Counseling Services
Counseling Services is here to help you resolve personal concerns that may interfere with your academic progress, social development and satisfaction at Simpson. Free individual, group and couples counseling for all Simpson students is available as well as prevention and consultation services for the college community.
In Case of Emergency
Simpson Counseling Services (515) 961-1332 |
Simpson Campus Security (515) 961-1711 |
Iowa Lutheran Hospital (515) 263-5120 |
Mercy Medical Center (515) 247-3121 |
Crisis Observation Center (515) 564-5742 |
National Suicide Hotline (800) 273-8255 |
Statewide Crisis Line (800) 332-4224 |
About Counseling Services
Things to know about counseling provided by Simpson College Counseling Services
- We are continuing with any current clients who wish/are able to do so and WILL BE TAKING NEW CLIENTS throughout the rest of the academic year.
- If you would like, we are also happy to assist with referrals to services in your home community.
- Sessions remain confidential.
- Initial sessions will still be 30-45 minutes, regular sessions will be 45-50 minutes.
- If you would like to schedule a session, we will send you links to paperwork for you to complete prior to your session or when you arrive early for your session.
Free counseling available to students dealing with
- Difficulty with friends, roommates, or family members
- Depression and anxiety
- Sexual identity
- Lack of motivation or difficulty relaxing, concentrating or studying
- Eating disorders
- Substance abuse
- Sexual assault and sexual abuse recovery
- Uncertainties about personal values and beliefs
- Other issues impacting a student’s life and academic performance
Additional Counseling Information
Employee and Family Resources
On-Site Services
- A Therapist will be on campus from 8am-2pm on Fridays through the end of May Term beginning on 2/11
- Connect with one or both of these services by calling 800-327-4692
Central Iowa Crisis Services
- 24/7 Crisis line- 855-581-8111
- Chat and text line available Monday-Friday 9am-3pm.
- www.yourlifeiowa.org or text 855-895-9398
UnityPoint Behavioral Health Urgent Care
- Therapist and psychiatric medication providers on site.
- Monday-Friday 9am-5pm- Walk in only
1250 E. 9th St. Des Moines, 50316
515-263-2632
- Monday-Friday 9am-5pm- Walk in only
Need assistance? Contact us!
Jenny Vargas
- Director of Counseling Services
Ashley Parker
- Mental Health Counselor
- counseling.services@simpson.edu
- 515-961-1332
- Kent Campus Center, 2nd Floor