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On-Campus Resources
Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)
The Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is the primary mental health provider at UCLA. Students have the option to seek mental health care after completing the health screening process or to attend free support counseling groups at no cost.
Dual Diagnosis Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
The UCLA Dual Diagnosis Program is an 8-week Intensive Outpatient Program that provides daily group therapy, weekly individual therapy, and medication management. It uses evidence-based methods to treat addictive disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
UCLA Mindful
UCLA Mindful promotes well-being and resilience globally through innovative, evidence-based mindfulness programs. These initiatives help individuals and organizations manage stress, enhance health, and foster peace. They also have an app that can be downloaded here through Google Play or the App Store.
RISE center at UCLA
The RISE Center supports Bruins’ well-being through free mental health resources, workshops, and consultations. With a dedicated staff, the center provides a restorative space that fosters resilience, authenticity, and daily mental wellness practices. Programs are offered both in the center and collaboratively across campus to create accessible and inclusive support for all students.
CRP and Bruins 4 Recovery
The Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) at UCLA’s Bruin Resource Center offers support for students recovering from substance use disorders through advocacy, education, academic and financial assistance, and sober social events. Bruins for Recovery (B4R), a student group, hosts both on-campus and virtual recovery meetings, sober hangouts, and creates supportive spaces for students in recovery.
WAZO Connect
Wazo is a student organization at UCLA dedicated to enhancing mental health on college campuses. Complementing university psychological services, offering a 6-week mentorship program where students in need are paired with a trained mentor. Each quarter, students can also participate in four Wazo Wellness activities.
LA County Resources
LA Department of Mental Health (@lacdmh)
The Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health (LACDMH) provides a wide range of mental health services focused on hope, recovery, and well-being, especially for vulnerable populations. LACDMH offers services such as crisis intervention, therapy, and peer support in diverse settings. The department ensures care for low-income individuals and those with severe mental health needs, supporting community integration and offering sliding fee options for affordable access.
Access line: (800) 854-7771
Text: “LA” to 741741
Headspace
Headspace provides accessible, lifelong mental health support through evidence-based meditation, mindfulness tools, coaching, therapy, and psychiatry. Guided by values like member focus and truth-seeking, it fosters daily well-being with meditation, sleepcasts, and focus exercises via the Headspace app. Headspace also offers a human-centered care model for enterprises, combining mental health resources under one roof. Their team of experts, from clinicians to data scientists, aims to improve health and productivity worldwide. There is a free 14-day trial. After 14 days, $5.83 USD per month, billed annually at $69.99/year. You don’t have to be an LA County resident for a subscription.