Crisis Support

If you are thinking about suicide, call Counseling Services at 504-520-7315 or the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) now.

On-Campus Support

For a mental health emergency, same-day consultations are available in Counseling Services, Monday - Friday:  8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, after 5:00 pm - By Appointments Only 

Is your concern appropriate for a crisis appointment? Examples of situations where students should come to Counseling Services for a same-day consultation may include:

• Suicidal thoughts -- considering hurting yourself in some way
• Ideas about harming someone else
• If you have been the victim of sexual assault, violence, crime or other traumatic experience
• If you have been unable to take care of yourself, such as not sleeping or eating for several days (not due to physical illness)

After-Hours Support

Toll-Free National Crisis Lifelines

• National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (8255)
• Trevor  Project - LGBTQ Lifeline: 1-866-488-7386
• RAINN Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
• Domestic Violence National Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

Xavier University Police Department

For any emergencies at any time(24 hours a day), you may call XUPD directly at 504-520-7490.

Contact Us

Office of Counseling Services

St. Joseph Academic & Health Resource Center

Building #13, Room 202

Office: 504-520-7315

Fax: 504-520-7943

Mailing Address

​1 Drexel Drive
P.O. Box D
New Orleans, LA 70125

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM

After 5:00 pm - By Appointments Only

1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Closed for Lunch