern. Submitted - [Launched Mental Health and Well-Being Website](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/2024/08/19/launched-mental-health-and-well-being-website/) - The new website, wellbeing.MiamiOH.edu, features a search and filter function that serves as a repository of all mental health and well-being resources, wellness navigators for faculty, staff, and students, and news and events related to mental health and well-being. ## Pages - [Mental Health Resources](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/) - Miami University students, faculty, and staff: find the resources and support systems on your mental health and well-being journey to help you feel and perform your best. - [Find Support](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/support/) - Browse mental health and well-being resources to find support, click categories based on your needs, or search if you know what you are looking for. - [Get Urgent Help](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/get-urgent-help/) - Find the phone numbers, links, and agencies to contact if you or someone you know needs to get urgent help. - [Oxford Sensory Spaces and Wellness Rooms](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/oxford-sensory-spaces-and-wellness-rooms/) - Find sensory spaces and wellness rooms on Miami's Oxford Campus devoted to relaxing and calm activities. Open to everyone and helpful for neurodiverse students and employees. - [Media and Events](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/media-and-events/) - Find the latest news, media, and upcoming events related to mental health and well-being at Miami University. - [Favorites](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/favorites/) - Find the collection of Mental Health and Well-Being resources that you have favorited from the Find Support page. - [Wellness Navigator](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/wellness-navigator/) - Use the Wellness Navigator to answer a few simple questions to help you find the resources and services that you need. - [Achievements](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/achievements/) - Learn about the achievements of the Mental Health Committee, ongoing initiatives, and how we’re working to create a supportive and inclusive environment for all. - [10 Tips for Referring a Friend](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/10-tips-for-referring-a-friend/) - 10 Tips for Referring a Friend Referring a friend or loved one to mental health resources may feel intimidating to some, particularly if the friend you are concerned about seems closed off to the idea of engaging in support services. When a friend is experiencing distress, but is unwilling to engage in care, this can ## Resources - [Peer Mentors](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/seal-ambassadors/) - Whether you're looking for student organizations, thinking about starting your own group, adjusting to life at Miami, or simply trying to find your community, peer mentors can connect you with the people, resources, and opportunities that will help you make the most of your Miami experience. - [HAWK Fit](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/hawk-fit/) - Health coaching and resources for small groups and individuals through Miami Recreation - [What is Anxiety](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/what-is-anxiety/) - In this video, learn about the symptoms and types of anxiety and how it can become a problem and when diagnosed as a disorder (length: 3:20). - [Financial Literacy- PNC Bank](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/financial-literacy-pnc-bank/) - Practical money skills and financial literacy information from PNC Bank. - [Sadness and Depression](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/sadness-and-depression/) - Being sad is a normal reaction in difficult times. This article from the CDC describes the difference between sadness and depression. - [What is Depression?](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/what-is-depression/) - Depression (also known as major depression, major depressive disorder, or clinical depression) is a common but serious mood disorder. Read this website from the National Institute of Mental Health to learn more. - [Be Well](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/be-well/) - High quality, research-backed content on all eight dimensions of wellness, vetted by experts including doctors, psychologists, nutritionists, and academics. - [Be Well (Sexual Health)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/be-well-sexual-health/) - Dozens of short articles related to sexual assault and harassment and sexual health. Examples topics include sexual health experts, STIs, safety tips, supporting a friend, and more. - [Be Well (Friendship)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/be-well-friendship/) - Find support for building friendships, navigating social situations, and creating meaningful connections at Miami. - [Be Well (Money)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/be-well-money/) - Dozens of short articles related to career and finances. Examples topics include taxes, budgeting apps, networking tips, financial terms, and more. - [Find a Student Organization (Miami Central)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/find-a-student-organization-the-hub/) - Miami has hundreds of student clubs and organizations, including service organizations, fraternities and sororities, academic and career-focused groups, and special-interest clubs. Explore your options for getting involved on Miami Central! - [Events Calendar](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/events-calendar/) - If you’re looking for campus events, activities, and ways to get involved, Miami’s events calendar is a great place to start. - [Online Mental Health Screening](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/online-mental-health-screening/) - The online screenings from Mental Health America are quick and easy ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. - [Temporary Disability Accomodations](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/temporary-disability-accomodations/) - Student Disability Services may