Counseling Services

Support for Your Whole Journey

You do not have to navigate life’s challenges alone.

Counseling Services supports the mental and emotional well-being of Wayland Baptist University students. Individual counseling is available for personal, social, academic, and career-related concerns, with group opportunities offered throughout the year when available.

Our office provides a secure and confidential environment where students can experience growth, healing, and greater self-awareness. You and your counselor will work together to develop healthy problem-solving skills and practical strategies for everyday challenges.

Confidential No Cost Enrolled Students

Explore Counseling Services

Find the support you need.

Select a section below to learn more about counseling services, urgent support, upcoming events, helpful resources, and how to begin.

Do you need immediate help? Call 911 for an immediate threat. Call or text 988 for 24-hour crisis support.

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Section 01 Crisis & Urgent Support Guidance for a mental health crisis or concerns about someone else.

A mental health crisis can affect you or someone you care about. Review the guidance below and take immediate action when there is a risk of serious harm.

Are you having a mental health crisis?

In the last seven days, have you:

Created a plan to attempt suicide or inflict serious bodily harm on someone else?
Attempted suicide or made verbal or written threats to do so?
Been physically or sexually assaulted?
Heard or seen things that may not be real?
Had a severe reaction to a psychiatric medication?

If you answered yes to any of these questions:

You may be experiencing a mental health crisis. Visit Counseling Services between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m., go to the nearest emergency room, or contact a 24-hour crisis service.

Central Plains Call 988

Are you concerned about someone else?

If you are concerned that someone on campus may be a threat to themselves or others, you have several options.

If you believe there is an imminent threat, contact University Police at 806-774-4225 or dial 911 immediately.
For guidance on how to talk with a friend or colleague, contact Counseling Services at 806-291-3765 to request an appointment.
To request university outreach to the individual, contact Jennifer Gonzalez, MA, LPC-S, at 806-291-3765 or gonzalezje@wbu.edu .

Not sure what to do?

Counseling Services can help you determine an appropriate next step and provide guidance for approaching the person with care.

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Section 02 Mental Health Services Individual counseling, common concerns, crisis intervention, and referrals.

Counseling built around your needs.

Learn what to expect from individual counseling, the concerns commonly discussed in sessions, and situations that may require specialized community care.

Section 03 Events Workshops, courses, wellness activities, and Counseling Services programs.

Learn, connect, and care for yourself.

Explore upcoming mindfulness, emotional intelligence, self-care, and wellness opportunities offered throughout the academic year.

Section 04 Resources Trusted local organizations, crisis services, and national support options.

Support beyond the Counseling Center.

Find community organizations and national services that can provide additional counseling, advocacy, crisis, housing, medical, and practical support.

Section 05 How Do I Get Started? Appointment methods and the first steps toward meeting with Counseling Services.

Taking the first step is simple.

Review the available ways to request an appointment, contact Counseling Services, and access the Medicat Patient Portal.

Campus Services:

Counseling Services is dedicated to providing the best possible mental health services to Wayland Baptist University. We provide individual counseling services to students with personal/social concerns or academic/career concerns. There may also be opportunities for group counseling. The office is managed by a full-time licensed professional counselor, and there is no cost for these services if you are currently enrolled at Wayland Baptist University.

Counseling services assist Wayland students in resolving their own everyday problems and stresses. We provide a secure, confidential environment where students are able to experience growth and healing by learning and practicing healthy and appropriate problem-solving skills. We believe that as you and your counselor work together to address your concerns, you will develop a sense of self-awareness that will influence your behavior and feelings.

Our counseling services are confidential, and visits are never reported on an academic transcript or in a placement file. When appropriate, the counselor can refer students to other specialized counseling services available in the surrounding area.

Book time with Jennifer Gonzalez: Appointment Calendar

Jennifer R. Gonzalez, MA, LPC

Director of Counseling Services

Wayland Baptist University

University Center
Suite 208

Office Hours:
M-TH 8:15AM - 5:00PM
F 8:15AM - 4:00PM

Phone: 806-291-3765
Fax: 806-291-1990
Email: gonzalezje@wbu.edu

National Assistance:

If you attend WBU outside of the local Plainview/Hale County area

Call or Text 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones. 988 Lifeline ofrece servicios gratuitos en español las 24 horas del día, los 7 días de la semana. No tiene que hablar inglés para recibir ayuda.