Mental Health Support Resources

Mental Health Support Resources

Your education is important, but you're more than just a student here; you're a member of the RPI community.

Who do I contact?

Not sure where to start? Here's who to contact based on your needs:

  • If you're in crisis or need urgent mental health support → Crisis Services
  • If you want to talk to a counselor during the day → Rensselaer Counseling Services
  • If you need support outside business hours → Mantra Health ConnectNow (24/7)
  • If you're unsure what support you need or facing a tough situation → Dean-On-Duty
  • If you're looking for academic accommodations → Student Success Center
Crisis Services

In addition to the 24/7/365 crisis support offered to Rensselaer students through Mantra Health ConnectNow (call (518) 276-8888), you may want to contact one of these hotlines:

Rensselaer Counseling Services
Location: Academy Hall, Suite 4200
Phone: 518-276-6479
Email: counseling@rpi.edu
Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday (Closed 12–1 p.m.)
Appointments: Call 518-276-6479 or use the Student Health Portal
Walk-in Services:
  • Monday & Friday: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
  • Tuesday–Thursday: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Mantra Health ConnectNow (24/7)
Web: mantrahealth.com/rpi
Phone: 518-276-8888
Availability: 24/7, 365 days a year
Dean-On-Duty Support
Availability: 24/7, 365 days a year
Phone: 518-276-6611
(Contact Public Safety to be transferred)
Student Support Deans
Location: Suite 4100, Academy Hall
Phone: 518-276-6266
Monday: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. & 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. - 11 a.m. & 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Friday: 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.