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A free, confidential, one-on-one, drop-in opportunity to informally consult with a Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) mental health provider. Let’s Talk is not therapy, but you can talk about anything on your mind, share something that recently took place, or ask questions/seek guidance (e.g., how to help a friend, how to seek services, wanting to learn more about a coping skill). We help one student at a time, so there may be a brief waiting period to be seen.

 

 

Wednesdays and Thursdays, 2-2:50 PM, Starting 9/18  

Let's Talk is a free, confidential, one-on-one, drop-in opportunity to informally consult with a Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) mental health provider. Let’s Talk is not therapy, but you can talk about anything on your mind, share something that recently took place, or ask questions/seek guidance (e.g., how to help a friend, how to seek services, wanting to learn more about a coping skill). We help one student at a time, so there may be a brief waiting period to be seen.
Learn more about Let’s Talk here

* Note: First day of classes is Thursday the 18th of September, so the first Let’s Talk will be on that Thursday

Location: Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting

Contact: Dr. Sarah Colwell at sjcolwel@calpoly.edu for more information.

Want to learn more about which CAPS provider you'll be meeting with? Check out our Meet the Staff page

Fridays at 11AM-11:50AM, Starting 9/19

 

Let’s Talk Identity is designed for students whose identities have been historically and systematically marginalized, but is open to all students who want to meet with therapists committed to inclusion, cultural humility, and doing their own internal work to challenge cultural and/or privileged biases. When you drop into Let's Talk Identity you'll meet with one of the members of CAPS Diversity Inclusion Task Force (DITF).

We understand that many communities have rightful mistrust of the medical and mental health fields due to past and present injustices and disparities of care. Along with that, there are communities where discussing emotional health may feel especially vulnerable or would be something family members might not support. We honor the difficulties and obstacles that can arise when trying to access care, so we have created this informal, casual space to connect.  All students are welcome.

Learn more about Let’s Talk Identity here

Location: Join our Cloud HD Video Meeting

Contact: Dr. Sarah Colwell at sjcolwel@calpoly.edu for more information.

 

Wednesdays, 3:10-4 PM, (Will return Fall 2025)

UndocuTalk is a space for students who are undocumented, from mixed status families, and their allies who want to speak with therapists (Ana Cabeza, PsyD and Diana Menendez, PsyD) who have gone through UndocuAlly training and work closely with the Dream Center. 

If you have any questions prior to dropping into UndocuTalk please email Dr. Ana Cabezas.

Thursdays, 3:10- 4 PM in Building 40, Rm 119 (Will return Fall 2025)

Let's Talk STEM is a free, confidential, drop-in, one-on-one, informal consultation space with CAPS provider, Cheri Love, LMFT (she/hers) for STEM majors. STEM students experience unique stressors due to the rigorous subject matter as well as the unique cultures of STEM fields

Cheri's early career included research in Immunology and Cell and Molecular Biology. Later, through her graduate internship, Cheri helped coordinate the MATH SPIRAL summer program serving students from HBCUs and women's colleges at the University of Maryland. Cheri has a passion for supporting those navigating the challenges of STEM especially BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, women, first-generation, and neurodivergent students.

 

Wednesdays 5:00-6:45 PM (Will return Fall 2025)

Location: Aliso Office in Poly Canyon Village

 Fridays, at 10:10 AM - 11 AM (Will return Fall 2025)

Let’s Talk Healing is a safe, trauma-informed space for students to receive support around trauma-related topics.  When you drop in to Let’s Talk Healing, you’ll meet with one of the members of CAPS Trauma Task Force.

Let’s Talk Healing is NOT therapy, but rather a place where students may explore topics such as: 

• What is trauma?
• What are the different types of trauma? 
• What types of treatment and resources are available for students who have experienced trauma? 
• How do I support someone who has experienced trauma? 
• What are some tools and strategies I can use to support my healing process?

If you have questions prior to dropping in to Let’s Talk Healing, please email Dr. Courtney de Blieck: cdebliec@calpoly.edu.  To learn more about the Trauma Task Force providers you’ll meet with, check out our Meet the Staff page.

Date	Provider	Date	Provider	Date	Provider	Date	Provider
	Paloma Moran, PsyD		Courtney de Blieck, PsyD		Johneen M. Manno, LPCC		Johneen M. Manno, LPCC
	Noah Chalfin, MA, LMFT		Paloma Moran, PsyD		Courtney de Blieck, PsyD		Mayra Lopez, LCSW
	Mayra Lopez, LCSW		Mayra Lopez, LCSW		No Let's Talk Healing Today