Mercy Health - ONU Counseling Center | Ohio Northern University

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Ohio Northern University Counseling Center,
a Partnership with Mercy Health

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The Mercy Health-ONU Counseling Center supports the academic success and mental well-being of students

This is achieved by enhancing their overall mental health and wellness. College life is a time of change and growth, and we provide students with the support and resources needed to help them achieve their personal and academic goals. The Counseling Center offers a safe place to share personal concerns. Talking to a licensed professional can help you manage mental health concerns and work through solutions and explore options.

Mercy Health - ONU Counseling Center Information

Everyone enrolled at ONU is eligible for counseling services. Both individual and couples counseling are available. There is a billed fee for these services.
We adhere to a professional code of ethics and abide by all HIPAA guidelines in providing confidential services. Information, including whether or not you have received counseling, will not be released without your written consent. Exceptions to this arise when parental consent is required to provide services to a minor or if someone’s safety is a concern.
INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING
We provide a non-judgmental atmosphere of compassion and concern where problems of any type can be examined and discussed. Some issues commonly dealt with include:
- Homesickness
- Feeling depressed or unmotivated
- Feeling anxious, worried or stressed
- Traumatic experiences
- Suicidal thoughts
- Sadness and grief
- Problems with roommate
- Relationship issues
- Feelings of low self-worth
- Academic stress
- Time management
- Anger
- Substance/alcohol abuse or dependence
- Loss of appetite or compulsive eating
- Identity Concerns
PROGRAMS AND PRESENTATIONS
We are available to provide presentations to campus groups. Popular topics include:
- Mercy Health Counseling Center Overview
- Signs and symptoms of depression
- Stress reduction and relaxation
- Improving self-esteem
- Sexual assault/date rape awareness/education
- Time management
- Suicide-prevention awareness
- Resiliency Training
- Social Connectedness Training
- Having Tough Conversations about Mental Health Training
Appointments for counseling can be made by contacting The Center by phone, by email at ONU-Counseling-Center@mercy.com or in person.

Concerned faculty, staff, parents or friends can refer a student to the Counseling Center by phone or email. We are also available for consultation to discuss concerns about a student. However, once a student is referred to us, we cannot discuss the particulars of his/her situation, or even acknowledge the fact that counseling is being provided, without written consent by the student.
The Mercy Health-ONU Counseling Center is an integral part of the campus community. We provide support and assistance to you by working closely with the following offices:
- Vice President for Student Affairs
- Dean of Students
- Mercy Health-ONU Health Center
- Residence Life
- Chapel and the Chaplain
- Multicultural Center
- Student Development/Leadership
- Career Services
- Public Safety
- ONU Care Team
- Disability Services
**Please note, no Protected Health Information will be shared without your written consent.**
The Mercy Health ONU-Counseling Center does bill for services. Students are able to choose if they would like these services to be billed to their insurance, or they may choose to self-pay.

There is financial assistance available through Mercy Health on a case by case basis that is needs based assistance. These forms are located in the Center. If you have specific questions about your situation, please contact us via phone at 419-604-3372, email at ONU-counseling-center@mercy.com, or walk in and we would be happy to discuss with you.