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Suicide Threats and Psychological Emergencies

If you are in danger or feel threatened, call 911 or contact Campus Public Safety

The following resources are available to students, faculty, and staff:

Student Crisis Counseling

DeLand Campus

If you are a student experiencing a mental health crisis:

  • Weekdays 8 am - 12 pm or 1 pm - 4:30 pm, please call 386.822.8900 or come to Student Counseling Services.
  • After hours, call WellConnect at 386.822.8900 or 833-848-1765 to speak with an on-call counselor.

In case of a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

Additional emergency information is also available at the Student Counseling: In Case of Emergency Website

Gulfport Campus

If you are a student experiencing a mental health crisis:

During Business Hours

  • Counseling Services Office: 727-562-7575, [email protected]
  • Located in the Office of Student Affairs (2nd floor of the Student Center)
  • Public Safety Office: 727-562-7800 ext. 7949

Evenings, Weekends, or University Holidays:

  • WellConnect on-call counselor: 833-848-1765
  • Gulfport Campus After Hours and Emergency: 727-343-1262
  • Tampa Law Center After Hours and Emergency: 727-420-8868

In case of a medical or life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.

Additional information can be found at Stetson Law - Campus Life Website

Faculty/Staff Assistance

  • If a faculty or staff member is concerned about the emotional well-being of a Stetson University student, contact Student Counseling Services during regular office hours. During evenings and weekends, contact the on-call counselor by calling Public Safety.
  • If a faculty or staff member is experiencing a mental health crisis or is concerned about a friend or family member in emotional distress, contact the Stewart-Marchman Act Behavioral Healthcare Hotline at 800-539-4228. The caller will speak with trained staff specializing in working with families, loved ones, and professionals seeking assistance for a person in need. This service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • For non-emergency calls, Stetson University offers independent and confidential counseling services for all permanent employees and their dependents through our E.A.P. provider – Aetna Resources for Living - at 800-272-7252. The caller will speak with a member advocate and may be transferred to a licensed counselor. Employees can also contact us through the Resources for Living portal (username: STET, password: STET).