provide temporary accommodations as a courtesy service when feasible for students who have temporary injuries and severe, persistent illnesses (e.g. 3-6 month duration). Examples of conditions may include concussions, intensive surgery recovery, broken limbs, and chronic pneumonia. - [Mothers Rooms](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/mothers-rooms/) - Designated rooms to offer privacy and comfort during the day for breast milk pumping. - [Long-term Disability Insurance](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/long-term-disability-insurance/) - Miami provides long-term disability insurance for eligible employees. If you become disabled, as defined in the plan, you may be eligible for benefits. - [Food Pantry](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/food-pantry/) - The Miami Regionals food pantry is available to any Miami Regionals community member in need of emergency food assistance. - [Course Incomplete](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/course-incomplete/) - Academic stress, health concerns, and personal challenges can sometimes make it difficult to keep up with coursework. Miami offers academic options, including incompletes, to help students navigate difficult moments while staying on track academically. Understanding these options can reduce stress, support recovery, and give you the time and flexibility you may need to focus on - [Women Helping Women Crisis Intervention](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/women-helping-women-crisis-intervention/) - Women Helping Women offers support services to help you plan for your safety, answer legal questions, connect you with services like housing, and advocate by your side as you recover from dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking. - [Academic Coaching](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/academic-coaching/) - Get paired with an academic coach at Rinella Learning Center to work on developing effective learning strategies through regular one-on-one meetings. - [Academic Counseling](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/academic-counseling/) - Meet with a Learning Specialist to evaluate your learning goals and to develop a plan for action (e.g., better study strategies, improving performance, or optimizing the educational experience.) - [Expressing the Self Through Art](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/expressing-the-self-through-art/) - Therapy group where members will pay attention to their process of creating art through a variety of mediums and how this relates to the way they function emotionally, intrapersonally and interpersonally. Supplies provided; no art skills or experience needed. Each week members will create a piece of art according to a specific prompt or theme. - [Academic Success Skills and Strategies Workshops](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/academic-success-skills-and-strategies-workshops/) - A list of all the online workshops offered through the Rinella Learning Center. - [Natural Areas](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/natural-areas/) - The Miami University Natural Areas are located around the campus and they comprise over 1000 acres with 23 miles of hiking trails. Visitors can hike, jog, research, birdwatch, dog walk, explore, learn, discover, meditate, or “just be.” - [Student Counseling Services - Regionals](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/student-counseling-services-regionals/) - Miami University's regional campuses provide students with confidential counseling services free of charge on topics related to suicide awareness and prevention, personal concerns, relationship issues, and mental health, and support services for student veterans. - [Critical Reading Strategies](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/critical-reading-strategies/) - An online workshop through the Rinella Learning Center to help you assess your current reading practices, gain strategies to help you with reading, and better manage a college-level reading load. 30-45 minutes. - [Counseling (EAP)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/counseling-impact-solutions/) - Up to five free, confidential visits for you and your immediate family with a licensed health professional via phone or face-to-face. Call 800-227-6007 or visit the website. Use the company name “Miamioh.” - [Private Practice Referral](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/oxford-area-therapist-telecounseling/) - The Student Counseling Services uses a short-term treatment model; as a result, counselors may sometimes refer longer-term treatment to other professionals and services. - [Study Tips and Strategies](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/study-tips-and-strategies/) - An online workshop through the Rinella Learning Center to help you assess your current level of study skills, learn strategies to improve your study habits, and make a plan to apply them to your own life. 30-40 minutes. - [Tickets at Work](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/tickets-at-work/) - Tickets at Work is an employee discount program for local experiences, travel, and shopping. Go to TicketsatWork, click "Become a Member" and enter the company code "MIAMIOH" to create your account. - [Individual Counseling, Oxford Campus](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/individual-counseling/) - Meet face-to-face or virtually one-on-one with a member of Miami's Student Counseling Service. The first three visits are free. $25 per visit for additional appointments. - [How to Use Office Hours](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/how-to-use-office-hours/) - An online workshop through the Rinella Learning Center to help you take advantage of professors' office hours confidently and effectively. - [H.O.P.E. Line](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/h-o-p-e-line/) - The H.O.P.E. (Help Over the Phone Everywhere) line is available 24/7 for students to call for immediate support, crisis intervention, and stabilization from a crisis support specialist. The number is 855-249-5649. - [Note Taking Course](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/note-taking-course/) - An online workshop through the Rinella Learning Center to help you reflect on your current note-taking strategies, learn about active listening, identify note-taking styles, and learn strategies to review course concepts. 