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Mental health support for CLC students

CAPS provides culturally responsive clinical services to CLC students, contributing to their academic, personal, and professional success. We provide an array of services to meet student mental health needs through a lens of cultural humility and an individualized, student-focused approach.

All clinical services are provided by licensed mental health professionals, and are available to currently enrolled students for no charge.

Phone: (847) 543-2032
Email: CAPS.Info@clcillinois.edu
Location: Room A151, Grayslake Campus
Hours: Monday & Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Need emergency help after hours?

Outside of regular CAPS hours, please call or text 988. This will connect you with a trained counselor through the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. Visit 988 website to learn more. (Línea 988 de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis)

Additional FREE Support is available through the following organizations:

Lake County Crisis Care: (847) 377-8088
Lake County Text-A-Tip: Download “Lake County Help” App, Select the “24/7 Text-A-Tip” Hotline where you will send a message to a dedicated number and receive an immediate response from a licensed clinician while remaining anonymous.
Crisis Text Line: Text TALK to 741-741
The Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ): (866) 488-7386
A Safe Place 24 Hour Helpline: (847) 249-4450
Suicide Loss Helpline: (800) 646-7322

Contact CAPS

Phone: (847) 543-2032
Email: CAPS.Info@clcillinois.edu
Location: Room A151, Grayslake Campus
Hours: Monday & Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

We serve all three campuses at CLC. Call CAPS to inquire about hours and locations at Lakeshore and Southlake Campuses. In-person and Zoom appointments available. Evening hours may vary around holidays and during intersession, so please call or visit CAPS to confirm the hours of operation.

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Mental health matters

All CLC students have access to free, short-term counseling services tailored based on their needs and comfort level. Watch the video about Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) on YouTube

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