{"id":57,"date":"2023-06-23T16:18:20","date_gmt":"2023-06-23T21:18:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/"},"modified":"2026-03-26T12:05:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T17:05:29","slug":"counseling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/","title":{"rendered":"Counseling"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-pb-80 uwm-u-pt-0\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row uwm-l-row--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"lead-in\"><strong>Mental health is a journey of self-discovery and growth.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"default\">SHAW &#8211; Counseling supports the holistic wellness of every student. We strive to collaborate across campus to build a community of care for 51ÁÔÆæ students. Within our short-term model, we have a wide range of services. For students who have needs that are beyond our scope of care, we will work with them to find appropriate resources to meet their mental health needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To schedule a counseling appointment (in-person or virtual) with a SHAW provider, please call us at 414-229-7429, option 2. New,&nbsp;<em><strong>first-time<\/strong><\/em>&nbsp;clients only, can&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.medicatconnect.com\/\">schedule online<\/a><\/strong>. <br>Mantra Health is an additional teletherapy resource. <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/mantra-health\/\">Learn more.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion uwm-p-accordion--icon-left-circle\" data-accordion-prefix-classes=\"uwm\" data-accordion-cool-selectors=\"1\"><button class=\"uwm-p-accordion--toggle-button size-p-md\">Expand All<\/button>\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Philosophy of Care<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1500\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/07\/Copy-of-Shortened-Counseling-Only-Updated-Stepped-Care-Model-1500-x-650-px-2.jpg\" alt=\"See the information below the image for a text version of the stepped care approach.&quot;\" class=\"wp-image-4093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/07\/Copy-of-Shortened-Counseling-Only-Updated-Stepped-Care-Model-1500-x-650-px-2.jpg 1500w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/07\/Copy-of-Shortened-Counseling-Only-Updated-Stepped-Care-Model-1500-x-650-px-2-300x130.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/07\/Copy-of-Shortened-Counseling-Only-Updated-Stepped-Care-Model-1500-x-650-px-2-1024x444.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/07\/Copy-of-Shortened-Counseling-Only-Updated-Stepped-Care-Model-1500-x-650-px-2-768x333.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1500px) 100vw, 1500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>SHAW Counseling utilizes a stepped care approach for students initiating services. Learn more by visiting our <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/philosophy\/\">philosophy of care page. <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Scope of Care<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Because we are a short-term outpatient center, there may be times when a student&#8217;s mental health needs go beyond our scope of care.  The following is a list of criteria which would lead us to refer a student to an off-campus provider or service:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Current presentation includes signs or symptoms that require medical stabilization, detoxification, inpatient treatment, intensive outpatient or long- term outpatient treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clinically significant eating and substance use disorders, complex trauma with a need or request to process multiple traumatic events, psychosis, persistent mood disorders, chronic self-injury, ongoing concerns for the student&#8217;s or others&#8217; safety<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A need for specialty services that go beyond the scope and clinical expertise of our staff<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>SHAW-Counseling offers case management assistance to students who need mental health services that we do not offer on campus.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Am I eligible for SHAW-Counseling Services?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Our services are available to 51ÁÔÆæ students currently enrolled in classes for credit and who have paid the student segregated fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/eligibility-costs\/\">eligibility <\/a>page for more information. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How do I set up care at SHAW-Counseling?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Accessing SHAW counseling, psychiatry and case management services starts with a triage appointment, a 15-20 minute phone screening. To schedule a triage appointment, contact us by phone, 414-229-7429 (option 2).  New,&nbsp;<em><strong>first-time<\/strong><\/em>&nbsp;clients only, can&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.medicatconnect.com\/\">schedule online<\/a><\/strong>.  Please fill out the required history forms prior to your appointment by utilizing the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.medicatconnect.com\/login.aspx\">patient portal<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re unsure about counseling but want to speak with a therapist informally, learn more about our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/lets-talk\/\">Let&#8217;s Talk Consultations.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">What happens at my initial phone screening?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>During the 15-20 minute screening we gather information that helps us make a recommendation for your best next steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Next steps may include: a counseling intake (individual, group, or couples therapy), a medication evaluation, or a referral for care in the community.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">Are there any services I cannot get at SHAW-Counseling?<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>We do not provide any mandated services or those that may require either court testimony and\/or letters or reports to be filed with any legal entities. We do not provide services where litigation is either involved or pending.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We do not provide evaluation-only services for the purpose of writing letters for another campus office or a third party.