Office of Counseling & Accessibility Services

The first step towards change is awareness. The second step is acceptance.

— Nathaniel Branden

Our Services

Office of Accessibility Services

Mission Statement:

The mission of the Office of Accessibility Services (OAS) is to facilitate reasonable accommodations for students, ensuring compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA). The OAS is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every student has equitable access to all educational programs, both in the classroom and online, as well as university life.

Assessment & Documentation: Review documentation and assess individual student needs for personalized accommodations.

Student Meetings: One-on-one consultations to understand specific accommodation requirements.

Faculty Coordination: Work with faculty to ensure timely and effective implementation of accommodations.

Legal Compliance: Follow all legal and university guidelines to ensure proper support services.

How to Sign Up:

If you are a scholar who requires scholarly accommodations due to a disability, medical condition, or other conditions, we encourage you to take advantage of our accommodation services. By self-identifying, you will receive essential support to flourish scholastically and take full advantage of our services, programs, and activities.

View ADA Policies & Procedures

Office of Counseling Services

Mission Statement:

The primary mission of the Office of Counseling Services is to serve as a valuable resource in helping students navigate through life's most challenging circumstances. We provide students with free, confidential, individual, and group counseling to address a range of psychological and emotional concerns. The Office of Counseling Services at Tougaloo College is dedicated to supporting the academic mission of the institution and promoting the holistic well-being of our students.

Individual & Group Counseling: Free, confidential counseling sessions tailored to individual needs.

Mental Health Support: Address depression, anxiety, grief, anger, and trauma with professional guidance.

Confidential Services: All counseling services are provided in a safe, confidential environment.

Academic Support: Counseling services that support your academic success and personal growth.

Mental Health Resources

Here you can access various resources to support your mental health and well-being. Please visit the following links or contact our office for more information on available resources.

Mental Health Screening

Access free, confidential mental health screening tools to assess your well-being and get personalized resources.

Crisis Helplines

24/7 helplines for mental illness, physical/sexual abuse, alcohol/drug abuse, and tobacco cessation support.

Zero Tolerance Office

Report incidents and access support through our zero tolerance policy for harassment and discrimination.

Title IX Resources

Information and support related to Title IX compliance, reporting, and educational equity.

The Office of Counseling & Accessibility Services