The below resources are for graduate students' mental & emotional wellbeing-- everything from individual therapy to online psychiatry and group support!
Baylor Counseling Center
- Baylor Mental Health Counselors focus on goal-directed care.
- Services are completely free and confidential.
- Appointments are in-person either at the SLC or Dutton location.
- Services are available to all students.
Issues we commonly work with at the Baylor Counseling Center:
- Personal issues like anxiety depression, anger, loneliness, etc.
- Stress
- Relationship Issues
- Developmental/family issues
- Academic concerns
- Other issues like crisis intervention, body image, spiritual concerns, sexual assault, etc.
Baylor Telehealth by Academic Live Care
All Baylor students now have access to the following FREE services:
- 24/7/365 Unlimited In-the-Moment Mental Health Clinical Support Line
- Also available to students who are abroad
- Unlimited Telehealth Visits
- Psychiatry
- Mental Health Counseling
- Telehealth Visits are available evenings, weekends, and when the University is closed
- Unlimited Face-to Face Visits for Mental Health Counseling through referral to local providers who are within Academic Live Care network.
Academic Live Care offers flexibility in appointment times as well as access to providers based on preferences such as gender, cultural and ethnic background, language spoken, and specialties.
Group Therapy: Is it for you?
Group therapy offers a unique opportunity in a safe and supportive place to receive support and use peer interaction to help them work on the challenge that they are facing, while establishing a sense of "belonging" and realizing that often others have the same common concerns as they do. Also, research supports that group therapy is just as effective for most concerns that students have today.
Although many students are initially hesitant to join a group, they often find that it is a very beneficial and positive experience.
Groups at the counseling center have an average of five to eight students and one to two counselors. They generally meet weekly, for 90 minutes, for a fixed period each semester. While our selection of groups varies throughout the year, the center typically offers general therapy groups for Baylor students, as well as theme-focused groups, and drop-in groups.
Frequently asked questions about group therapy
GradRoots: A Support Group for Graduate Students
Day/Time: Wednesdays from 3:00 - 4:30pm, beginning February 11, 2026 at Dutton Counseling Center
Description: This group is designed specifically for graduate students navigating the complex terrain of academic demands and personal life. Through open dialogue and interpersonal exploration, members process the unique challenges of graduate school—from isolation and stress to relationship dynamics and emotional wellness. Just as roots intertwine beneath the surface, this group fosters connection and mutual support among students who may feel alone in their struggles. Whether you're seeking balance, navigating stress, or simply looking for community, GradRoots is here to support your journey—helping you stay grounded while you grow. To join us, schedule for a group information appointment with Drs. Margaret Kassel and Grace Kallimel.
Wellness Wednesdays
Join Dr. Sara Dolan, associate dean and psychologist, for an hour of discussing topics related to holistic wellness and success in graduate school. Each session will include information and skills for enhancing wellness, followed by group discussion. These workshop sessions are held once a month, on Wednesday evenings from 5-6pm in the GRC, and are open to all graduate students. Wellness Wednesday dates will be shared in advance here.
GPS Wellness Workshops
The Graduate School offers several free, interrelated workshops each academic year designed to help our students succeed throughout their academic journey at Baylor and even beyond graduation. The workshops are branded as GPS Workshops: Grad Pathways for Success under the auspices of the Baylor University Graduate School.
Past recordings of wellness workshops
Current and future workshop dates available. here.
HealthyBearsTXT
HealthyBearsTXT is a university-wide text message initiative offered as a tool to support Baylor students in their academic and personal well-being. The program provides encouragement, resources, and practical strategies to help students thrive in their college experience. Students who opt into HealthyBearsTXT by texting "healthy" to 254-294-7029 will receive 2-3 weekly supportive text messages that encourage healthy behaviors. Plus, students who sign up will be entered for monthly give-aways!