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We do not offer comprehensive psychological testing services, including testing for ADHD or learning disabilities. Neuropsychological testing can be pursued on campus through the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/psychology\/clinic\/\">51ÁÔÆæ Psychology Clinic<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>We do not provide documentation for emotional support animals.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--header\">How do I join SHAW-Counseling virtual sessions? <\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel\"><div class=\"uwm-p-accordion--panel-inner uwm-u-clear\">\n<p>Students can join SHAW-Counseling&#8217;s virtual tele-counseling sessions by accessing the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.medicatconnect.com\/\">51ÁÔÆæ Patient Portal<\/a>. Written instructions are <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/telehealth-sign-in-instructions\/\" type=\"page\" id=\"4788\">available here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-c-button--icon-right uwm-c-button--icon-arrow uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"\/wellness\/make-an-appointment\/\" rel=\"\">Make an Appointment<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-c-button--icon-right uwm-c-button--icon-arrow uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.medicatconnect.com\/\" rel=\"\">Patient Portal<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-c-button--icon-right uwm-c-button--icon-arrow uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/emergency\/\" rel=\"\">Emergency Resources<\/a>\n\n\n\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-c-button--icon-right uwm-c-button--icon-arrow uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/contact\/\" rel=\"\">Contact Us<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:26px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full uwm-u-m-0\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--black uwm-c-button--full uwm-c-button--icon-right uwm-c-button--icon-arrow uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/directory\/?_people_categories_facet=counseling-services\" rel=\"\">Staff Directory<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\"><button class=\"uwm-p-modal--launch uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-c-button--black\" aria-controls=\"uwm-modal-2pj58x\" data-modal-prefix-class=\"uwm-p\" data-modal-content-id=\"uwm-modal-2pj58x\" data-modal-close-text=\"Close\" data-modal-close-title=\"Close\">Community Resource Finder<\/button><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<section class=\"uwm-bg-white uwm-u-py-80\"><div class=\"uwm-l-container--base uwm-l-container--overflow-hidden\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card-grid uwm-l-grid uwm-l-grid--equal-y uwm-l-grid--4\">\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/08\/Lets-talk_webTile.jpg\" alt=\"Graphic with a green and teal gradient background featuring a white icon of a person with outstretched arms and leaf-like shapes forming a tree above them. To the right, bold purple text reads \u2018Let\u2019s Talk!\u2019.\" class=\"wp-image-4223\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/08\/Lets-talk_webTile.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/08\/Lets-talk_webTile-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/08\/Lets-talk_webTile-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Let&#8217;s Talk<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Virtual, informal and confidential conversations with a Counseling Services mental health provider.<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/lets-talk\/\">Learn more about Let&#8217;s Talk and sign up for a consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/groupcounseling.jpg\" alt=\"Circle of diverse young adults in group therapy\" class=\"wp-image-4058\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/groupcounseling.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/groupcounseling-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/groupcounseling-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Group Counseling<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Safe, supportive and accepting group counseling offerings. <\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-modal--launch\" data-modal-prefix-class=\"uwm-p\" data-modal-content-id=\"uwm-modal-counseling3\" data-modal-close-text=\"Close\" data-modal-close-title=\"Close\" href=\"#\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"uwm-modal-counseling3\" onclick=\"event.preventDefault()\">Learn more about group counseling services<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Consultation.jpg\" alt=\"Individual with a phone to their ear\" class=\"wp-image-4059\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Consultation.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Consultation-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Consultation-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Consultation<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Consultation for parents, family members, faculty\/staff &#8211; anyone concerned about the mental wellbeing of a student.<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-modal--launch\" data-modal-prefix-class=\"uwm-p\" data-modal-content-id=\"uwm-modal-consultation\" data-modal-close-text=\"Close\" data-modal-close-title=\"Close\" href=\"#\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"uwm-modal-consultation\" onclick=\"event.preventDefault()\">View consultation details<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold uwm-p-card--img\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/casemanagement.jpg\" alt=\"A picture from behind a person having a conversation with another person. The person takes notes on a notepad\" class=\"wp-image-633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/casemanagement.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/casemanagement-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/casemanagement-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Case Management<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Do you find it hard to navigate the world of referrals and insurance? We can help!