Health, Counseling and Health Education

Counseling
Counseling Services (277-4537) http://shac.unm.edu/counseling.html, Student Health and Counseling Bldg.
The purpose of Counseling Services is to provide UNM students with psychological services that will help them function successfully in their academic lives. Counseling Services provides assessment, referral, crisis and emergency intervention, brief therapy, and medication services. Brief therapy may include individual, couple or group modalities. Students in need of extended care are referred to professionals in the community. Common problems that UNM students bring to Counseling Services include: depression; suicidal behavior; relationship problems; stress management; sexuality issues including date rape; death and dying issues; anxiety that interferes with successful functioning; and alcohol/drug problems. Students may make arrangements for services by calling 277-4537, M-F, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Tuesdays, they are closed from 8 to 9 a.m. If a student is experiencing an EMERGENCY (the circumstances are life-threatening), the student may walk in. Students using Walk-in are seen on a first-come, first-served basis. For emergencies after hours (past 5 p.m. daily and on weekends), students may go to: the UNM Psychiatric Emergency Service, 2600 Marble Ave., 272-2920; or use the link at http://shac.unm.edu/counselinglinks.htm.
Additional Counseling Services
In addition to the Counseling & Therapy Service, listed above, other resources are available.
- Agora Crisis Center (277-3013) http://www.unm.edu/~agora/, 1716 Las Lomas NE. Student Peer Assistance.
- Addiction & Substance Abuse Programs (925-2400) 2450 Alamo SE.
- Dept. of Psychology Clinic (277-5164) Las Lomas NE. By appointment only (professional trainees)
- Manzanita Center (277-7311) By appointment only (professional trainees)
- Psychiatric Emergency Services (272-2920)
- University Psychiatric Center, http://hospitals.unm.edu/hospitals/unmpc.shtml, 2600 Marble Ave. NE. (7 days/week, 24 hrs/day)
- Self-Help Ulifeline.org (Online behavioral support for young adults)

Dental Services (272-4106) Novitski Hall, north campus.
The Division of Dental Hygiene provides low-cost dental services with special discounts to UNM students. Services performed by dental hygiene students under the direct supervision of faculty include teeth cleanings, x-rays, sealants, periodontal surgery, mouth guards, and teeth bleaching. Appointments can be made for restorative work by licensed dentists. Appointments are required and clinic hours vary on weekdays.

Health Education
Campus Office of Substance Abuse Prevention - COSAP (277-2795) http://www.unm.edu/~cosap/, Mesa Vista Hall 3059.
COSAP offers training and coordination of substance abuse prevention for the campus community. It also develops and reviews campus policies related to alcohol, tobacco, and other drug abuse.
Peer Consulting Services (277-7947) http://shac.unm.edu/peerconsultant.htm, Student Health and Counseling Bldg Room 203.
Senior and graduate students offer one-on-one support to peers in the areas of fitness, nutrition and smoking cessation. Peer consultants coach students in healthy lifestyles and access to local resources. Free to all UNM students. Call 277-3136 to make an appointment or email peerhelp@unm.edu.
Peer Education Program (277-3563) http://shac.unm.edu/peereducation.htm, Student Health and Counseling Building Room 203.
Student peer educators organize national health-related events, and group presentations on human sexuality, nutrition/fitness, stress/time management, and alcohol/drug prevention to the UNM community. Credit hours are available for UNM students interested in a field experience in health promotion/disease prevention.

Insurance - Health and Accident (277-3136) http://shac.unm.edu/shi.html, Student Health and Counseling Bldg.
Students are not required to have health insurance to be seen at Student Health and Counseling. However, UNM provides a student-chosen health and accident insurance policy for students enrolled for six or more hours per semester. The plan provides for hospital, surgical, and outpatient medical care beyond that provided by SHAC. The policy is geared to the needs of students and provides coverage for a semester or a 12-month period regardless of geographic location. Dependent and spouse coverage is available. An optional dental plan is available. An Insurance Specialist at the SHAC is available to assist students with insurance claims and issues. UNM requires all international students and their dependents to have health coverage while enrolled. The UNM student health and accident insurance policy will meet this requirement.

