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Counseling Services

Counseling Services at the Engle Center

Counseling services are available free of charge to full-time undergraduate students.

Our Hours

  • Monday - Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • No counseling or health visits take place over the 12-1 lunch hour.
  • One crisis walk-in counseling visit is available per day.

In-Person Appointments

In-person sessions at the Engle Center for Counseling and Health Services are available by appointment only.

Students can make an appointment Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 am - 5:00 pm by calling (717) 796-5357 or by walking into the Engle Center to schedule. 

TimelyCare Telehealth 

TimelyCare, a respected telehealth (video/phone) platform tailored to College/University Students with whom Messiah partners provides students two counseling options:

  • TalkNow: Talk with a Masters level Mental Health Professional via video or phone within 4 minutes anytime of the day or night (24/7 from anywhere) by choosing TalkNow here: TimelyCare or downloading the TimelyCare app on your phone.
    • Unlimited free sessions to all MU full-time undergraduate students
  • Scheduled Counseling: Choose from a variety of licensed providers by choosing Scheduled Counseling here: TimelyCare or downloading the TimelyCare app on your phone.
    • 12 free sessions annually to all MU full-time undergraduate students

Additional Counseling Resources

We've compiled a list of licensed therapists in our local community. These off-campus practices accept most insurance and are an option available to students if they would better suite your needs.

Local Recommended Counseling Practices