30-45 minutes. - [Group Therapy, Oxford Campus](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/group-therapy-oxford-campus/) - Student Counseling Service offers free weekly group therapy on a variety of topics, including anxiety, depression, body image, survivors of SIV, coping skills, grief, identity-related support groups, substance use issues, relationships, and more. - [Organizing Your Life](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/organizing-your-life/) - An online workshop through the Rinella Learning Center to help you be more organized and minimize the stress associated with disorganized chaos. 30-45 minutes. - [Veterans Integration To Academic Leadership (VITAL)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/veterans-integration-to-academic-leadership-vital/) - Veterans Integration To Academic Leadership (VITAL) is a collaboration between the Cincinnati VA Medical Center (CVAMC) and higher education that strives to enhance academic retention and success. If you are a veteran or concerned about a veteran enrolled at Miami VITAL can partner with you to resolve issues and find resources. - [Mental Health Workshops](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/mental-health-workshops/) - Quick 20-30 minute workshops focusing on various mental health topics that emphasize skill building. Sample topics have included mindfulness, stress, setting boundaries, friendmaking, and more! - [Sleeping with Science](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/sleeping-with-science/) - A Ted series on the science behind sleep. - [Psychology Training Clinic](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/psychology-training-clinic/) - Psychological services (individual psychotherapy and psychological evaluations) for individuals and families affiliated with Miami University, as well as people from the surrounding community. Intake appointments are free; subsequent sessions are at a cost. - [Changing Bad Habits Workshop](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/changing-bad-habits-workshop/) - An online workshop through the Rinella Learning Center to help you work through the process of changing bad habits. The workshop will help you figure out which habits are holding you back; identify your reasons for making a change; let go of bad habits and embrace good ones; and maintain accountability as you move through - [Crisis Text Line](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/crisis-text-line/) - Students, text MUHOPE to 741741 for free 24/7 mental health support. Faculty/staff, text HOME to 741741 for the same. Crisis text is appropriate for both major and minor crises. - [988 – Suicide and Crisis Lifeline](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/988-suicide-and-crisis-lifeline/) - The national 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free, and confidential support for people in distress, as well as prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. Just call 988 for help anytime. - [Is Your Medication Affecting Your Sleep?](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/is-your-medication-affecting-your-sleep/) - Are you having trouble sleeping? Insomnia can be a side effect of common prescription meds, over-the-counter drugs, and supplements. - [Yoga: What you Need to Know](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/yoga-what-you-need-to-know/) - Learn about the many possible benefits of yoga, including stress management, mental/emotional health, promoting healthy eating/activity habits, sleep, and balance in this article. - [Negative Effects of Caffeine](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/negative-effects-of-caffeine/) - Caffeine is a product that has both positive and negative effects. These effects depend on the amount of caffeine you consume and when you consume it. - [Connection Between Stress and Sleep](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/connection-between-stress-and-sleep-2/) - Survey findings show that stress may be getting in the way of quality sleep. Read this article to learn more. - [Cleveland Clinic on Meditation](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/cleveland-clinic-on-meditation/) - Meditation is common worldwide because it has benefits for brain health and overall well-being. Read this article to learn what scientists know about how meditation helps people and why it works. - [Brain Basics: Understanding Sleep](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/brain-basics-understanding-sleep/) - Sleep is a complex and dynamic process that affects how you function in ways scientists are now beginning to understand. - [Roommate Success Guide](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/roommate-success-guide/) - This guide from the Office of Residence Life includes the Roommate Bill of Rights, tips for positive roommate relationships, conflict resolution, and the roommate agreement. - [Panic Attack Video](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/panic-attack-video/) - In this video from Psych Hub, learn about panic attack symptoms and how to manage future panic attacks. (length: 3:10) - [Stress Relievers: Tips to Tame Stress](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/stress-relievers-tips-to-tame-stress/) - Stress getting to you? Try some of these tips from the Mayo Clinic for stress relief. - [Time Management](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/time-management/) - Information from the Rinella Learning Center to help you set priorities and better manage your time. - [The Burnout Antidote: 10 Doses of Self-Compassion](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/the-burnout-antidote-10-doses-of-self-compassion/) - A series of 10 short videos from PsychHub related to burnout and self-compassion. - [What’s Your Sleep Like? Sleep Quiz](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/whats-your-sleep-like-sleep-quiz/) - Take this 5 minute assessment to evaluate your own sleeping habits. - [What is Mindfulness?](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/what-is-mindfulness/) - Learn