Brooklyn Healthy Living Brochure

LIU Healthy Living liu.edu/brooklyn/healthyliving | 718-488-1441

Welcome to

LIU Healthy Living LIU Healthy Living provides free and confidential mental health counseling and health services to all Long Island University students.

Long Island University students have access to on-campus mental health counseling services, religious and spiritual counseling, and the ability to utilize world-class medical and health support. The Psychological Services Center has mental health counselors to provide consultation and support. Medical and mental health-related referrals are made in partnership with Northwell Health—Go Health.

LIU Healthy Living is a collaboration of on-campus resources and strong partnerships with local health organizations and professionals, including Northwell Health College Behavioral Health Program, Northwell Health—Go Health, and the LIU Brooklyn Psychological Services Center.

Health and Medical Support

Northwell Health—GoHealth is the health services provider for Long Island University.

All students, faculty, and staff have easy and convenient access to: •Same-day virtual visits with certified providers, available 365 days/year, anywhere •In-person appointments, including evenings, holidays, & weekends at 55 New York locations.

•Seamless Referrals to Northwell Health specialists, if needed.

•Patient Portal with easy access to visit and test results.

Make an Appointment

LIU community may schedule an appointment for telehealth or in-person care via the LIU/GoHealth Portal. These services are in-network with most major New York and national insurance plans, and provide affordable same-day pricing for patients without insurance. Students are responsible for providing their insurance information or paying for visits. Any student who needs assistance with transportation should contact LIU Healthy Living. The Department of Public Safety is available 24/7/365. For medical or healthrelated emergencies please contact 911 or 718-488-1078.

Key Center Locations 365 Flatbush Ave Brooklyn, NY 11238

145 Kent Ave Brooklyn, NY 11249

1.3 miles from campus

3.3 miles from campus

Lactation Center

LIU Healthy Living houses a Lactation Center to support breastfeeding mothers. The facility is open Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and is equipped with a refrigerator, comfortable furniture, and sanitary products.

Mental Health Counseling

The Psychological Services Center has counselors on camput to assist students. Counseling services are offered free and confidential to all Long Island University students during the academic year.

Services offered at the Center include individual counseling, group counseling, and health and wellness campus programs. Students may also be referred to an off-campus professional for long-term care. The Center works with students in the following areas: • • • •

Anxiety Depression Substance Abuse Self-Esteem

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Eating Disorders Sexual Assault Gender Identity Domestic Violence

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Suicidal Ideation Grief & Loss

To schedule an initial consultation with a counselor, email psc2021@liupsc.com or visit the Center’s website at www.liupsc.com.

In the event of an emergency, contact 911 or the Department of Public Safety 24/7/365 at 718-488-1078 who may coordinate with on-campus and off-campus mental health professionals.

Visit www.nami.org/Support-Education/Publications-Reports/Guides/Starting-the-Conversation/ CollegeGuide to download and view a copy of the “College and Your Mental Health” resource for students.

Health and Wellness Programs

Keeping the Long Island University community healthy is our number one priority. The Division of Student Affairs and LIU Promise hosts health and wellness programs throughout the academic year to promote student health.

Programs include: • • • •

Themed workshops and trainings Health and Wellness Programs Group Counseling Nutrition Counseling

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Mindfulness and Mediation Programs Blood Drives Vaccination Clinics

Campus Recreation and Intramurals provide students with resources to ensure they are living a healthy and fit life-style, including: • •

Fitness Center hours Open pool hours

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Open play hours in the Gymnasium Intramurals and Recreation Events

For a full listing of campus events, including health and wellness programs, visit Experience | Shark Nation.

Contact Us Healthy Living LIU Brooklyn 1 University Plaza Brooklyn, NY 11201

Phone: 718-488-1441 Email: bkln-health@liu.edu

Website: liu.edu/brooklyn/healthyliving EMERGENCY: 718-488-1078 (Public Safety) Operating Hours Monday–Friday | 9 a.m.–5 p.m. *Evening appointments available upon request

LIU Healthy Living Mental Health Counseling and Health Services

Crisis Support and Hotlines

COVID-19 Emotional Support Line 1-844-863-9314 Crisis Text Line (24/7) Text “START” to 741741

The Trevor Project 1-866-488-7386 Text “START” to 678678

NYC WELL 1-888-692-9355

Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network 1-800-656-4673

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255

Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255

Contact Us Healthy Living LIU Brooklyn 1 University Plaza Brooklyn, NY 11201

Phone: 718-488-1441 Email: bkln-Health@liu.edu Website: liu.edu/brooklyn/healthyliving EMERGENCY: 718-488-1078 (Public Safety) Operating Hours Monday–Friday | 9 a.m.–5 p.m.