Personal Counseling

Counseling Services

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    Bridget Hall, LSW
Counselor
Room B125
Phone: 814-262-6467
Email: bhall@pennhighlands.edu
Click here to schedule an appointment (Phone, Zoom or in-person appointments can be arranged) 
 

Feeling overwhelmed? 

Struggling to find a balance of fun, friends, and relaxation and still having time to accomplish all your coursework? Reach out for support. 

Counseling Services are available to help you deal with issues in your personal life that may negatively affect your academic achievement.  We want you to succeed and welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your concerns.
 
Typical problems that can be addressed in a brief session include: stress, test anxiety, bereavement, sexual assault, pregnancy, relationship problems, financial difficulties, poor grades, substance abuse, and traumatic experiences.
 
 
 
Primary Office Location: Student Success Center, Room B125 Richland 
* The Counselor does travel to all center locations during semester. 
 
Appointments: Call 814-262-6451 (Main Student Success Center) or 814-262-6467 (Office #)for an appointment or simply stop in the office:
Zoom, in-person telephone counseling available pending Counselor availability.
Student Success Center  Hours: Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Friday 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
*Counselor hours vary week to week. Reach out via email or phone or stop in the Success Center to schedule an appointment. 
 
Fees:  Counseling is free for registered students
 
Services Available: Only short-term counseling is available.  Referrals to outside agencies can be made for problems requiring medical intervention or an extensive number of sessions.
 
Privacy: Everything you discuss with your counselor is confidential.  There are limits to confidentiality that can be discussed with the Counselor. Your contacts with us will never become a part of your academic record. 
 
Limits to Confidentiality include: 
  1. If there is evidence that the student poses a clear and imminent danger to self
  2. If the student threatens to harm others, including death, assault or other physical harm.
  3. Suspicion or evidence of abuse or neglect of anyone under the age of 18, elderly, or person with a disability.
  4. A legitimate subpoena or court order is received.
  5. If the client signs a release of information form allowing the Counselor to provide specific information regarding counseling sessions to specific parties.
  6. The Counselor may consult with the Student Success Center Staff, when appropriate, in order to provide the highest quality care. 
 
 
 
If you are viewing this page on the myPEAK app, you can go to the desktop version of myPEAK to find additional community resources and mental health information.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you find that you need to self-quarantine due to COVID-19, review this attachment to seek the resources available here at Penn Highlands to help you stay connected. 

Emergency/After-Hours Help

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24/7 Resources:

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline                      988 (call or text)
Veterans Crisis Line                           988 (Press 1)
Crisis Text Line                                  Text "Start" to 741-741
 
Blair County Crisis Intervention           1-814-889-2141 (choose option 1)
Cambria County Crisis Intervention     9-8-8  
Fulton County Crisis Intervention        1-866-918-2555
Huntingdon County Crisis Intervention 1-800-929-9583
Somerset-Bedford Crisis Intervention  1-866-611-6467
 
 
 
Pennsylvania Child Abuse Hotline        1-800-932-0313
 
National Sexual Assault Hotline          800-656-HOPE (4673) 
Victim Services 24-hour Hotline         1-800-755-1983
Women's Help Center                        1-814-536-5361
 
Overdose Survivor Hotline                 1-814-269-4700
Substance Abuse Hotline                   1-800-662-4357
 
Trevor Project    (LGBTQIA?+)              1-866-488-7386
Trans Lifeline                                    877-565-8860
 
If imminent danger exits, call 911 for help.
 
Mental Health Resources for Pennsylvania: https://www.pa.gov/guides/mental-health/\
 
 

 

 

 

Local Community Resources

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  • Support Groups, Toll Free Numbers, Community Resources

    There are many community resources found throughout Pennsylvania for additional resources; reach out to 211 by calling 2-1-1 or online at https://pa211central.info/ for referrals to other community resources. PA 2-1-1 is provided by the United Way. 

     

    Highlands Health (Johnstown Free Medical Clinic): https://www.highlandshealthclinic.com/

     

    Homelessness Resource: https://findingyourwayinpa.com/

     

    Veterans, Make the Connection: https://www.maketheconnection.net/
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Addiction Prevention/Treatment Resources

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  • Resources

    Substance use disorders (the use of drugs and/or alcohol) can affect all individuals; approximately 22 million individuals nationwide suffer from this condition. Countless others are affected indirectly as family members or friends of individuals with a substance abuse problem.