more about why you should practice mindfulness and how to reap its benefits in this video from PsychHub. - [What's the Difference Between Stress and Anxiety?](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/whats-the-difference-between-stress-and-anxiety/) - This article from the APA describes how to know the difference between stress and anxiety. - [Student Counseling Service](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/student-counseling-service/) - The Miami's Student Counseling Service provides mental health interventions to assist students in developing and maintaining healthy personal, emotional, and psychological functioning. - [How Sleep Affects What and How Much You Eat](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/how-sleep-affects-what-and-how-much-you-eat/) - The relationship between what you eat and your sleep is a two-way street. Watch on YouTube. - [Final Exam Prep](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/final-exam-prep/) - Techniques and strategies from the Rinella Learning Center can prepare you for finals in a way that fits your needs and your finals. - [Connection Between Stress and Sleep](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/connection-between-stress-and-sleep/) - Survey findings show that stress may be getting in the way of quality sleep. - [Note Taking](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/note-taking/) - Information from the Rinella Learning Center to help you develop note taking skills and organize information into an understandable format. - [Sustainability at Miami](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/sustainability-at-miami/) - Miami's sustainability commitments and ways you can get involved with creating a more sustainable future. - [Time Management and Planning Workshop](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/time-management-and-planning-workshop/) - An online workshop from the Rinella Learning Center about time management techniques, skill-building, and academic planning. - [Study Strategies](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/study-strategies/) - Information from the Rinella Learning Center to help you develop improve your studying to better understand material and later recall information. - [Tutoring](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/tutoring/) - Tutoring options for students seeking content-specific academic assistance from the Rinella Learning Center. - [Diamond DBT Skills](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/diamond-dbt-skills/) - Skill building therapy group for students who experience strong feelings or intense emotional reactions that may be overwhelming, have trouble coping, and/or turn to ineffective behaviors to reduce negative emotions. Each week, members will learn and practice skills focused on recognizing and understanding their emotions, developing healthy ways to cope with distress, or how to - [Consult with the Howe Writing Center](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/consult-with-the-howe-writing-center/) - The Howe Writing Center (HWC) invites all Miami students, faculty, and alumni to schedule appointments (or what we call “consultations”) for your writing projects. Take advantage of these in-person or online consultations at any stage of the writing process. - [Graduate Student Support Group](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/graduate-student-support-group/) - This therapy group is a supportive environment for graduate students experiencing the full range of stressors common to student life—academic pressures, financial concerns, and relationship issues with family, friends, faculty, and partners, among others. - [Sensory Spaces and Wellness Rooms](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/sensory-spaces/) - A sensory room is a calm space devoted to relaxing and developing the senses. Sensory spaces are open to everyone, but are particularly helpful for neurodiverse students and employees. Miami has several of these spaces on campus! Miami also includes several wellness rooms. These spaces may include sensory stations, but sometimes also offer programming, passive - [Workday Learning](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/workday-learning/) - The Workday Learning app offers personalized learning and training opportunities. Courses range from driving change to communicating effectively to setting SMART goals and more. There are also personality and behavioral assessment-based courses as well. - [Be Well (Academics)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/be-well-academics/) - Dozens of short articles related to studying, test taking, and time management. Example topics include types of intelligence, citing sources, office hours, study tips, focusing, and much more. - [Regionals Wellness Studio](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/regionals-wellness-studio/) - Our purpose is to foster a holistic approach to health and well-being for our college community. We are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where students, faculty, and staff can engage in activities that enhance physical, mental, and emotional health encompassing 8 dimensions of wellness. Location:Hamilton Campus, Gymnasium 116 Hours: Thursdays 10 a.m. - - [Supporting a Friend or Family Member with Mental Health Problems](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/supporting-a-friend-or-family-member-with-mental-health-problems/) - You can help your friend or family member by recognizing the signs of mental health problems and connecting them to professional help. Read this article to learn more. - [RedHawk Safe App](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/rave-guardian/) - RedHawk Safe, powered by AppArmor, features all of Miami’s mobile safety tools in one location. Weather procedures, the emergency Mobile BlueLight, and the Friendly Walk and Virtual Walkhome features are among the many resources available on RedHawk Safe. Services include a safety chat, emergency plans and procedures, campus maps, support resources, and reporting options. - [CAPTRUST Financial Services](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/captrust-financial-services/) - Free