African American Resource Center

Message from the Dr. Jaime Sheehan (Director of CAPS) and CAPS team: We have been following the news closely and we know that many of you have as well. We want you to know that we at Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) are devastated and our hearts break while we watch the anti-Black violence occur across our country. We also want you to know that we are here for you. CAPS is here to listen, to be supportive, and to help you process your grief, trauma, anger and any ot...her type of reaction or emotion that you might be experiencing. CAPS’ is encouraging any student to reach out for services. We are currently operating virtually but are available 24/7 by phone (657) 278-3040 for a student to speak with a crisis counselor. Students can also call the front desk at (657) 278-3040 to schedule an appointment with a therapist that can be conducted through Zoom. Students also have access to YOU@Fullerton (https://you.fullerton.edu/) where they can access a wealth of mental health resources. Please visit the CAPS website for more information: https://www.fullerton.edu/caps/.

We love you and your Blackness and we always will. Your Blackness has never been a problem and it never will be. This space we are providing is one for healing for our community. Please send any questions regarding the program to the AARC via [email protected]

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