Crisis Services

Crisis Definition:

A crisis may include:

  • A threat to your life
  • A threat to another person’s life
  • A traumatic event within the last 72 hours such as
    • Assault
    • Victim/witness of a crime
    • Death of a loved one

Crisis Appointment Definition:

  • A 20-minute appointment with the goal of helping students with safety assessment, stabilization and providing resources as needed.
  • Crisis appointments are available both in-person and on Zoom.

Disclaimer of Crisis Appointments:

  • Due to limited resources, please attempt to call our office prior to arrival and our staff will do our best to accommodate your mental health needs.
  • Crisis appointments are available to students enrolled at the Missouri State University – Springfield Campus and are located within the state of Missouri at the time of the appointment.
  • If our office is unable to provide direct services, we will provide alternative resources and/or guidance.
  • If there is imminent danger, please call 988 or 911.

After-hours Crisis Services:

  • For after-hours mental health crisis assistance, call 417-836-5116 then press 0 (zero) to speak to a crisis counselor. You may also contact MSU Public Safety at 417-836-5509.

Additional Mental Health Emergency Resources