Counseling

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Compassionate Christian Counseling

PBA’s counseling services are designed to support students facing a range of challenges. Our top priority is to be available for all students who may need counseling, providing them with compassionate, ethical, and Christian support to help them navigate any difficulties they may encounter.

Here for You

Every year, students struggle with any number of issues for which they seek help. Some of these issues may include:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Relationship struggles
  • Disordered eating
  • Substance abuse
  • Other life challenges.

That’s what the University Counseling Center is here for—to ensure each student we work with feels heard, supported and counseled so they can overcome their struggles and make the most of their experience.

A Simple Process

At Palm Beach Atlantic University, we are committed to providing support to ensure that nothing interferes with your success. If psychological, emotional, spiritual, or other factors are negatively impacting your life, consulting with a professional may be beneficial. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you notice any changes in your mental health. Our counselors are here to assist you.

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Access Compassionate Christian Counseling

PBA’s counseling services are designed to support students facing a range of challenges. Our top priority is to be available for all students who may need counseling, providing them with compassionate, ethical, and Christian support to help them navigate any difficulties they may encounter.

Supportive Professionals

Our team of counselors are experienced, compassionate and dedicated to providing you with the highest level of support. The Center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Please contact the Center for holiday and school break hours.

Director of Counseling: Dr. Rose Vassell, LMHC
Email: Rose_Vassell@pba.edu

University Counselor: Kathleen Lovanice, M.S.
Email: Kathleen_Lovanice@pba.edu

University Counselor: Zeney De La Paz
Email: Zeney_Delapaz@pba.edu

Front desk phone: (561) 803-2576

Email: counseling_center@pba.edu

Physical location: Oceanview Hall ( 1000 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33401)

For Emergencies

During business hours (M-F 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.), students in crisis can be seen by a counselor the same day to manage the crisis or to be referred, as appropriate.

In case of a mental health emergency after regular business hours and/or on weekends, please call Campus Safety at (561) 803-2500 or 911.

    • Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988
    • 24-Hour Mobile Crisis Counseling Services: 561-693-8681 or 561-637-2102
    • Free 24/7 access to crisis mental health counseling (TalkNow): Click this link to speak immediately with a counselor Health

    If you are in crisis and need to speak with someone in person, you can go to either of the following:

    The Pavilion at JFK Medical Center North Campus

    2201 45th Street, West Palm Beach

    Psychiatric Intake Unit Number: (561) 881-2671

    Main Number: (561) 842-6141

    (6.5 miles from PBA)

     

    St. Mary’s Institute – Mental Health

    901 45th Street, West Palm Beach

    (561) 840-6040

    (5 miles from PBA)