RPI Mental Health Resources

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

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 for additional help:

National Suicide Prevention Hotline: Call 988
International Hotlines: Suicide hotlines from countries across the globe - View List
The Trevor Project: 24/7 call, text, and chat support for LGBTQ youth
The Steve Fund Crisis Text Line: 24/7 text support for young people of color (Text STEVE to 741741)
National Sexual Assault Hotline: Online chat available here or call 1-800-656-4673

Location: Academy Hall, Suite 4200

Phone: 518-276-6479

Email: counseling@rpi.edu

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday–Friday during the academic year. (Closed daily from 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. for lunch)

Appointments: You can call 518-276-6479 or use the Student Health Portal to schedule an appointment.

Walk-in Services: Available during the following times, first come, first served when classes are in session:

Monday and Friday: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday: 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Web: mantrahealth.com/rpi

Phone: 518-276-8888

Availability: 24/7, 365 days a year

Phone: 518-276-6611

(Contact Public Safety to be transferred)

Location: Folsom Library, Lower Level

Phone: 518-276-6269

Hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Mental Health Support Resources