confidential financial wellness and advice for Miami employees. Employees can call the CAPTRUST advice desk to ask any financial question as part of their benefits package. CAPTRUST also provides live webinars, helpful articles, and financial calculators. - [Student of Concern Form](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/student-of-concern-form/) - The Student of Concern reporting form offers a streamlined process for reporting concerns, whether you're a student, faculty/staff member, or community member. Students can use the provided form to share worries about themselves or friends, while faculty and staff can report concerning behavior they observe. - [Motivation and Procrastination](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/motivation-and-procrastination/) - An online workshop through the Rinella Learning Center to help you reflect on your motivation, set goals, learn techniques to make you more efficient, and understand your thinking about schoolwork. - [Culture Closet](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/culture-closet/) - Free cultural products that cannot be easily accessed by students in Oxford, Ohio (e.g., natural hair care and skin products). - [911 - EMS](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/911-ems/) - If you are in an immediate, life-threatening emergency or someone's safety is in immediate risk, CALL 911! - [ADHD Screening/Resources](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/adhd-screening-resources/) - If you suspect an attention problem but have not been diagnosed or treated, read about how to pursue screening, formal evaluation, and accommodations for ADHD/ADD on this Student Counseling Service website. - [Employee Health Center](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/employee-health-center/) - Employees and dependents covered by the Miami health plan can see a health care provider at no cost through the employee health clinic on the Oxford campus. - [Faculty Notification Request](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/faculty-notification-request/) - If you are hospitalized or have experienced a death in the immediate family, you can request that the office of the dean of students verify your absence and notify your instructors. - [Hamilton Gymnasium](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/hamilton-gymnasium/) - The Miami Hamilton recreational center is free for faculty, staff, and student use; your Miami ID is required to enter. The gym is open 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Fridays during the fall and spring semesters (closed during the summer and winter terms). - [Miami Cares Resources](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/miami-cares-resources/) - If you have unanticipated difficulties during your college journey at Miami, you can notify Miami of your needs through a single form to request assistance related to any of the following: food insecurity, housing, laptop replacement, caregiver resources, financial difficulties, and support for foster care alumni and emancipated youth. - [Miami Recreation Gym Membership](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/miami-recreation-gym-membership/) - The Oxford campus Rec Center memberships are included in the Oxford student fees; faculty/staff, community members, and regional students can purchase a membership. - [Middletown Bennett Recreation Center](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/middletown-bennett-recreation-center/) - The C. Eugene Bennett Recreation Center (Gym) is available at no cost to all Miami Middletown students, faculty, staff, and their guests. The facility is open 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Monday through Thursday during the fall and spring semesters. It is closed on Fridays and during winter and summer terms. - [Miller Center for Student Disability Services](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/miller-center-for-student-disability-services/) - The Miller Center partners with disabled students and the campus community to develop individualized access plans, provide education opportunities, and implement strategic initiatives. - [Mobile Mammography](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/mobile-mammography/) - In an effort to make early breast cancer detection more available to Miami employees, TriHealth provides digital screening mammography through their Women’s Services Van. - [No Contact Directives](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/no-contact-directives/) - Miami may direct a student to have no contact with another individual for a specified period. These situations include, but are not limited to: harassment, threats, physical assault, stalking, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual misconduct, retaliation or other behaviors as indicated in the Code of Student Conduct. - [Percipio](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/percipio/) - Percipio is a digital learning platform for Miami faculty and staff to learn new skills and earn certifications. Percipio's micro-learning videos provide quick, targeted learning focusing on specific tasks delivered in real-time. - [Peer Health Education](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/peer-health-education/) - Miami's peer health educators are student leaders who combine their specialized training in health education and wellness with a desire to make a difference on campus. Leaders focus on general health and wellness (HAWKS), sexual and interpersonal violence and healthy relationships (SIV peer educators), and mental health/suicide prevention (mental health peer educators). - [Retirement @ Work](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/retirement-work/) - Use the Retirement@Work® portal to enroll in supplemental retirement plans, change voluntary 403(b) contribution amounts, choose preferred retirement plan providers, view Miami University 403(b) Plan and ARP account balances, and access planning tools and resources. - [Pregnant and Parenting Students](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/pregnant-and-parenting-students/) - Learn how Miami can support you if you are expecting a child. - [Problem Solving