Health + Wellness

The University provides a range of services to support student health and wellness from disability accommodations to alcohol and drug education, to mental health services. Students who aren't already covered by a family member's policy are encouraged to sign up for health insurance.

UW-Eau Claire – Barron County Student Health Insurance

All students in the UW System are urged to have health insurance. Currently, UW System does not offer student health insurance for domestic students.

Student Health Services

Our shared service is located in room 116 of Northwood Technical College Administration Building - adjacent to the UW-Eau Claire - Barron County campus. Registered nurse Syna Carlton is available to see students but hours vary week by week so please call or check the office door for posted hours. She performs confidential health counseling, first aid and treatment for minor illness and is available to give health education tips to students, faculty and staff.

Phone: 715-234-7082 ext. 5242
Email: syna.carlton@northwoodtech.edu

Counseling Services for UW-Eau Claire – Barron County Students

Mantra Health 

We partner with digital mental health provider Mantra Health to bring UW-Eau Claire students additional mental health support via the Care Hub. This all-in-one platform gives students access to the following free virtual services: Self-Care videos, Emotional Wellness Coaching, Therapy & Psychiatry, Connect Now (11 am-11 pm drop-in support).

By enrolling in Mantra, you can connect virtually to licensed therapists to address your unique needs during daytime, evenings, or weekend hours.

Access Mantra Health's Care Hub

Self-Care

These short, self-guided wellness courses can be accessed anytime, anywhere. Learn to reduce your stress, regulate your emotions, build healthier relationships, and get through difficult situations.

Emotional Wellness Coaching

This short-term, goal-oriented intervention is best for students wanting self-management strategies. You’ll get matched with a dedicated and experienced coach who will teach you key skills and work with you through 8-12 weeks of sessions.

Therapy & Psychiatry

Enjoy one-on-one sessions with a dedicated, highly trained, culturally-informed provider who understands your unique experience and can help you assess and manage your mental health concerns.*

ConnectNow

In-the-moment support and problem solving with a mental health professional. This service is available between 11 a.m.-11 p.m. CT via video for any students who are in distress or experiencing immediate mental health challenges.

24/7 Crisis Support

Crisis support staff is available via phone to help students through challenging situations. However, if you or someone you know is having a mental health emergency and is putting themselves or others in danger, please call 911.

How to Get Started

Visit Mantra Health’s Care Hub or download the app on Apple or Android. Use your school email address to set up an account. It’s free, easy, and includes care navigation support.

*Students will receive up to 12 therapy sessions per year.

Togetherall - Student Support Community

Togetherall is a peer-to-peer mental health support community which is available online, 24/7, and is completely anonymous so you can express yourself freely and openly. Licensed and registered mental health practitioners, called Wall Guides, monitor the community to ensure the safety and anonymity of all members.

In addition to Togetherall's online community, you will have access to a wealth of useful resources and can work through tailored self-help courses covering topics such as anxiety, sleep, depression and many more.

YOU at UWEC 

• Access tips, guidance and resources designed to help keep your academics, well-being and social connections on track in this changing world.
• Address your feelings and take care of your well-being just as you would your physical health.
• Check in with yourself and find resources to make the most of your semester.
• Navigate life and campus, on your terms.

Additional 24/7 Crisis Resources

UW Mental Health Support 24/7 - If you or a loved one is facing a mental health crisis or in need of immediate support, call or text 888-531-2142. 

Barron County 24-hour crisis line 888-552-6642. 

National Suicide Prevention Hotline - Call or Text 988.

Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741 from anywhere in the United States – 24/7, free, confidential. Crisis Text Line (CTL) is here for you. A live, trained volunteer Crisis Counselor receives the text and responds, all from our secure online platform. The volunteer Crisis Counselor will help you move from a hot moment to a cool calm.

LGBTQ Crisis & Support Resources

Please click this link for a full list of resources for UWEC-Barron County Students.

AODE Information

UW-Eau Claire  Barron County has an Alcohol and Other Drug Education program that promotes healthy lifestyles and wellness topics. Visit the AODE website for students that offers current, relevant information on alcohol, other drugs, and general wellness topics. It also has several interactive opportunities for students to get feedback on a variety of topics.

UW-Eau Claire Counseling Services provides links to hundreds of “virtual” self-help pamphlets on topics including: