Uwill Mental Health & Wellness Support

UHS Student Mental Health is expanding access to teletherapy with Uwill, which offers students rapid access to free teletherapy. 

  • Choose a therapist based on your preferences (gender, language, ethnicity, focus area) at a time that fits your schedule (day, night, or weekend availability) by video, phone, chat, or message.
  • You can access your therapist no matter where you are located in the world.
  • You can register and book your first 30 minute session in just minutes using your Berkeley email. 
  • First time sessions are video appointments, follow up can be video, phone or chat sessions.

Schedule an Appointment:

 To schedule a 30-minute teletherapy session from anywhere with Uwill: 

  • Create a profile with Uwill.
  • Choose a therapist based on your preferences, including availability, issue, gender, language, and ethnicity.
  • Choose a time that fits your schedule with day, night, and weekend availability. 

If you cannot access content or use website features for Uwill due to a disability, for assistance please call (510) 642-9494 with a description of the web access barrier. We will respond within 1-2 business days.

Uwill Frequently Asked Questions

How does Uwill work?

With Uwill, you can choose a therapist based on your unique needs and preferences (focus area, gender, language, ethnicity), at a time that fits your schedule (day, night, weekend availability), and by the appointment type preferred (video, phone, chat, message).

Who is eligible to use Uwill?

All registered UC Berkeley students (graduate, undergraduate, and professional students) have access to Uwill.

Is it free?

Yes, Uwill is available free of charge.

How can I get started with Uwill?

You can access the Uwill platform by visiting the Uwill website  and completing your profile using your school email address (@berkeley.edu) and current location. After completing your profile, you can schedule an appointment with a therapist of your choosing. Initial meetings on Uwill are video sessions and follow up meetings can be text-based or by phone.

What can a Uwill therapist help me with?

Uwill therapists have a range of specialties and have extensive experience working with students. Many students utilize Uwill to help with mood changes, anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, poor body image, academic challenges, and loneliness, among many other things.

Who are the counselors available on the platform?

The counselors in the Uwill network are all licensed mental health professionals with extensive clinical experience.

Can I change counselors?

Yes, you can change your counselor at any time. 

Which treatment approaches do the counselors utilize?

Counselors available on the Uwill platform take a solutions-oriented, holistic approach to treatment. Uwill therapists aim to work collaboratively with you to help you accomplish your goals through teaching tangible skills. This means that counselors focus on providing specific tools, coping skills, and resources to address the issues you are facing. 

If I am having an emergency, what should I do?

If you are having a mental health crisis, you should call 911 or visit your local emergency room. Other emergency resources:

  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
  • Crisis Text Line: Text "Home" TO 741-741

Can I choose between video, phone, chat, and message-based support?

Yes, Uwill is HIPAA and FERPA compliant which means they follow the strictest privacy guidelines. Uwill will never share your data – even on an anonymized basis – with any third party – without consent. 

What browser is best to access Uwill?

For best performance, we recommend you use the Chrome browser to access the Uwill website

Who do I reach out to for technical assistance?

Uwill provides 24x7 technical support by email at support@uwill.com or by phone at 833-99-Uwill (833-998-9455). 

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Uwill Login Portal

To schedule teletherapy with Uwill: 

  1. Create a profile with Uwill.
  2. Choose a therapist based on your preferences including availability, issue, gender, language, and ethnicity.
  3. Choose a time that fits your schedule with day, night, and weekend availability. You can schedule up to a month in advance.