Suicide Prevention
At Columbus State, we care about the mental health and well-being of students, staff, and faculty. Suicide impacts people of all ages, incomes, cultures, racial, ethnic, and religious groups in all parts of the country and around the world.
Hope & Help App
Counseling Services is excited to announce that a new and important app is now available for students, staff, and faculty. The Columbus State Hope & Help app provides an additional way to reach students and others who may be considering suicide, provide suicide prevention education for everyone, and link to community resources.
You can find the Columbus State Hope & Help app on both the Apple Store and Google Play Store by searching “Columbus State Hope & Help" or using the following links:
The original app was developed by Lakeland Community College in Kirtland, which granted approval for Columbus State to customize and share with our community.
24/7 Help - Lifeline and 911
To seek help for yourself, or if you are worried about someone who is experiencing
distress and who is at risk of suicide, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). This lifeline is available 24/7. If you are hearing impaired, contact the Suicide
Prevention Lifeline via TTY by calling 1(800) 799-4889.
For immediate help, dial 911.
Help on campus - Columbus State's Counseling Services
Columbus State Counseling Services has licensed mental health professionals able to provide you with help working through an array of mental health and substance abuse issues. They provide a safe and confidential environment where students can receive clinical support.
Counseling Services
614-287-2818
Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Friday, 9:30 am - 4:30pm.
You may also contact the Columbus State Police Department at 614-287-2525 for assistance. More Resources