Mental Health Services
Take the First Step
Ogden Honors College students have access to on-site mental health therapy at the French House through a partnership with the LSU Student Health Center, plus 24/7 crisis support.
Mental health is a critical part of your success and wellbeing at LSU and in the Honors College. Take advantage of our on-site mental health services and discover strategies to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. For more information, contact the LSU Student Health Center at (225) 578-8774 or visit their website.
Scroll down or use the navigation buttons to the right to learn more about the resources the Ogden Honors College has available for current students.
For a critical or life threatening medical emergency, call 911.
Get Help Now
For a critical or life threatening medical emergency, call 911. For 24-hour crisis and emotional support, contact The Phone by call or text at 225-924-LSU1 (5781).
If you'd prefer to have a conversation with someone online, click the link below to chat online now with a Paraprofessional Counselor.
Report A Concern
At LSU, a network of people is always ready to help and support you or someone you're concerned about.
Through LSU Cares, you can submit a concern on a variety of topics and our staff will step in to provide support or advocacy. Click the link below to report a concern you may have to LSU Cares.
How to Access Services
Honors College students can schedule therapy appointments with Julie Lorio, LCSW,
by calling the Student Health Center at (225) 578-8774 and requesting to meet with the
Honors College therapist.
Additionally, all students have access to same-day, walk-in appointments at the Student Health Center on Infirmary Lane. Mental health services are available on the second floor of the Student Health Center.
The Student Health Center also offers specialized support and in-person or virtual groups and seminars.
CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE STUDENT HEALTH CENTER'S WEBSITE
Meet Your Provider
Julie Lorio, LCSW | 122 French House
Julie Lorio joined the Ogden Honors College staff in January 2023. She brings a wealth of expertise and is a two-time LSU alumna, having earned both her Bachelor of Science in psychology and Master of Social Work from the university.
She provides individual therapy and is passionate about promoting emotional wellbeing.
“I am thrilled to return to LSU in this capacity to assist students and promote healthy emotional wellbeing,” Lorio said. “I hope this idea of having therapists embedded in departments becomes popular across campus and even nationally, as we address the mental health crisis on college campuses.”
To make an appointment with Julie, Honors College students should call the Student Health Center at (225) 578-8774 and request to meet with the Honors College therapist.