Local Referrals

  1. Student Support
  2. Counseling Services
  3. Local Referrals

To make an appointment call 914-888-5150 or email CounselingCenter@mercy.edu

Mercy University has also partnered with BetterMynd, an online therapy platform for University students, with services available 7 days a week with evening and weekend appointments available. 

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Local Referrals

Information on resources in Westchester and the NYC area is listed below. We have provided information on 24/7 Hotlines, Counseling & Mental Health Services, LGBTQIA+ Resources, Social Services & Community Centers, Domestic Violence Resources, and Medical Centers. If the resource is underlined, it is linked to the appropriate website with more information.

If you require assistance in navigating the resources, you may email us at: CounselingCenter@mercy.edu 

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24/7 Crisis Hotlines 

Hotlines are free, confidential are easily accessible lines to speak to an unbiased, supportive counselor during times of crisis. One does not need to feel that they are immediately in danger in order to call although the responders are able to talk individuals through all situations. Numbers are listed below. It also may be helpful to store these numbers in your phone under contact names that you find helpful.  

National Suicide Prevention Hotline 

  • 988
  • Support for anyone feeling down, overwhelmed or having thoughts of self harm or death  

Crisis Text Line 

  • Text HOME to 741741 for free, 24/7 support  

Trevor Lifeline

  • 1-866-488-7386 / TrevorText: 678-678
  • A free, confidential hotline for all LGBTQ+ young people under 25 years of age.   

LifeStance Health

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Mindful Care

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Domestic Violence Hotlines

These numbers can be stored in your phone contacts, memorized, or written on other pieces of paper. It is important that you chose a way to remember these numbers that helps you to feel safe.  

National Domestic Violence Hotline 

  • 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) or online through chat services at www.thehotline.org  
  • This hotline is for anyone affected by domestic violence- from those experiencing violence to their friends and family  

New York State Domestic Violence Hotline 

  • 1-800-621-4673 / 1-800-621- HOPE  

Substance Use Hotlines

  • SAMSHA Hotline for treatment referrals and information   
  • 1-800-662- HELP (4357)  
  • Services are provided in English and Spanish, 24/7 for all individuals and/or family friends of those looking to address their substance use to discuss treatment options  

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Student online support

Counseling/ Mental Health Clinics 

For more information on how to find a therapist outside of Mercy University, please go to out Off-Campus Mental Health tab. 

LGBTQIA+ Resources

Domestic Violence Resources

Domestic Violence Hotlines

(800) 621-HOPE (4673) – Safe Horizons NYC 24/7 Hotline 
(800) 799-SAFE (7233) – National Domestic Violence 24/7 Hotline 

NYS Coalition Against Domestic Violence:

  • English - (800) 942-6906
  • Spanish - (800) 942-6908 

Mercy University Title IX Information 

  • Safe Horizon  - (800) 621-4673  
    • Hotlines, mental health services, legal services, housing and more 
  • Search for more through NYC WELL  
  • Safe Horizon  - 1 (800) 621-4673  
    • Hotlines, mental health services, legal services, housing and more 
  • Search for more through NYC WELL  

Medical Centers

Social Services & Community Centers

Student Counseling Center Hours & Contact Information

The Student Counseling Center will be offering appointments in-person and virtually. Appointments are available Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Mercy University has also partnered with BetterMynd, an online therapy platform for University students, with services available 7 days a week with evening and weekend appointments available.