Maine College of Art & Design counselors are committed to helping students achieve their personal and academic goals and enhance their self-understanding. They provide students with support and encouragement in a non-judgmental, caring setting, where diversity is respected and celebrated.
Wellness programming and opportunities are offered intermittently throughout the academic year at Maine College of Art & Design. Individual counseling sessions are available to students for recurring and as needed mental health support, and to help connect students to resources within the community. To schedule a counseling session, book a time on the calendar below or email counseling@meca.edu. These emails are directed to Emma Gifford, Assistant Director of Counseling & Wellness.
Some reasons students seek counseling:
- Anxiety and stress
- Adjustment problems
- Depression
- Disordered eating
- Grief and loss
- LGBTQIA+ issues
- Relationship problems
- Substance use/misuse
Counseling Services:
- Mental health assessment
- Individual counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Consultation with members of the College community, family, providers
- Psychoeducation
- Referrals to appropriate resources and local providers
During a mental health emergency, you may do any of the following, depending on the nature and severity of your concern:
- If you live on campus, consult a Resident Advisor: 207-210-7758
- You can also consult the MECA&D Professional On-Call: 207-671-8869
- To file an Alert about a student of concern, please go to this form.
- Call the Maine Crisis Line (Opportunity Alliance): 888-568-1112 (Or use Live Chat Online)
- Walk to the Spurwink Crisis Center – The Living Room
📍 62 Elm Street, Portland, ME
📞 207-535-2096 - Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
- Text the National Crisis Textline: Text HOME to 741741
- Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room if needed
Additional Supports:
Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence:
- Southern Maine Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-313-9900
- Domestic Violence – Through These Doors: 800-537-6066
LGBTQIA+ Support:
- Trans Lifeline: 877-565-8860 (run by and for trans people)
- The Trevor Project: 866-488-7386
- LGBT National Help Center: 888-843-4564
- Thrive Lifeline: 313-662-8209
BIPOC Support:
- Blackline: Call or text 800-604-5841
Non-Emergent Mental Health Support:
- Maine Warmline: 866-771-9276
- Wildflower Alliance: 888-407-4515 (Available Mon–Thurs 7–9 PM, Fri–Sun 7–10 PM)
- Project LETS (Involuntary/Psychiatric Hospitalization Support): Textline: 401-400-2905