7 Chapter 7 Embrace Holistic Wellness
Introduction
This chapter aims to provide the tools and resources to support your holistic wellness. In this chapter, you will:
- Assess your life balance situation
- Become mindful of the benefits of self-care and your academic success
- Recognize the physical and emotional signs of stress
- Create an effective support group
- Learn about UTRGV health resources
Self Care
Let’s see what it means to take care of ourselves through Self Care, different aspects of self-care, and a few more resources:
Click the links below to open up the presentation for nutrition, sleep, exercise, emotional and financial health, and more.
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Below are resources also available at UTRGV that one can tap into for different needs; you may not need them at this time, but it is a good idea to know what is available if the need arises:
Health Services, Department of Campus Auxiliary Services
The main goal of Health Services is to meet student healthcare needs. Office visits are free of charge. The health services clinics provide the same services as a family doctor and much more.
Health Services Clinic, Brownsville: Cortez Hall, Suite 237, Brownsville, Texas 78520; Phone: (956) 882-3896
Health Services Clinic, Edinburg: 613 North Sugar Road, Edinburg, Texas 78539; Phone: (956) 665-2511
Email: healthservices@utrgv.edu
Counseling Center
The Counseling Center provides free and confidential counseling services for UTRGV students to address mental and emotional health concerns and seeks to promote personal growth and well-being among our campus community through education and outreach activities.
Brownsville: BSTUN 2.10; Phone: (956) 882-3897
Edinburg: EUCTR 109; Phone: (956) 665-2574
Email: counseling@utrgv.edu
Website: https://www.utrgv.edu/counseling/
Mental Health Services
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UTRGV Counseling Center
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Services: Consultation, Individual, and group counseling. Mental Health Screenings, Presentations, training, and workshops for classrooms and other groups; Referrals to other health, social, and academic services, & suicide prevention gatekeeper training for UTRGV students
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Locations:
Brownsville, Student Union 2.10
(956) 882-3897
Edinburg, University Center 109
(956) 665-2574
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Counseling & Training Clinic at UTRGV
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Programs/Services: Mental health counseling services for any member of the general community six years of age and older. Services are unavailable for current UTRGV students, faculty, or staff.
Fee: Free for students, staff, faculty
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Address: 1201 W. University Dr. EEDUC 1.270
City: Edinburg, Texas
Phone: (956) 665-5251
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UTRGV Collegiate Recovery Program
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Services: The Collegiate Recovery Program supports students in recovery from addictions. The program offers hope and support to help you achieve your recovery goals so that your time at the university is one of success and pride.
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Locations:
Brownsville, Student Union 2.10
(956) 882-3897
Edinburg, University Center 102
(956) 665-2574
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UTRGV Employee Health Services Clinic
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Services: UT Health RGV Employee Health offers comprehensive medical care for UTRGV employees, including a wide range of health and wellness services, including counseling. $10 Copay (UTRGV Faculty & Staff Only)
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Location:
Edinburg, 1214 W. Schunior St.
(956) 296-1731
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UTRGV Military and Veteran Success Center Student Support
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Services: To assist student veterans, guardsmen, reservists, and military family members in pursuing educational goals. The Military and Veterans Success Center (MVSC) is a liaison between students receiving military educational benefits and the Department of Veteran Affairs.
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Locations:
Brownsville – Cavalry Hall 104
956-882-8980
Edinburg – University Center 113
956-665-7934
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UTRGV Multi-specialty Clinic
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Services: Mental health, psychotherapy, health psychology, and behavioral services are offered. They include assessment, consultation, and treatment for substance abuse, mood and anxiety disorders, PTSD, schizophrenia and related disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosomatic disorders, and major depressive disorder.
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Location:
Harlingen, 2106 Treasure Hills Blvd. #1.326
(956) 296-1519
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UTRGV Vaquero Crisis Line
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Services: The Vaqueros Crisis Line is a 24/7 confidential* helpline for enrolled UTRGV students experiencing an emotional crisis that may include suicidal thinking, thoughts of harming themselves or others, confusion, panic, or otherwise feeling distressed. A trained counselor will be available on the line to assist.
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UTRGV Vaquero Crisis Line
(956) 665-5555
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