We’re Here for You
College is a time of growth, discovery, and new experiences — through academics, athletics, the arts, clubs, leadership opportunities, and more.
Along the way, challenges and stress are a normal part of the college experience. The Counseling Center is here to support you.
The Counseling Center provides free, confidential, and nonjudgmental counseling in a welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds and identities.
If you’d like to learn more or connect with support, contact the Student Mental Health and Wellness Counselor. You can also stop by during weekly drop-in hours or schedule an appointment online.
If you are having a life-threatening mental health emergency, call 911 now and they will work with you to get you the help you need.
If you need immediate crisis support, call or text 988, or call the local 24/7 Prairie View crisis hotline for immediate help – (800) 362-0180.
Meet Our Counselor
Liz Rempel, LSCSW, LCAC, graduated from Bethel College with her psychology degree, and from the University of Texas with a Masters of Science degree in Social Work.
Liz completed additional training to be an independently licensed mental health clinician and addiction counselor, and has extensive experience with mental health assessment, diagnosis, brief therapy, crisis intervention, and substance use disorder treatment. From past work experience, Liz understands the healthcare system, and how to link people with what they need.
Liz strives to make the Counseling Center a safe, comfortable, and welcoming space for everyone. She has worked with people from many backgrounds, cultures, languages, and socioeconomic situations to get the help they need, and cares deeply about continuing this work with Bethel students. No matter how big or small the problem, Liz wants to listen carefully and thoughtfully, and help you work through whatever is bothering you.
Who We See & Why
Counseling services are free and available to all students. You can come in for a short consultation, a one-time appointment, or follow up weekly or monthly.
No problem is too small or too big.
- Roommate problems
- Anxiety
- Questioning gender or sexuality
- Procrastination
- Loneliness
- Suicidal thoughts
- Relationship issues with a friend or significant other
- Family stressors
- Sexual assault
- Cultural adjustment
- Financial worries
- Academic problems
- Homesickness
- A problem with a coach or professor
- Trauma
- Depression
- Addiction issues (substances and behaviors)
- And many others
Issues Commonly Referred to Community Resources
Students who need a type of expertise not found through the Bethel College Counseling Center will be referred to see a specialist or expert provider. Counseling staff will support and guide students with connecting with appropriate resources.
- Psychiatric medication management
- Eating disorder treatment from a healthcare team
- Residential or intensive treatment for drugs, alcohol, or other addictions
- Specialized trauma treatment
- Specialized personality disorder treatment
- Intensive treatment or care that is beyond the scope of the academic calendar or the capacity of the Counseling Center
The general guidelines listed above are only intended to serve as a guide. The nature and complexity of presenting concerns and the broader context are considered in making the appropriate treatment recommendation(s).
Make an Appointment
This is a free service available to all Bethel College students. The Counseling staff is here to listen to your concerns and offer guidance and support.
Counseling appointments are available 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The Counseling Center is normally closed 12 noon – 1 p.m. for lunch.
Appointments are 45 minutes.
Can’t find an appointment that works?
If you cannot find an appointment that is soon enough for your needs and works with your schedule, please reach out at <studentwellnesscounselor@bethelks.edu> – and the Counseling Center staff would be happy to look at options for you.
Drop-In Visits
Want to come by for a short check-in instead of scheduling a counseling appointment or have an urgent problem?
- Our drop-in/same day service visits typically last 15-20 minutes.
- You do not need to schedule, just come in!
- Drop-in hours are Tuesday and Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
The Counseling Center is in the basement level of the Will Academic Center, Room #129.
If you are having life-threatening suicidal thoughts or thoughts of harming others, call or text 988, or contact the Prairie View Crisis line for 24/7 help, (800) 362-0180.
What to expect on your first visit
When you arrive, you will find intake forms/paperwork available to fill out. These forms gather some basic information about you, and also inform you about the Center’s policies including things like attendance and confidentiality.
You can sit in the Counseling Center lobby to work on the forms, and your counselor will get you at your appointment time.
You will meet with your counselor in a comfortable, private office so that you may speak confidentially.
During your first session, your Counselor will ask you about why you scheduled an appointment, and then will listen and offer guidance to talk about your concerns. They will learn more about you and your history to inform the plan for how to move forward.
Same Day Service
The Counseling Center offers same day service hours, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 a.m. We call this time Let’s Talk.
Visits are 15-20 minutes. You do not need to schedule before coming in.
Maybe you have a question or concern. Maybe you have an issue that just needs quick guidance. Maybe you want to feel things out before scheduling an appointment.
When you arrive, you will fill out a one-page form before talking with a counselor.