Skills](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/problem-solving-skills/) - An online workshop through the Rinella Learning Center to help you reflect and reset your problem solving skills. - [Professional Clothing Closet](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/professional-clothing-closet/) - The Professional Clothing Closet serves Regionals students by allowing them to take (and keep!) an outfit to wear for an interview. The clothing closet is located on the Middletown campus. - [Student Disability Services - Regionals](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/student-disability-services-regionals/) - The Regionals Student Disability Services provides accommodations and access to students with documented disabilities in accordance with federal law. - [Medical Withdrawal](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/medical-withdrawal/) - Medical Withdrawal, when approved, withdraws a student from a semester or term for medical reasons. - [Title IX Reporting Options](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/title-ix-reporting-options/) - Learn about your options for reporting incidents of sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, sexual harassment, stalking, or related retaliation. - [Title IX Support](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/title-ix-support/) - Resource guide and reporting options for students who have experienced sexual misconduct or interpersonal violence. - [Psychiatry Services (Student Health Services)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/psychiatry-services-student-health-services/) - Student Health Services offers psychiatry services via an integrated family practice model of care. You will need a previous diagnosis or a referral from Student Counseling Service to make an appointment with our psychiatry provider. - [Victim Services](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/victim-services/) - If you have been the victim of a crime, you are encouraged to file a police report with the Miami Police Department. Their website explains how they can support you. - [BeYOUtiful Beings (clinical workshop)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/beyoutiful-beings-clinical-workshop/) - An educational and supportive clinical workshop through Student Counseling Service for women students struggling with body image concerns, self-esteem, and perfectionism. Designed to be eating disorder prevention for those seeking to develop a more compassionate and holistic relationship with their body and mind. - [Circle of Hope (group therapy)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/circle-of-hope/) - A warm, supportive, and empowering therapy group for woman/female-identifying graduate and undergraduate students who are survivors of sexual assault or intimate partner violence. - [DARE: Depression and Anxiety Recovery (group therapy)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/dare-depression-and-anxiety-recovery/) - A weekly co-ed therapy group for students struggling with anxiety and/or depression. Members will learn about various ways to cope and understand anxiety and depression, through discussion, exploration, activities and examples. - [Grief Recovery (group therapy)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/grief-recovery/) - A weekly support group for students who have lost loved ones and are seeking a space where they can share their encounters with grief and loss with others who have had similar experiences. - [International Student Support (group therapy)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/international-student-support/) - This is a weekly therapy group for international students at Miami University, Oxford. A warm and inviting environment will be fostered, where members can discuss cultural adjustment to Miami and the United States. Topics may include acculturation, cultural values, and cultural acceptance. The group space can allow for exploration of culture and how it impacts - [Neurodivergent Resiliency (group therapy)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/neurodivergent-resiliency-group-therapy/) - Neurodivergent Resiliency is an accountability/support group focused on weekly topics related to neurodivergence that might include goal setting, motivation, time management, organization, and/or topics suggested by members. This group is a good fit for students who are neurodivergent or who have neurodivergent features. - [Stress Less (clinical workshop)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/stress-less-clinical-workshop/) - This drop-in style clinical workshop through Student Counseling Service is for students struggling with stress, anxiety, and motivation issues who need coping skills to help manage their well-being. This workshop will cover physical symptoms of anxiety, reducing anxious thoughts, feelings, and behaviors through skills. - [Taking ACTion (group therapy)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/taking-action-group-therapy/) - This is a semi-structured therapy group for people who struggle with obsessive compulsive and related disorders, negative thoughts, excessive worrying, feeling "stuck," and general stress. Group members will learn about mindfulness, how to interact with their thoughts in a different way and live in accordance with their values. Adapted from ACT work. - [Talking it out: Men’s Group (group therapy)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/talking-it-out-mens-group-group-therapy/) - This therapy group will provide a supportive space for male-identified students to connect, deepen self-awareness, and actively explore positive masculinity. - [Transformations (group therapy)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/transformations-group-therapy/) - This group is for students who are concerned about their use of different substances (alcohol, marijuana, etc.). The focus will be on identifying how substance use influences everyday life, how to reduce said use and how substance use may be interfering with personal goals, relationships, etc. - [Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/question-persuade-refer-qpr/) - Just as CPR helps anyone save a life in a medical emergency, QPR is a simple educational program that teaches