<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/case-management\/\">View case management details<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold uwm-p-card--img\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/IndividualCouns.jpg\" alt=\"A person sits in front of a window facing another person with their back to the camera.\" class=\"wp-image-4056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/IndividualCouns.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/IndividualCouns-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/IndividualCouns-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Counseling<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Short term, goal-oriented therapy for individuals and couples.<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/counseling-services\/\">View counseling details<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Psychiatry.jpg\" alt=\"A doctor writes a prescription\" class=\"wp-image-4057\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Psychiatry.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Psychiatry-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Psychiatry-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Psychiatry<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Medication evaluation and short-term follow-up care.<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/psychiatry\/\">View psychiatry details<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/02\/crisis.jpeg\" alt=\"A photo of a multi-directional sign in the sky, pointing towards support, guidance, help, advice, and assistance\" class=\"wp-image-1925\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/02\/crisis.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/02\/crisis-300x150.jpeg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Crisis<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Brief stabilization and connection to next steps for students in crisis. <\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/crisis-intervention\/\">View crisis services details<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/mindful.jpg\" alt=\"A picture taken of a stacked pile of circular rocks on the bank of a body of water on a clear day\" class=\"wp-image-622\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/mindful.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/mindful-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/mindful-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">The Mindful Space<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Pause. Breathe. Relax. Sign up to use our mindfulness space which includes a massage chair, virtual reality equipment, happy lamps, and more. <\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/the-mindful-space\/\">Learn more about The Mindful Space and make a reservation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/training_tile.jpg\" alt=\"A photo of two men having a discussion at a table\" class=\"wp-image-647\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/training_tile.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/training_tile-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/08\/training_tile-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Training<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Prepare for a career as a mental health practitioner in our multidisciplinary training program.<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/training\/\" rel=\"\">View training program details<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Presentation2.jpg\" alt=\"A person stands at a whiteboard presenting to a group of 8 people in chairs\" class=\"wp-image-4054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Presentation2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Presentation2-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/Presentation2-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Presentation Requests<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Reach out to SHAW to request or explore presentation options for your classroom or event.<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wellness-programs\/wellness-program-request\/\">Request presentations<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/04\/pexels-brotin-biswas-158640-518543.jpg\" alt=\"A stack of newspapers sitting on a table\" class=\"wp-image-3910\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/04\/pexels-brotin-biswas-158640-518543.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/04\/pexels-brotin-biswas-158640-518543-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/04\/pexels-brotin-biswas-158640-518543-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Interview Request<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Student or professional journalists and reporters interested in an interview with a SHAW counselor can connect with us here.<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/interview-request-form\/\">Connect with us<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/247-Mental-Health-Support-Line-888-531-2142-800-x-400-px-1.png\" alt=\"UW Mental Health Support 24\/7 Line: 888-531-2142\" class=\"wp-image-4035\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/247-Mental-Health-Support-Line-888-531-2142-800-x-400-px-1.png 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/247-Mental-Health-Support-Line-888-531-2142-800-x-400-px-1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/06\/247-Mental-Health-Support-Line-888-531-2142-800-x-400-px-1-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">UW Mental Health 24\/7 Line<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Crisis and distress support is available for students outside of normal operating hours at SHAW.<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/uw-mental-health-support-24-7\/\">View more about the 24\/7 line<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/02\/pexels-buro-millennial-143808149.jpg\" alt=\"A photo of a man with glasses looking at his laptop on his lap\" class=\"wp-image-2022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/02\/pexels-buro-millennial-143808149.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/02\/pexels-buro-millennial-143808149-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/02\/pexels-buro-millennial-143808149-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Online Self-Help Resources<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Access self-care, mindfulness and topic-based mental health resources.