Massage Therapy Services (277-3136) http://shac.unm.edu/massage.html, Student Health and Counseling Bldg, 2nd Fl.
Licensed massage therapists offer a variety of modalities including deep & therapeutic massage, Swedish, polarity, cranial sacral, sports, massage stretches, and myofascial release. Students, staff and faculty can schedule a one-hour session by calling to make an appointment. SHAC Insurance Plan A offers limited coverage.

Off-Campus Health Assistance
- Emergency Medical System (911)
- UNM Hospital (272-2111)
- UNM Psychiatric Center (272-2800)
- US PHS, Indian Hospital, 248-4000
- Lovelace Medical Center Downtown (727-8000)
- Presbyterian Hospital (841-1234)
- Addiction & Substance Abuse Programs (925-2400)
- Rape Crisis Center (266-7711)
- Stanford Public Health Office (841-4100) 1111 Stanford NE
- Planned Parenthood (265-3722)
- NM Poison Center (272-2222) or 1-800-222-1222

Pharmacy (277-6306) http://shac.unm.edu/pharmacy.html, Student Health and Counseling Bldg, 2nd floor, rm 206.
The SHC pharmacy offers prescription service for UNM students, faculty and staff. A valid UNM ID or schedule is required. Prescriptions from any licensed health practitioner can be filled. The pharmacy stocks most prescription drugs and can special-order medications within 24 hours that are not routinely stocked. The pharmacy also provides education and counseling on proper drug use, interactions, and side-effects. The pharmacy offers many reasonably-priced, over-the-counter items such as orthopedic braces, lotions, sunscreens, cold and allergy medications, contraceptives, etc. The SHC Pharmacy is a prescription provider for Student Health Insurance Plan A and many other insurance plans. An insurance card must be shown at the time of service. Payment can be made by check, cash, debit card, Mastercard, Visa, or by charging to a student account. Hours are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The pharmacy is closed from 8-9 on Tuesdays. Prescription Refill Service: Call 277-6306 (24 hours ahead) or email pharmacy@unm.edu.

Student Health Advisory Committee (277-3432) Student Health and Counseling Bldg, room 110.
Members make recommendations to SHAC administration regarding SHAC policies. The Committee consists of students, student government representatives, faculty & staff.

Student Health and Counseling - SHAC (277-3136) http://shac.unm.edu, Student Health and Counseling Building.
Student Health and Counseling (SHAC) is a one-stop health service available to all currently enrolled UNM students. The service is funded in part by student fees. SHAC is located on the main campus just north of Johnson Center and across the mall from the Student Union Bldg. Services include: primary medical care, walk-in clinic, pharmacy, women's and men's health, allergy and immunization, medical specialty clinics, physical therapy, lab and x-ray, travel health clinic, Counseling Services, health education and prevention, and a student health advisory committee. Students are not required to have health insurance to be seen at SHAC. Fees charged at SHAC are much lower than community rates. Students enrolled for less than six credit hours will pay a higher visit fee. Eligibility guidelines change in the summer; call for clarification. SHAC is an approved provider for Lovelace, Presbyterian, and United Healthcare (UNM plan only). Students enrolled in HMO plans should check with the SHAC Insurance Specialist about choosing the SHAC as their primary care provider. For students who do not have health insurance, the University provides a student-chosen health and accident insurance policy. Students are encouraged to arrange appointments in advance. Please arrive 15 minutes early for medical appointments to complete necessary paperwork and to check in at the reception area. Medical and Counseling Sevices appointments are available Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. On Tuesdays, SHAC is closed from 8 to 9 a.m. SHAC is closed on all official UNM holidays. To schedule a medical appointment, call 277-3136. For Counseling Services appointments, call 277-4537. Students may also be seen on a non-appointment basis for urgent care. Services and announcements are updated regularly on the web page.