    The problems caused by substance abuse have now reached epidemic proportions, creating overwhelming pain, suffering, and expense for individuals, families, and employers.  Anyone suffering with the problem of substance abuse is strongly encouraged to seek assistance from the services provided at the college or from local community agencies. Early identification of substance abuse is important in the rehabilitation process, signs include:

    • Sudden change in behavior
    • Mood swings; irritable & grumpy and then suddenly happy & bright
    • Withdrawal from family members
    • Careless about personal grooming
    • Loss of interest in hobbies, sports, and favorite activities
    • Changed sleeping pattern; up at night & sleeps during the day
    • Red/glassy eyes
    • Sniffly/runny nose

    If you or someone you know are experiencing signs/symptoms of substance abuse and would like assistance initiating recovery, counseling services are available at Pennsylvania Highlands Community College free of charge. Located within the Student Success Center, the counselor also has available resources regarding local and national organizations that focus on recovery from addiction.

     

    Online Resources: Start Your Recovery & Help.org

    Online AA: https://aa-intergroup.org/meetings/
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    Bedford County

    https://www.bedfordcountypa.org/county_resources/index.php

     

    https://personalsolutionsinc.org/about/bcdapp/

     

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    Blair County

    https://www.blairdap.org/

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    https://www.cambriadrugandalcohol.com/

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    https://franklincountypa.gov/index.php?section=human-services_drug-alcohol

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    Huntingdon County

    http://www.tricountydrugandalcohol.com/contactus.php

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    Somerset County

    https://www.somersetsca.com/

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    Commonly Abused Drugs

    Resource from National Institute on Drug Abuse

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Resources

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  • Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Resources

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    Victim Services

    Victim Services, Inc.(Cambria & Somerset Counties)- Toll Free: 1-800-755-1983

    • Cambria County- Tel: 814-288-4961
    • Somerset County - Tel: 814-443-1555
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    Family Services, Inc. (Blair County)

    Family Services, Inc. (Blair County) - Crime Victim Services Hotline: 1-800-500-2849

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    The Abuse Network (Huntingdon County)

    The Abuse Network (Huntingdon County) - Tel: 1-888-810-2444

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    No More

    Check out this website (http://nomore.org/)  to join the movement to end domestic violence and sexual assault.

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  • Domestic Violence Awareness & Prevention Resources

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    Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence

    Pennsylvania Coalition Against Domestic Violence

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  • Building Healthy Relationships

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    Love Is Respect .org

    On this website you can find quizzes, information and other downloadable resources to discover and build a healthy relationship.

     

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  • Human Trafficking Resources

    Hotline/Text Line Resources:

    Text: BeFree to 233733

    Hotline: 1-888-373-7888
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  • Getting Ready for College

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    Set to Go

    Set to Go is a helpful tool to balance the transition to college from high school as well as to transition on to young adulthood.

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  • Self-Care Resources

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  • Stress Management Resources

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  • Helpful Apps

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  • Mental Health Resources Online

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    Buddy Project

    "Buddy Project™ is a non-profit movement that aims to prevent suicide and self-harm by pairing people as buddies and raising awareness for mental health."

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    What is Mental Health?

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    "Let's talk about it"

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    OK2TALK

    "It's time we talk about mental health. Share what's on your mind."

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    PA 2-1-1

    Get connected. Get Help. 

    Resources include, but not limited to:

    Housing

    Utilities

    Food

    Health

    Employment & Expenses

    Mental Health

     

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    Mental Health Resource Center

    "The Jed Foundation’s Mental Health Resource Center provides essential information about common emotional health issues and shows teens and young adults how they can support one another, overcome challenges, and make a successful transition to adulthood."

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  • Gaming Addiction Support

    Resources for those concerned about a gaming addiction
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  • Resources for Student Parents

    Name Description Status Source
    Find Child Care PA

    Follow this link to access the state database of child care providers: 

    www.findchildcare.pa.gov 

     

    Individuals can search the database based off of addresses (i.e. home or work address) to find the provider that is most convenient. 

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  • LGBTQIA+ Resources

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    Online LGBTQ+ Support/Counseling Group

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