University Behavioral Health Care at Newark - Rutgers Health serves the Newark community with comprehensive mental health services. The facility is committed to providing accessible, quality care to individuals and families in New Jersey.
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University Behavioral Health Care at Newark – Rutgers Health is a collegiate mental health and counseling center located in Newark, New Jersey. Serving the Rutgers University–Newark community, the center provides comprehensive outpatient behavioral health services tailored to meet the unique challenges faced by students, faculty, and staff. With a mission rooted in promoting mental wellness and inclusivity, the center offers free and confidential services, including individual and group counseling, psychiatric care, and access to digital therapy tools like Therapy Assistance Online (TAO).
Designed to help students thrive academically and emotionally, the center supports individuals coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, and stress related to the college experience. Specialized support groups are also available, including those focused on substance use recovery and trauma healing. Whether you’re adjusting to campus life, managing mental health conditions, or supporting a friend in crisis, the Counseling Center provides a safe, affirming space with expert care and community resources. The center also plays a proactive role on campus by consulting with faculty and staff through its CARE Team, ensuring a network of support across the Rutgers community.