UCSB Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS): confidential counseling services for all students
Short-term counseling - 1-4 appointments with a CAPS therapist; free for all students
Long-term counseling - community referral; free for three sessions, $15 copay thereafter with UC SHIP
LiveHealth Teletherapy - live, on-demand video sessions; free with UC SHIP
UCSB Social Work Services: confidential services available through Student Health
UCSB Distressed Students Response Protocol: flowchart guide detailing how to respond to distressed students (TAs should keep this handy!)
Public CARE Report: reporting form for referring a student in distress
All the therapists on this list have been recommended by EEMB graduate students based on our own experiences
Click here to submit your own recommendation for the list
Campus Advocacy, Resources & Education (CARE): UCSB CARE Advocates help survivors navigate resources and create a plan; 24-hour confidential advocacy line at 805-893-4613
Standing Together to End Sexual Assault (STESA): local Santa Barbara organization; English/Spanish hotline at 805-564-3696
Domestic Violence Solutions: local Santa Barbara information and crisis hotline at 805-964-5245
Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN): National Sexual Assault Hotline via online chat or 1-800-656-HOPE (4673)
UCSB Bias Incident Response: campus hub for reporting bias based on race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, age, or disability (confidential, optionally anonymous)
Office of Title IX and Sexual Harassment Policy Compliance: reporting for sex discrimination, sexual harassment, and sexual violence (not confidential)
EthicsPoint Whistleblower Hotline: formal reporting option for violations of federal/state law or UC policy (confidential, optionally anonymous)
Anonymous Reporting through CARE: reporting for sexual violence; creates a record with law enforcement without initiating an investigation (anonymous)
Basic Needs Resource Guides: guides to local resources for food, housing, and other basic needs; includes guides tailored to undocumented, international students, and houseless students
UCSB Miramar food pantry: open 2-3 days/week for eligible students
CalFresh program (SNAP/EBT): $194/month for groceries for eligible students
Market Match: participating farmers’ markets will match CalFresh benefits
Financial Crisis Response Team: assists students facing financial crisis
Student Medical Emergency Relief Fund: provides grants for expenses related to medical, dental, psychological, and optical emergencies
GSA Emergency Relief Grant: $100-$1000 for sudden financial distress due to unforeseen circumstances
Money Matters - Student Financial Guide: information and resources for money management
Community Housing Services: UCSB resources for rental information and dispute mediation
Housing Voucher Program: vouchers for immediate housing available through the UCSB Financial Crisis Response Team
Graduate and Family Student Housing: affordable UCSB housing near campus
Off-campus Housing Listings: UCSB search engine for finding off-campus housing
UCSB Graduate Student Roommate Search: Facebook group for grad students looking for housing/roommates (email us if you need to be added)
Currently Houseless: local Santa Barbara resources for the houseless
GSA Childcare Grant: $300+ for approved grad students
Graduate Student Parent Resources: information on support and accommodations for student parents
Voluntary & Dependent Healthcare Enrollment: information on enrolling dependents in a UC SHIP insurance plan
AS Legal Resource Center: information and support for legal issues