Mental Health

When stressors and/or problems become too diffiuclt for you to handle on your own or with your natural support system, it is time to ask for help.  The Mental Health Specialists can help students identify problems and teach and refine coping strategies.  Some common problems may include, but are not limited to:

• Depression
• Suicidal thoughts
• Anxiety
• Difficulty adjusting to changes in your life
• Stress and/or time management
• Interpersonal problems
• Problems in relationships
• Grief and Loss
• Sexual assault
• Family conflict
• Sexual orientation and/or idenity concerns
• Concerns around eating
• Concerns about alcohol and/or substance use

• Butte College Police
  If you have been a victim of a crime, worried about your safety, or are concerned you or someone else may be a danger to yourself or others, Butte College Police is available to support you. 
• Title IX
  Title IX is available to support you if you or another campus community member is experiencing, or has experienced, discrimination or harassment, sexual assault, dating or domestic violence, or stalking. The Title IX Coordinator will inform you of your rights and options and will provide appropriate supportive measures to help you to continue to thrive at Butte College.
• Roadrunner Hub
  The Roadrunner Hub Basic Needs Resource Center is a network of people and programs that offer students food and housing resources to limit the barriers to their educational goals and success.
• Extended Opportunity Programs & Services (EOPS)
  EOPS assists students in the development of their potential ability through academic support and financial assistance. The services of EOPS are designed to give students individualized attention and support to improve their chances for success.
• Disabled Student Program & Services (DSPS)
  DSPS provides support for students who may need academic accommodations and adjustments in order to have more access to their education.
• Counseling & Advising
  Counselors through Counseling & Advising are available to help you find the right level of classes and assist you in designing a short or long-term educational plan. Students can also receive assistance with academic issues, plan for graduation or transfer, and receive general academic guidance.
• Veteran's Services
  The Veteran's Resource Center is available to Veterans and their dependents, providing the support needed to help them transition into the civilian world and support their educational goals.  The VRC also connects Veterans to community resources and advocates. 

• Butte County Behavioral Health
  Chico: (530)891-2748
  Oroville: (530) 538-7705
  Paradise: (530) 877-5845
  Gridley: (530)846-7305
• Butte County Substance Use Disorder Services
  Chico: (530) 879-3950
  Oroville: (530) 538-7277
• Glenn County Behavioral Health
  Orland: (530) 865-6459
  Willows: (530) 934-6582
• Glenn County Substance Use Disorder Services
  (530) 865-1146
• Catalyst Domestic Violence Services
  (530) 343-7711
• Stonewall Alliance Center
  (530)893-3336
• Shalom Free Clinic
  This is a clinic that provides general and alternative healthcare as well as mental health care.
• Department of Rehabilitation
  (530) 895-5507
• Chico Creek Counseling
  (530) 410-0505
• Therapeutic Solutions
  (530)899-3150
• Counseling Solutions
  (530) 879-5991
  Offices in Chico and Oroville

• Call or Text 988 - Free from any phone
• Butte County Crisis 530-891-2810 OR 800-334-6622
• Glenn County Crisis 800-507-3530
• Catalyst Domestic Violence Services 800-895-8476
• National Suicide Prevention 800-273-TALK (8255) or chat online at suicidepreventionlifeline.org
• Veterans Crisis Line 800-273-8255 (press 1)
• Friendship Line (for older adults) 800-971-0016
• Trevor Lifeline (LGBTQ+) 866-488-7386
• North Valley Talk Line 855-582-5554 (11:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m., 7 days a week)
• Crisis Text Line: text LISTEN to 741741