General impression of focus of well-being for students

UARK CAPS appears very inclusive, personalized, and well staffed. Especially impressive are the embedded clinicians in university housing and the ample support for students in recovery.

They have done a great job with outreach via social media channels to increase awareness of supports and events. There are several channels available for students to follow.

Holistic approach is visible throughout all offerings focusing on mental health, wellness, and overall well-being.

When will students get referred out and to whom?

Anything past “short-term” and “specific issue” will result in clinicians assisting for referral options. UARK has their own referral database for outside providers: https://uark.miresource.com/

How many licensed professionals on staff

20 licensed professionals (includes psychologists, mental health clinicians, and directors)

1 Graduate Assistant Counselor in Residence

1 Psychiatrist

3 Substance Education Assessment Resources (SEAR) clinicians

Specific mental health focuses - recovery services, eating disorder, sobriety, etc.

Reclaiming You: A Body Image Group offered.

The Pat Walker Health Center has a Registered Dietitian that provides individualized care for students with eating related struggles.

Self-help resources offered on website focused on body image/disordered eating, substance abuse, LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and many more.

SEAR program: (Substance Education, Assessment, and Recovery): Direct individual and group interventions to students with alcohol, cannabis, and other substance related concerns. Students in recovery will find weekly recovery meetings, peer support and advocacy, sober social events, recovery ally training, and dedicated lounge space. https://health.uark.edu/sear/index.php