Eating Disorder Services

SHCS Service Announcement

Due to scheduled union action on 
Thursday, May 1st, 
there may be a reduction in services at SHCS. 

We are taking necessary precautions to assure your visit to SHCS during that timeframe goes smoothly. 

Anytime, including when SHCS has reduced services, students can call the following resources: 

Medical:  

Medical Advice Nurse at 530-752-2349 

Counseling:  

Counseling Services 24 Hour Consultation Line: 530-752-0871  or

Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: at 988

Additional support is available:  LiveHealth Online for SHIP students (virtual medical and mental health care) and UWill (virtual mental health care).

Student Health and Counseling Services provides group and individual services for those seeking guidance concerning eating disorders.

  • Individual Therapy
  • Individual therapy often consists of 5 - 7 sessions, depending on needs.
  • Long-Term Weekly Group Therapy
  • You can participate in long-term weekly group therapy for up to four years. Nourish: A process group where members share their struggles while challenging and supporting each other in their recovery.
  • Weekly Group Therapy
  • HEAL: A 7-week workshop series addressing emotional eating. Focus is on body acceptance, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, mindfulness and emotional regulation. This workshop teaches specific skills, has practice assignments, and a workbook to aid members in their recovery process.

    Continuing to HEAL: A 4-6 week guided meditation group for students who have completed the HEAL workshop series and are continuing to work on the skills developed.
  • Community Referrals
  • Referrals to community specialists and treatment programs for longer term or more intensive treatment are available as needed. Recommendations to off-campus therapists, psychiatrists and dieticians are also available. Learn more about how to obtain a community referral.