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Mental health and wellness services at Minnesota West provide a range of free and confidential options to address problems related to personal, social, educational, and mental health concerns. The goal is to provide support to students to increase academic success and personal wellness. Services are offered in-person, by phone, or virtually using zoom.
Reasons to see a mental health and wellness specialist might include any of the following:
- Academic warning/probation/suspension
- Anxiety
- Anger management
- Depression and suicidal thoughts
- Drug/alcohol use
- Eating problems/body image
- Grief and loss
- Health and wellness
- Past or present abuse (physical, emotional, sexual)
- Relationship concerns (interpersonal skills, sexual orientation, conflict resolution)
- Spirituality
- Stress management
- Time management
- Transition ot college (shousing, transportation)
Appointments can be made by following this link to Book an Appointment.
Additional Resources
Kathy Gruis is our Mental Health & Wellness Coordinator and is a licensed professional clinical counselor and can assist students from every campus, as well as online, with situations from stress management to anxiety and depression. Kathy is also an educator and provides students tools and skills on how to manage life and college and is available to meet in person, over the phone, or through zoom.
Kathy Gruis, MA, LPCC
Main Office Location – 276
Worthington Campus
507-372-3451
kathy.gruis@mnwest.edu
Alcohol and Other Drugs Prevention Program
Federal regulations (The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989) require all higher education institutions to provide information regarding alcohol and drugs.
Wellness Wednesdays!
During the Academic Year, join us on for Wellness Wednesdays!
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View the presentation Breathe Summer Break is Near
Disclaimer
The information contained on this site is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace discussions with a healthcare professional or doctor. Only a qualified healthcare professional or medical doctor can make a diagnosis or determine a treatment plan.