Counseling

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects an estimated 5 percent of college-aged adults. The principal characteristics of ADHD are difficulties with attention and sometimes hyperactivity and/or impulsivity.

Faculty and Staff Mental Health Training

January 7, 2021
Fall 2021 Schedule Suicide Awareness Training Over the last few years, you may have become acquainted with the Look for the Signs App (for students) and the Mental Health Handbook for faculty, staff, and GSIs to assist you in helping someone in distress. One component of that help is understanding when a student may be in danger of suicide. Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) would like to offer you...

Career Counseling Staff

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My Career Development Steps

Research shows that identifying a goal gives energy and direction to one’s efforts. And having a flexible plan can facilitate action, and help you see your progress.

My Career Development Steps is a fillable PDF template for capturing and tracking action steps toward your career goals. Use it to create and adapt a flexible plan as your ideas and plans develop. Refer to it regularly to recognize your progress and stay on track.

1. Download the PDF file. NOTE:...

Faculty/Staff Career Programs

Career Counseling Library The Career Counseling Library maintains an extensive reference library to explore potential directions in the world of work through job search books, web resources, and the use of computerized career guidance systems. Assistance with researching and accessing information is available from Career Library staff. Career Development Workshops

Workshops on various aspects of Career Development.

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Student Mental Health

Resources

Mental Health Resources for UC Berkeley students

There are many resources to help your emotional wellness that include on-campus, off-campus, online, and community-specific resources. Not sure where to get started? Check out the resources in each of the sections below or visit our Getting Started page to help orient you to a few of our resources.

About CAPS

Resources in response to Las Vegas tragedy

October 2, 2017

We are deeply saddened by the tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada on October 1, 2017. We recognize that this may be a very difficult time for many of our students and other campus community members with connections to Las Vegas. During this time, we encourage you to reach out for support as well as extend support to others. If you or anyone you know are experiencing distress related to this event, University Health Services is here to provide a safe and confidential environment to discuss this with a professional.

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CAPS Commitment to Diversity

November 15, 2019
Changes in our country are happening rapidly. Recent acts of violence, increases in hate crimes, discrimination against marginalized communities, changes to national policies, and the current political climate have caused many students to experience distress, regardless of their political viewpoint.