The Sib Collins Counseling Center provides free and confidential short-term counseling services to students with mental health needs. The Counseling Center can help with various struggles to assist students, faculty, and staff to thrive in all facets of life. We are dedicated to meeting the needs of everyone regardless of race, culture, religion, socioeconomic status, gender, ability, or sexual orientation. The Counseling Center aims to make a positive impact on campus, the surrounding community, and the global communities that are affiliated with Limestone University.
The Center is located on the Gaffney Campus in the Curtis Building, Office 140, and is staffed by professional counselors. Virtual, in-person, or phone appointments can be made by calling (864) 488-8280. The Center also has a list of local counseling resources for referrals off campus. Walk-in service is available on the Gaffney Campus during the academic year. If you arrive at the office and the counselors are unavailable, please complete an online referral form, email us, or scan the QR code on the door to submit an inquiry.
Contact Information
Josh Martin, M.A, LPC
Director of Counseling and Mental Health Services
jmmartin@limestone.edu
864-488-8280
Referral Information and Form
Please keep in mind the following information:
This serves as a referral for the Sib Collins Counseling Center. If you or someone you know requires assistance from one of the on-campus mental health therapists, kindly complete and submit this form. Our therapists will carefully review the information provided and contact the individual you are referring to. If you are submitting the request on behalf of someone else, please provide their name and a description of any concerning signs you have observed. Before contacting the referred individual, we will contact you to discuss the matter. This confidential referral form will only be shared with the counseling center. Falsely submitting a referral for another individual will result in disciplinary action.
Please allow a response time 24-48 hours after submitting the request. Any appointments scheduled will consider the academic or athletic schedules of the individual seeking assistance. The counselor will communicate with the appropriate party if a scheduling conflict arises. Also, please explore the available free resources on our website. These resources can provide support while awaiting a response. In an emergency, please refer to the emergency tab for guidance on the next steps.
Services Offered
Initial Assessment and Sessions Afterwards
The initial assessment, your first session with the therapist, is a confidential space. It's a time for you to share as much information as you're comfortable with, helping the therapist understand the best treatment approach. Building rapport and establishing a counseling relationship are essential for both you and the therapist during this first session. You'll have time to discuss the reasons for seeking therapy. When scheduling this appointment, please allow at least an hour for this initial assessment. After this, the therapist and you will schedule the following session.
Group Counseling, Psychoeducation Classes or Workshops
Group counseling, psychoeducation classes, or workshops may be offered throughout the academic year. The counseling center will help advertise and notify students when one is provided. If there is a topic or need that you would like to have group sessions on, then please email us.
Crisis Intervention
Sometimes, you may require immediate crisis intervention from the counseling department. The counseling department will aid as needed during a crisis. If there is an emergency, please refer to the emergency page to determine the best course of action.
The Sib Collins Counseling Center is available to assist the Limestone University community with any challenges they may be facing. If you are struggling with any of the following issues and it's impacting your daily life, please don't hesitate to complete the referral form on the website:
- No Motivation
- Depressed Mood
- Anxiousness
- Overwhelmed feeling
- Relationship Issues (partner, friend/roommate, faculty, coach, professor)
- Grief
- Substance Use
- Adjustment Issues
- Traumas
- Anger Issues
- Bullying
- Eating Disorders
- History of Self Harm
No Show Policy
The Sib Collins Counseling Center is here to support the Limestone University community. You can get in touch with the counseling department in different ways. Please let your therapist know immediately if you need to change or cancel an appointment. We have a policy that allows for three missed appointments per semester. If you miss more than three appointments, your therapist will determine how to proceed with your treatment.
