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Let’s Talk

What is Let’s Talk?

Let’s Talk is a program that connects UW students both virtually and in person to 1-on-1 support with an experienced mental health consultant from the Counseling Center without an appointment. Let’s Talk offers informal consultation – it is not a substitute for regular therapy, counseling, or psychiatric care. 

Mental health consultants help students with insight, solutions, and information about other resources. Let’s Talk drop-in visits are free and confidential. No appointment is necessary.

If you need to speak with a mental health consultant urgently than the times listed below, please call Husky HelpLine for support at 206.616.7777 or schedule a 1:1 session with a counselor using our student portal.

What if I want a scheduled time for Let’s Talk?

Prefer a set time for a consult? We got you! You can schedule those on the student portal.

  1. Log-in the portal and click “Schedule an appointment.”
  2. When asked what type of appointment you’re interested in, select “one time brief consultation with a mental health consultant about a specific concern” 
  3. Select a date and time that that works for you! 

What if I want to drop in to talk in person? 

Mental health consultants provide Drop-In Let’s Talk throughout campus. See below for dates, times, and locations.

Tuesday: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm, Ethnic Cultural Center, ECC 306
Wednesday 2:30 pm -4:00 pm, Q Center, HUB 315
Thursday 2:30 pm -4:00 pm, Career Center, MGH 134
Friday 2:30 pm -4:00 pm, Circle, Schmitz 250

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Let’s Talk funded?

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Let’s Talk is supported by UW Parent & Family Programs and the Services & Activities Fee.

How do I participate in Let’s Talk?

How to participate

Here are the steps you need to take to participate in Virtual Let’s Talk. Please review them carefully:

  1. Decide which day and time you want to participate (see above) and set a reminder to yourself to return to this page then. You can find a time zone calculator here.
    • *Let’s Talk is not a 24/7 service and is only available during scheduled times.*
  2. Find a time that works for you and click on the registration link.
  3. You will see options for times. Please select the time you would like and register.
  4. Make sure you have the technology needed – a functioning computer or smartphone, ideally with a webcam.
  5. Find a private, quiet place where you can talk with the mental health consultant and then check your email for the Let’s Talk link during the time of your meeting.
  6. Wait for your turn to talk with a mental health consultant. Let’s Talk is first come, first served, and the consultant will start your visit once they are done meeting with the student(s) ahead of you in line. If you are not ready when the consultant starts your visit, they will put you back in the waiting room. If there are many students waiting ahead of you, it is possible that the consultant might not be able to see you today.
    • If you need support urgently and can’t wait until the next Let’s Talk session, contact UW’s student mental health services.

The University of Washington is committed to providing access and accommodation in its services, programs, and activities. To make a request connected to a disability or health condition, contact University of Washington Counseling Center at (206) 543-1240, at least 10 days before the workshop/event.