Fall 2026 Let's Talk Schedule

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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.

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Things to consider before dropping into Let’s Talk:

1. Let’s Talk is not a replacement for therapy and is not a crisis intervention space.
2. If you share information about planning to harm yourself or others, and/or share knowledge of abuse occurring to someone from a vulnerable population, then the Let’s Talk provider may be ethically required to take steps that break your confidentiality.

3. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call CAPS at 805-756-2511 and either ask for an urgent appointment or select to be connected to our CAPS Crisis Line. You can also call 9-1-1 or go to the Emergency Room. Click here for more detailed resources about what to do in a crisis.

Mondays and Thursdays from 2-2:50 PM (excluding academic breaks/holidays & summer term)

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.

Want to learn more about which CAPS provider you'll be meeting with? Check out our Meet the Staff page. Learn more about Let’s Talk here.

Location: Join Zoom Meeting

Contact: Dr. Sarah Colwell for more information

Tuesdays from 1-1:50 PM (excluding academic holidays/breaks and summer term)

Let’s Talk Identity is designed for students whose identities have been historically
and systematically marginalized and 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, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Team (DEI & Belonging Team).

We understand that many communities have a rightful mistrust in 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. This drop-in was developed by CAPS providers who deeply understand these experiences and who want every person to feel safe seeking support. All students are welcome in this one-on-one drop in space.

Want to learn more about which CAPS provider you'll be meeting with? Learn more about our DEI&B Team here.

Location: Join Zoom Meeting

Contact: Dr. Sarah Colwell for more information

Thursdays, TBA

UndocuTalk is a welcoming space for students who are undocumented, from
mixed status families, and allies who want to chat one-on-one with UndocuAlly
therapists (Ana Cabeza, PsyD and Diana Menendez, PsyD) in partnership with
the Dream Center.

Location: Join Zoom Meeting

Contact: Dr. Ana Cabezas with more questions

Fridays from 10 AM – 10:50 AM (excluding academic holidays/breaks)

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 Treatment Team.

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?

To learn more about the Trauma Task Force providers you’ll meet with, check out the CAPS Meet the Staff page.

Location: Join Zoom Meeting