University Counseling Service at Tippie

The Tippie College of Business prioritizes students' emotional and mental health by working to build emotional resilience in students to manage stressors experienced during college and prepare for careers. Seventy-one percent of TCOB students report medium to very high levels of stress.

Tippie partners with University Counseling Services (UCS) to have Embedded Therapist, Kati Schneider, LISW. As an Embedded Therapist, Kati understands unique experiences and needs of business students; she is committed to promoting positive mental health wellness. For information on Kati's clinical approach, you can read her UCS staff bio.

Check out these Health & Wellness Workshops as well as student resources for Physical and Emotional/Mental Wellness.

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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

If you are experiencing an emergency or crisis, call 911 or contact:

UI Support & Crisis Line - We're here for you any time, via chat, phone, or text. In partnership with CommUnity Crisis Services in Iowa City, the University of Iowa provides around-the-clock mental health crisis and support for all students.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources.

Mental health services available

  • Brief individual therapy - approximately 4-10 individual sessions to focus on specific concerns, goals, and building skills
  • Consultation Appointments - collaboration with therapist and client to explore needs and develop goals  
  • One time appointment to problem solve a specific and present concern
  • Case management - assistance with accessing on and off campus resources
  • Group Therapy - meet with other clients/students to discuss concerns together with support of a therapist

Currently enrolled Tippie students are eligible for clinical services with the embedded therapist. The UCS website provides more details about clinical eligibility.

  • In addition to individual therapy, as an Embedded Therapist, Kati focuses on reducing stigma of mental health by delivering skills-based workshops, presentations, and programming to support overall emotional and mental wellness; she is available to present to student organizations and classes. Kati is also a resource available to faculty and staff to consult with on specific concerns related to a student's emotional and mental health.
  • Mental health programming can be tailored to specific concerns and needs. Potential topics include self-care, stress management, managing anxiety and depression, team work, communication, leadership, and accessing University Counseling Services. Complete and submit our online form to request a mental health outreach program.

    Request an outreach program

Each semester a variety of processing and support groups are offered through UCS. Topics range from anxiety, ADHD, interpersonal, eating & body concerns, depression, chronic health, grief, and substance use. For more information on groups visit Group Therapy - University Counseling Service.

Kati Schneider

Schedule an appointment

You can schedule an appointment anytime via the online scheduling portal. You can filter options by typing "Tippie" to see specific appointment options. If you do not see any options that match your availability, please email Kati and she will find an option that is better suited for your schedule.

You can also e-mail Kati directly or call 319-335-7294 to schedule.

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Wellness Resources

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Tippie Thrive

Tippie Thrive is a program that focuses on strategies and programming to improve students' emotional and mental wellness.

Thrive works to decrease stigma related to mental health, provide learning opportunities and support to students' emotional and mental health.

Upcoming wellness events

Suicide Prevention Training-The Green Bandana Project

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 2:00pm to 3:30pm
Pappajohn Business Building
Learn how to support peers and spread awareness regarding suicide prevention.

Healthy Relationships with Tippie Thrive

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Pappajohn Business Building
Join Tippie Thrive to explore what healthy relationships look like and how you can build healthy relationships with your friends, family, partners, peers, and employer.

Speaker: Domestic Violence Warrior

Wednesday, February 26, 2025 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Pappajohn Business Building
Hear from Jordan Wulf, who escaped the terrors of an 18 yearlong marriage of control, manipulation, emotional, and physical abuse. Jordan was able to escape after being held captive for 11 days by her husband. You will hear her personal experiences with the cycle of abuse, red flags, impacts of trauma, how you can support a friend in an unhealthy relationship and resources for those who are experiencing an abusive relationship. This is sure to be a highly impactful event hosted by Tippie Thrive...

Improve Self-Esteem with Tippie Thrive

Wednesday, March 12, 2025 12:30pm to 2:30pm
Pappajohn Business Building
Join Tippie Thrive to explore aspects negatively impacting your self-esteem and learn skills you can take to work on improving your self-esteem. 

Unhook from Imposter Syndrome with Tippie Thrive

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 11:00am to 1:00pm
Pappajohn Business Building
Imposter syndrome affects over 70% of people at some point in their lives.

Thriving During Finals

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 11:00am to 1:30pm
Pappajohn Business Building
Join Tippie Thrive at the come and go event to learn strategies to manage stress during the season of finals.