ordinary citizens how to recognize a mental health emergency and get a person at-risk the help they need. In these trainings, certified QPR Gatekeeper Instructors teach the three steps anyone can learn to help prevent suicide: Question, - [Mental Health First Aid](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/mental-health-first-aid/) - Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour certification course that teaches participants how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use challenges among adults. There's a small charge for faculty/staff (paid by departments) and it is free for students. - [10 Tips for Referring a Friend](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/10-tips-for-referring-a-friend/) - Referring a friend or loved one to mental health resources may feel intimidating, particularly if the person seems closed off to support services. When a friend is experiencing distress, but is unwilling to engage in care, this can lead you to possibly feel helpless or frustrated. When navigating a dynamic like this, please keep these - [Help a Student](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/help-a-student/) - Information from Student Counseling Service on how and when to refer a student for mental health issues. - [How to Help a Friend](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/how-to-help-a-friend/) - What to do if you are concerned about a friend on the Regional campuses. - [Campus Assistance Program (CAP)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/campus-assistance-program-cap/) - CAP presentations to academic departments and departmental staff meetings provide opportunities for Miami’s faculty and staff to learn how we can assist students in emotional distress. Presentations are offered through Student Counseling Service and are typically are 60-90 minutes in length. - [Suicide Prevention Resources](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/suicide-prevention-resources/) - Information on how to help a friend, notice signs of suicide ideation, and how to get involved in suicide prevention efforts on campus. - [Financial Wellness Center](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/financial-wellness-center/) - This series of educational playlists helps you build financial knowledge and prepare for the future. Topics range from basic competencies such as budgeting, banking, taxes, and credit cards to more detailed topics such as understanding and managing personal credit, making sound financial decisions in the career world, and saving for the long term. - [WellTrack Boost](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/welltrack-boost/) - Welltrack Boost is a free digital platform that provides Miami students with self-help tools to manage their mental health and well-being. There are assessments, series, and tools (e.g., zen room, thought diary, etc.) to help students address issues, recognize patterns and triggers, and reinforce healthy habits. - [Faculty and Staff Affinity Groups](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/faculty-and-staff-affinity-groups/) - Miami has several faculty and staff affinity groups to support our employees in building community and accessing resources. Each group has meetings, events, and other opportunities to engage throughout the year. All employees are welcome to participate in any of the faculty and staff associations available at Miami University. - [Be Well (Mind)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/be-well-mind/) - Short articles and videos related to mental health, mindfulness, spirituality, and stress. Topics include perfectionism, meditation, thought patterns, and much more. - [What is an Eating Disorder Video](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/what-is-an-eating-disorder-video/) - Food can become more than just food for some people. Learn about how various therapies and treatments can help in this video from Psych Hub (4:31). - [Be Well (Body)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/be-well-body-image/) - Short articles and videos related to body image, physical activity, sleep, staying healthy, and workouts for college students. - [Tobacco Cessation Coaching (EAP)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/tobacco-cessation-coaching/) - Miami's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Impact Solutions offers free and confidential coaching by phone to help individuals quit or cut back on their tobacco use. - [Understanding Self and Others (group therapy)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/understanding-self-and-others-group-therapy/) - This therapy group will provide a context for members to improve difficulties in their lives connected to developing and maintaining satisfying relationships with friends, family, partners, etc. A confidential environment will be created to help each member to learn how to trust, confront conflicts, understand one's interactional style, and develop healthy relationships with others and - [Self-Care Guide](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/self-care-guide/) - A quick reference for common health questions and emergencies facing students today, written for students by a staff of multi-disciplined, board-certified physicians who practice medicine throughout the United States. - [Be Well (Self)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/be-well-self-improvement/) - Dozens of articles and videos about improving your mind, body, and overall functioning as a college student. Topics include accessibility, environment, LGBTQ+, race and ethnicity, self-improvement, and substance use. - [Dog Therapy](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/dog-therapy/) - Miami offers weekly dog therapy during the academic year. Interacting with animals is a proven way to decrease stress and feel a sense of connection and acceptance. - [Coping Mindfully (Clinical Workshop)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/coping-mindfully-clinical-workshop/) - A 6-week, weekly workshop series through Student Counseling Service designed to help students foster mindfulness and coping strategies to combat stress, anxiety, and challenging life circumstances. - [Caravan Wellness