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.
Get help now
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.
- GuideLink Center | Adult Mental Health and Substance Use Services: 319-688-8000
- CommUnity: 1-855-581-8111
- UIHC Emergency Treatment Center: 319-356-2233
- UCS at 319-335-7294 between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. to request a quick access or same-day appointment.
Mental health services available
Clinical services
- 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.
Psychoeducation and consultation
- 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.
Group and support therapy
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.
Schedule an appointment
You can schedule an appointment anytime via the online scheduling portal. 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.
Wellness Resources
Making progress starts with the right tools. Browse a selection of articles and webinars that offer tips, advice, and actions you can take to start feeling better.
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.