Counseling & Psychological Services

CAPS Mission Statement

The mission of Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is to develop and provide services that promote emotional, social, intellectual, and cultural well-being for all Florida Gulf Coast University students.

Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) provides counseling for students in times of stress, and encourages them to ask for help with their most immediate concerns. Our staff is experienced in dealing with deeper developmental and psychological issues ranging from stress and depression to substance abuse and eating disorders. All concerns are addressed with sensitivity to and respect for diversity and individuality. We maintain the strictest standards of privacy and confidentiality, and serve as a resource to the entire FGCU community.

If you are an FGCU student in immediate distress outside of normal business hours (evenings, weekends, and holidays) who would like to speak with a mental health professional can call the CAPS help line: 239-745-EARS (3277).

Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

Location: Student and Community Counseling Center building (3rd floor)

Website: www.fgcu.edu/caps

Togetherall - Togetherall is an online peer-to-peer mental health community that empowers students to anonymously seek and provide support. Students also have access to a variety of self-directed courses, self-assessments, journals, and articles.

Meet Our Team: CAPS Staff

Jon Brunner, Ph.D – Director of CAPS

Allison Jedinak, PsyD - Assistant Director of Clinical Services

Julie Rego, Ed.D, LMHC – Director of Outreach and Prevention

Laura Wright, Ph.D – Training Director

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