<\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/online-self-help-resources\/\">Access online self-help resources<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/03\/Mantra-Web-Card.png\" alt=\"A photo of the Mantra Health logo on top of Mantra Health text\" class=\"wp-image-2287\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/03\/Mantra-Web-Card.png 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/03\/Mantra-Web-Card-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/03\/Mantra-Web-Card-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Mantra Health<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Mantra Health is a free teletherapy service available to all UW System students. <\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/mantra-health\/\">Learn more about Mantra Health<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/01\/Togetherall_logo.jpg\" alt=\"A photo of the logo of Togetherall\" class=\"wp-image-3265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/01\/Togetherall_logo.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/01\/Togetherall_logo-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2025\/01\/Togetherall_logo-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Togetherall<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">Togetherall is free anonymous 24\/7 online peer support available for UW System students. <\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-card--link\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/togetherall\/\">Learn more about Togetherall<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-p-card uwm-u-mb-40 uwm-p-card--img uwm-p-card--gold\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/01\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4047186.jpg\" alt=\"A medical professional holds a full syringe\" class=\"wp-image-1593\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/01\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4047186.jpg 800w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/01\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4047186-300x150.jpg 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2024\/01\/pexels-karolina-grabowska-4047186-768x384.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><div class=\"uwm-p-card--body\"><div class=\"uwm-p-card--title\">Gender Affirming Care<\/div><div class=\"uwm-p-card--content\">The Student Health and Wellness Center is here to help you through your transition. <\/div><a class=\"uwm-p-modal--launch\" data-modal-prefix-class=\"uwm-p\" data-modal-content-id=\"uwm-modal-gender\" data-modal-close-text=\"Close\" data-modal-close-title=\"Close\" href=\"#\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"uwm-modal-gender\" onclick=\"event.preventDefault()\">View gender affirming care details<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"uwm-modal-casemanagement\" class=\"hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Case Management and Referral Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p class=\"default\">Managing the world of health insurance and healthcare is complicated! SHAW Counseling Services offers case management assistance to students who need mental health resources off campus. The clinical case manager will take time to understand your unique circumstances and will help you understand options at 51ÁÔÆæ and beyond.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a1\">Why Case Management?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Linkage to community mental health resources <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help applying for and navigating health insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connection to 51ÁÔÆæ campus resources for academic, housing and financial support<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Support while reintegrating into campus housing and academic life following a hospitalization<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a2\">Referral Services and Linkage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>SHAW Counseling Clinical&nbsp;Case Management aids students in connecting with resources in the greater Milwaukee area and beyond. Students benefit from referral services when they:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Need specialized or longer-term treatment<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Want to find providers who offer sliding scale or reduced fee services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feel uncomfortable coming to a campus office to receive services for privacy reasons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Would like a therapist that best represents a specific identity and background<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are unsure which resource is best<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Need assistance locating providers who accept their health insurance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"a3\">Students and Hospitalization<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Returning to campus after a short or extended absence can be stressful. The Clinical Case Manager works with other offices at 51ÁÔÆæ and hospital staff to assist the student by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reaching out during the hospital stay and orienting students to SHAW services<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborating about the treatment plan upon discharge from the hospital<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Providing support throughout reintegration into housing and academic life<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.powerapps.com\/play\/e6e81398-b2d8-4f3d-ac9e-20a794e6db1b?tenantId=0bca7ac3-fcb6-4efd-89eb-6de97603cf21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Community Resource Finder<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Use our Community Referral Database to locate local mental health resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dhs.wisconsin.gov\/badgercareplus\/index.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apply for Badger Care Plus<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can apply for BadgerCare Plus, Wisconsin\u2019s state supported health care and benefits program.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"uwm-modal-2pj58x\" class=\"hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the Community Resource Finder? