Health and Wellness Resources
Health and Wellness Services
In addition to medical care CSU Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV provides counseling and psychological services, health and wellness services, and accessibility services for students.
Student Health and Counseling Services (SHCS) is a fully accredited outpatient clinic staffed by Board Certified Physicians, and licensed Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, and Counselors. Student Health and Counseling Services offers basic medical care for most illnesses and injuries and various elective services. You must be a regularly enrolled student, non-regularly enrolled student, or transition health care participant to be eligible to use Student Health and Counseling Services.
Contact: (510) 885-3735
Emergencies: In a medical or psychiatric emergency, please call 9-1-1. On campus contact the University Police Department (UPD) at (510) 885-3791 or go to the nearest emergency room. Read about CSU Â鶹ÃÛÌÒAV's commitment regarding law enforcement on campus.
Kathryn Kirkpatrick, LCSW - Undocu Representative of the Counseling Center
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW 60751 Columbia University
kathryn.kirkpatrick@csueastbay.edu
SHCS Staff Member since 2018
Academic Training: Columbia University School of Social Work, MSW, 2008
Areas of Special Interest: First Generation Students, Relationship Issues, Social Justice, Coping with trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, and Women's Empowerment.
Languages spoken other than English: Spanish
Personal or Professional Quote: "I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel." - Maya Angelou
Rosa Mora, Ph.D., Undocu Representative of the Counseling Center
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, PSY #23233
SHCS staff member since 2021
Academic Training: University of Illinois-Chicago BA in Clinical Psychology, 2000
Illinois Institute of Technology, MS in Rehabilitation Counseling, 2002
California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, PhD in Clinical Psychology, 2007.
Areas of Special Interest: Crisis Intervention, First Generation Students, Undocumented/"Dreamer" Students, Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, Anger management and Substance Issues.
Languages spoken other than English: Spanish
Personal or Professional Quote: “To make a dream come true, the first requirement is a great capacity to dream. The second; is persistence.” - Cesar Chavez
Student Wellbeing and Basic Needs
Pioneers for H.O.P.E. is a basic needs service which provides a vital safety net, offering emergency housing, food assistance, and clothing to ensure that students have the essential support required to thrive academically and personally. H.O.P.E.’s food pantry is open to CSUEB students and is stocked with non-perishable staples such as peanut butter, soup, rice, beans, pasta, oatmeal and cereal. It also has fresh produce, meat, and healthy snacks.
Accessibility Services
provides academic accommodations to qualified students with disabilities. Our counselors determine accommodations on an individual basis after reviewing current professional documentation and meeting with the individual. We inform and collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure successful implementation of accommodations and to increase the level of access and inclusion of all individuals on campus. The is designed “to help students who have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder to transition and succeed in the higher education environment.” We help students to develop their individual strengths to assist their academic and social success. The provides students with disabilities the technological resources necessary to access instructional content. Visit the web site to learn more about how to apply for Accessibility Services.
Recreation and Wellness
The Recreation and Wellness Center (RAW) programs focus on healthy lifestyle choices. The 54,000 square foot facility includes a two-story fitness center, equipment rentals, locker rooms, wellness center, and gymnasium with indoor track. Services include fitness classes, personal trainers, intramural sports leagues, and open recreation tournaments. Wellness programs, interactive workshops and massage therapy are additional services offered. The RAW offers student internships and jobs to gain experience, leadership and professional development.