Welcome to CAPS
Welcome to Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Housed within the Division of Student Affairs and with offices on both the Evanston and Chicago campuses, CAPS serves as the primary mental health service at Northwestern University. CAPS provides a set of core services, including clinical services, educational workshops, and consultation with faculty, staff, and parents. CAPS' mission is to assist all students in developing healthy minds and balanced lives, allowing them to overcome obstacles and achieve their academic and personal goals.
Upcoming Programs
For more details and information on all of our upcoming events and workshops, check out our events calendar.
News and Updates
The horrific events that have come to light at Penn State University in recent days have shocked not only that campus but the nation. We unite with the Penn State community in raising awareness about the insidious and immediate and long term consequences of child abuse and neglect on victims, their families, our society, and future generations. CAPS encourages all Northwestern community members to learn more about these issues, how you can recognize signs that abuse/neglect are happening, and what you can do to help. See some helpful links below and wear a blue ribbon like the one in the picture here, to show that you support raising awareness and stopping abuse and/or neglect wherever they occur.
How to Make An Appointment
For services on both the Evanston and Chicago campuses, please call (847) 491-2151 to schedule an initial phone consultation with a counselor. The phone consultation lasts approximately 15 minutes and will usually occur on the same day you call. The counselor will collect some information from you and help connect you with the services most appropriate for your needs. You may be scheduled for an intake at CAPS or connected with other resources on campus and/or in the community.
Please contact us for additional information about our clinical services.
Requests for Campus Presentations/Outreach & Media Interviews
- Fill out the CAPS Request for Presentations and Outreach Form
- Fill out the CAPS Request for Media Interviews Form