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The community resource finder is a Student Health and Wellness Center database that you can use to find Wisconsin-based mental health resources including therapists, psychiatry services, ADHD\/psychological assessments, and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To use this database, you will need to log in with your 51ÁÔÆæ credentials and password. If you would like someone to help you find resources, please see our case management page for more information. Click the button below to begin searching!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--black uwm-c-button--full uwm-c-button--icon-right uwm-c-button--icon-arrow uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/apps.powerapps.com\/play\/e6e81398-b2d8-4f3d-ac9e-20a794e6db1b?tenantId=0bca7ac3-fcb6-4efd-89eb-6de97603cf21\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Community Resource Finder<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"uwm-modal-counseling1\" class=\"hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Individual Counseling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<p>Individual counseling provides an opportunity to explore and learn about yourself within a confidential, professional relationship. We follow a brief therapy model which is short-term, goal-oriented and solution-focused. Counseling can help through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Allowing open discussion and problem-solving about life stressors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learning stress management, distress tolerance, and general coping techniques<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gaining insight into the interplay of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in your daily life<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Addressing particularly challenging memories or past experiences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identifying aspects of your life you might want to change or improve<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Deepening your understanding of yourself and others and improving your relationships<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the most common reasons students seek counseling include: anxiety (worry, nervousness, insecurity), depression (mood, loneliness, disconnection, guilt), self-esteem, identity concerns, alcohol and drug use\/misuse, body image and eating behaviors, sexual assault or interpersonal violence, and relationship problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-relationship-counseling\">Relationship Counseling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Relationship counseling can be appropriate for partners at any stage in their relationship.&nbsp;Individuals must be eligible 51ÁÔÆæ students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Common reasons for utilizing relationship counseling include: sorting through frequent and challenging arguments, improving communication and communication styles, pre-commitment counseling, and exploration of values, expectations, or cultural differences in your relationship.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>To schedule a counseling appointment, call <strong>414-229-7429, option 2.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"uwm-modal-counseling3\" class=\"hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Group Counseling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-row\">\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Community and belonging start here.<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-buttons--full\">\n<a class=\"uwm-c-button uwm-c-button--full uwm-c-button--icon-right uwm-c-button--icon-arrow uwm-u-mb-20\" href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/group-offerings\/\" rel=\"\">Current Group Offerings <\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Counseling services provide both general interpersonal therapy groups and topic-based groups to support your well-being! Group is designed to help students connect and build community while learning new coping skills in a&nbsp;<strong>safe, supportive, accepting<\/strong>&nbsp;space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through group engagement, students develop increased self-insight and skills to help navigate life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Connectedness<br><\/strong>Having a safe place to talk to others about your concerns. A place that supports acceptance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Universality<br><\/strong>Feeling you\u2019re not alone and realizing that others share the same problems, challenges, fears.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Feedback<\/strong><br>Group is a safe place to learn how you\u2019re perceived by others and a chance to practice being assertive communication by giving others feedback. Group can help you find your voice!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Insight<br><\/strong>A place to learn new perspectives and experiment with new skills and ideas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"980\" height=\"980\" src=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/09\/belonging-ties-icon.png\" alt=\"A image of a circle to illustrate the various aspects that make someone feel like they belong\" class=\"wp-image-970\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/09\/belonging-ties-icon.png 980w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/09\/belonging-ties-icon-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/09\/belonging-ties-icon-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/657\/2023\/09\/belonging-ties-icon-768x768.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 980px) 100vw, 980px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What brings students to Group Counseling?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Students are encouraged to bring concerns big and small to group; If it\u2019s important to you, it\u2019s important in group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Anxiety and depression<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Loneliness and isolation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feeling uncomfortable in social situations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Family stressors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Relationship problems<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Identity and developmental exploration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Academic stress<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dealing with uncomfortable feelings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Grief and loss<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"uwm-l-col uwm-l-col--4 uwm-l-offset--1\">\n<p><strong>A Group Screening is required prior to joining a group. <\/strong>Screening appointments can be scheduled by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Calling SHAW Counseling Services, 414-229-7429<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Emailing the <a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/group-offerings\/\">Topic Group facilitator<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Students Say About Group<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe best part about group was having a safe space to share my feelings when I felt there was nowhere else to share.