PATRICIA B. AND GARY M. HOLLOWAY UNIVERSITY COUNSELING CENTER
The Counseling Center is available to help you with personal and emotional concerns.
With a variety of services and resources, the Counseling Center helps students function optimally with regard to emotional, academic, social and psychological issues.
MAKE AN APPOINTMENT
In-person, individual counseling services are available on-campus to all students, graduate and undergraduate. University Counseling Center telehealth appointments with Villanova University counselors may be available on a limited basis with the caveat that clients must be physically located in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania under Pennsylvania law.
You may schedule an appointment in any of three ways:
- Call 610-519-4050 weekdays between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- Stop by the Counseling Center at our physical location on the Villanova University campus (206 Health Services Building).
- Submit the above form to receive a call from the Counseling Center to schedule your appointment.
You will be offered an appointment time that works with your class schedule. Appointments are usually available within a week of your request.
UWILL: 24/7 TELEHEALTH COUNSELING
Uwill is a leading mental health and wellness solution that allows students the ability to connect quickly with licensed mental health counselors based on their unique needs and preferences.
Uwill provides:
- 24/7 telehealth counseling
- Availability of appointments 24/7
- Counseling services at no cost for students
- A secure and convenient path to clinical services beyond the usual University Counseling Center hours, including evenings and weekends
Video: Dealing with a Traumatic Event
University Counseling Center staff members Sean Dinan, LCSW; Tedd Ricco, PsyD; Nathalie Edmond, PsyD; and Julia Stein, PhD, talk about typical symptoms and responses after a traumatic event and provide some tips for navigating the highs and lows.
Responsible Gambling Information and Resources
College students are three times more likely to experience gambling-related harms than the general population. Learn more about risk factors, warning signs and ways to get help for you or a friend.
SPRING 2026 THERAPY GROUPS
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For more information on any of the groups listed below, please call us at 610-519-4050 or stop by the University Counseling Center located in the Health Services Building.
Hiking and Healing
Enhance your overall wellness: physically, mentally and spiritually. Members can choose to talk during our walks, else, mindfully bask in nature in silence. Hikes will be led by Kap Nayar and Sean Dinan on Friday afternoons
K2TOG: Stitching Together Community
A third space to seek community, respite, and a break from anxious thoughts through the common love of fiber arts. All types of mediums and experience levels welcome. BYO supplies and WIPS. Led by Candice Post at the Counseling Center
LGBTQIA+ Support
Find community and support while on the journey of your sexual identity. Led by Victoria Ostroff at the SUITE
Loss of a Loved One
Experience support and as you endure the grieving process that comes with the loss of a close loved one. Led by Candice Post at the Counseling Center
Roadmaps for Life Transitions
Prepare for life’s transitions by discovering your strengths and values, and learning skills to build resilience and confidence. Led by Julia Stein at the Counseling Center
Substance Use and Recovery
Find support in your decision to change your relationship with substances. Led by Sean Dinan, LCSW, CAADC, at the Counseling Center on Fridays at 11:30
Tales Yet Told
A therapeutic gaming group where students come together to tell stories, build worlds, and connect through tabletop role-playing games like Dungeons & Dragons. Led by Tedd Riccio at the Counseling Center
Wind Down Wednesdays
Stop by for snacks, music, conversation, and relaxation. All students who identify as BIPOC are welcome. Meet in the SUITE in Corr Hall from 5-6:30 every other week starting on Sept 16th.
STUDENT SURVEY
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Contact the Counseling Center at 610-519-4050 to schedule an appointment.
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EMERGENCY CONTACTS
In an emergency, call Villanova Public Safety at 610-519-4444.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: Call 988.