At Houston City College, your well-being matters. Our Mental Health Support services offer confidential, student-centered counseling and tools designed to help you manage stress, build resilience, and succeed. Discover care that’s compassionate, convenient, and here for you — every step of the way.

Feeling overwhelmed? You’re not alone. HCC provides accessible mental health resources, from licensed counselors to online support tools, so you can find balance and confidence. Take the first step toward greater emotional wellness and academic success with a team that cares.

Unlock your potential with support that strengthens your mind as much as your goals. HCC's Mental Health Support empowers students with personalized guidance, coping strategies, and community resources — all designed to help you thrive in school and in life. Your best self starts here.

Talking to a Friend or Family Member about Mental Health

Opening the door to begin a conversation can really help. Not sure where to start? Try one of these opening lines to help make starting the conversation easier by SeizetheAwkward.org.

Other Resources:

Online Resources for College Mental Health

Jed Foundation has a comprehensive, confidential, online resource center for college students, faculty, and staff regarding mental and emotional health. Active Minds is the nation’s premier nonprofit organization supporting mental health awareness and education for students.

Crisis or Mental Health Emergency

If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 9-1-1 for immediate assistance.

If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 9881-800-273-8255, Text “TALK” to 741741, WhatsApp, or Chat @ Crisistextline.org

  • Disaster Distress Helpline (1-800-985-5990 24/7 or Text "TalkWithUS" to 66746)
  • Crisis Intervention of Houston (832-416-1177 24/7)
  • The Veterans Crisis Line supports Veterans in crisis and their families and friends through a confidential toll-free hotline, online chat or text. Veterans and their loved ones can call 1-800-273-8255 and Press 1, or send a text message to 838255 to receive confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
  • Trans Lifeline 1-877-565-8860, is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to the well-being of transgender people. We run a hotline staffed by transgender people for transgender people. Trans Lifeline volunteers are ready to respond to whatever support needs members of our community might have.

Report Concerning/Threatening Behavior or Report a Crime

Additionally, HCC Counselors encourage students who witness a crime or are a victim of a crime to contact HCC police at 713-718-8888. If students are off-campus and need immediate police assistance, they should dial 911.

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Domestic Abuse/Stalking

 

Eating Disorder

Human/Sex Trafficking Help

National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888

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Counseling - Upcoming Workshops & Events

Information Session

Alcohol Awareness Mocktails and AVDA

  • April 7, 2026
  • 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm CDT
  • HCC Stafford Campus-Learning Hub, 9910 Cash Rd, Stafford, TX 77477
Information Session

Alcohol Awareness Mocktails and AVDA

  • April 7, 2026
  • 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm CDT
  • Stafford Campus-Learning Hub, 9910 Cash Rd, Stafford, TX 77477
Information Session

Alcohol Awareness Mocktails

  • April 8, 2026
  • 11:00 am - 1:00 pm CDT
  • HCC West Loop Counseling Hallway, 5601 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77081

Contact Us

HCC Cares

Director of Counseling and Ability Services

3100 Main Street , Houston, TX 77002