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cIf you go into group with an open mind, you\u2019ll walk out with so many new experiences and skills.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI learned so much about myself and I\u2019m so happy with the progress I made in group. I can see a positive change in myself.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI had a great experience in group. I really felt listened to and cared about. I would definitely recommend!\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cI was hesitant to join group but I can truly say I\u2019m grateful I did.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"uwm-modal-equity\" class=\"hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Equity &amp; Diversity Statement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At SHAW Counseling Services, we value and respect students of all backgrounds. We appreciate individual differences and strive to honor the unique identities of each person we serve. Our center is an inclusive environment in which all are welcome. Students will be listened to, heard, and supported.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Systems of privilege, power, and oppression can negatively impact students and their mental health and wellbeing. In keeping with our values at the Student Health and Wellness Center and our commitment to health equity, Counseling Services staff prioritize the needs of members of marginalized groups. We believe that expressions of racism, hatred and discrimination in any form are major public health issues and we are committed to building and strengthening relationships across campus and within our community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We recognize that multicultural competence is an open-ended and ongoing mission and we are committed to continuing education, to confronting our own biases, and to challenging each other to grow.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We acknowledge in Milwaukee that we are on traditional Potawatomi, Ho-Chunk and Menominee homeland along the southwest shores of Michigami, North America\u2019s largest system of freshwater lakes, where the Milwaukee, Menominee and Kinnickinnic rivers meet and the people of Wisconsin\u2019s sovereign Anishinaabe, Ho-Chunk, Menominee, Oneida and Mohican nations remain present.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"uwm-modal-training\" class=\"hidden\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Training<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Counseling Services maintains a dual mission: to provide the 51ÁÔÆæ student community with the very best mental health services available; and to mentor and train the next generation of mental health clinicians for careers as therapists. We are currently taking trainees for the following programs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/training\/advanced-social-work-internship\/\">Advanced Social Work Internship<\/a>: Second-year internship placement for MSW students from the Helen Bader School of Social Welfare at 51ÁÔÆæ.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/uwm.edu\/wellness\/counseling\/training\/clinical-fellowship\/\">Clinical Fellowship<\/a>: A multidisciplinary opportunity for post-masters, post-doctoral, or ABD students from psychology, social work, or counseling fields.<\/li>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- \/wp:post-content --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:uwm-blocks\/modal-content {\"randomId\":\"consultation\"} --><\/p>\n<div id=\"uwm-modal-consultation\" class=\"hidden\"><!-- wp:heading --><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Consultation<\/h2>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>SHAW Counseling Services clinical staff are available to consult with faculty, staff, family, and friends who are concerned about the mental wellbeing of a 51ÁÔÆæ student. Within the limits of confidentiality and expertise, we will discuss strategies for addressing concerns and assist in the process of obtaining appropriate assistance for the student.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><strong>We are available for consultation Monday through Friday between 9 am &#8211; 4 pm. 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Students not established with SHAW &#8211; Counseling can start by calling 414-229-7429 option 2 and request to schedule a LOR consultation. You do not need to be in ongoing therapy at SHAW. SHAW aims to reduce barriers and support you in accessing affirming care. If it\u2019s determined that SHAW isn\u2019t the best fit for your needs, we will provide appropriate referrals to community providers.<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:heading {\"level\":3} --><\/p>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-medical-consultations\">Medical Consultations<\/h3>\n<p><!-- \/wp:heading --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>SHAW-Medical offers gender-affirming hormone therapy in a safe, supportive environment. We begin with a 45-minute consultation to discuss your goals, review the risks and benefits, and outline expected physical changes.&nbsp; If you choose to move forward, we\u2019ll schedule a follow-up visit for baseline labs and a brief physical exam.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>Ongoing follow-up visits occur at 6 weeks, 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year, then every 6 to 12 months. Provider visits are covered by your student fees; labs and supplies involve low additional costs, and prescriptions are filled at outside pharmacies.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><!-- \/wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p><!-- wp:paragraph --><\/p>\n<p>We welcome students to begin care with us when possible. 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