App](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/caravan-wellness-app/) - Caravan is a leading wellness app with hundreds of video classes designed to help you improve mental health, harness your energy, reduce stress, and increase productivity. Free for the Miami community. - [Managing Stress](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/managing-stress/) - An online workshop through the Rinella Learning Center to help you recognize potential stressors, shift attitudes that enable stress, consider self-care strategies, and learn about resources for managing stress at Miami. - [Be Well (Relationships)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/be-well-relationships/) - Dozens of articles and videos related to communication, friendship, and romantic relationships, geared to college students. - [Health Advocate Website and App](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/health-advocate-website-and-app/) - Health Advocate provides faculty and staff with advocacy and health navigation services, in addition to administering the "Healthy Miami" program. The app includes several trackers (e.g., fitness, nutrition, stress, financial, etc.), healthy living workshops, goal setting, and more. Download the app or engage through the website. - [Credit/No Credit Grading](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/credit-no-credit-grading/) - In credit/no credit grading, students earn credit for a course if it is passed but do not receive a standard letter grade. Not all courses can or should be taken credit/no credit at Miami University. We recommend you speak with an academic advisor before opting to take a course for credit/no credit. - [Withdrawing From/Not Returning to Miami](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/withdrawing-from-not-returning-to-miami/) - Withdrawing from Miami University is a formal process. Learn how to submit a Withdraw/Not Return request and review the requirements and considerations of withdrawing. - [Mental Health Video Series](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/https-www-youtube-com-playlistlistplcng2kegu2yhur5ti5q3kvbzdj0_grmtt/) - Miami is committed to supporting parents and student supporters as vital partners in student success. The Parent and Family Mental Health Video Series provides valuable insights and resources to help parents and family members navigate student well-being. Topics include available student support services, counseling options, crisis and distress management, and practical strategies for mental health - [Legal/Financial Consultation (EAP)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/legal-financial-consultation-impact-solutions/) - The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides legal and financial consultation and resources through Impact Solutions. Build financial wellness related to budgeting, buying a home, paying off debt, resolving general tax questions, preventing identity theft, and saving for retirement or tuition. Receive referrals for personal legal matters including estate planning, wills, real estate, bankruptcy, divorce, custody, - [Life Coaching (EAP)](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/life-coaching-eap/) - Access free, confidential life coaching through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Life coaching can help you reach personal and professional goals, manage life transitions, overcome obstacles, strengthen relationships, achieve greater balance, and live a more purposeful life. Available via video or phone. Call 800-227-6007 or visit the website. Use the company name “Miamioh.” - [Oxford Mental Health Guide](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/resource/oxford-mental-health-guide/) - Oxford's mental health guide for resources in the community. ## Categories - [Achievements](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/category/achievements/) - [Well-being](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/category/well-being/) ## Audiences - [Everyone](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/audiences/everyone/) - [Faculty/Staff](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/audiences/faculty-staff/) - [Students](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/audiences/students/) ## Locations - [All Locations](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/locations/all-locations/) - [Oxford Campus](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/locations/oxford-campus/) - [Regional Campuses](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/locations/regional-campuses/) ## Topics - [Anxiety](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/anxiety/) - [Depression](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/depression/) - [Grief and Loss](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/grief-loss/) - [Identity and Culture](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/identity-culture/) - [Self-Improvement](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/self-improvement/) - [Relationship](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/relationship/) - [Stress](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/stress/) - [Trauma](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/trauma/) - [Financial](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/financial/) - [Physical](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/physical/) - [Academic](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/academic-stress/) - [Sleep](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/sleep/) - [Nutrition](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/nutrition/) - [Exercise](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/exercise/) - [Medical](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/medical/) - [Social](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/topic/social/) ## Types of Care - [Education](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/types-of-care/education/) - [Self-Guided](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/types-of-care/self-guided/) - [Organized Activities](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/types-of-care/organized-activities/) - [Personalized Care](https://wellbeing.miamioh.edu/blog/types-of-care/personalized-care/)