Mental Health Services for College of Nursing Students
Updated August 24, 2025
MSU strives to create a culture of support within our campus community. Students face many stressors and taking care of your mental health is an important aspect of student well-being. At Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) on the MSU-Bozeman campus, we see over 1800 students each year for counseling. Students seek counseling for an array of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, relationships, past trauma, and substance use.
MRJCON students (undergraduate and graduate students) on the Bozeman campus taking 7 or more credits automatically pay the student health fee which allows them to access services through Counseling and Psychological Services and Student Health Services in Bozeman. Students on the distant campuses do not automatically pay the Bozeman student health fee. However, students on the non-Bozeman campuses can elect to pay the fee to access telehealth services from CAPS counselors. Students who wish to access CAPS services remotely should call CAPS at 406-994-4531 or use the online scheduling portal to schedule an intake appointment at no cost. The counselor will help the student determine if telehealth appointments meet their individual needs or recommend local in-person services. If the student and counselor agree that telehealth appointments meet the student’s needs, the counselor will help the student add the student health fee to their student account.
Please see below for details on mental health service options for each MSU Mark & Robyn Jones College of Nursing campus.
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BOZEMAN CAMPUS |
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Counseling & Student Health Services |
MSU students taking at least 7 credits have access to services at Student Health Services (SHS) and Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). Students taking less than 7 credits may elect to pay the student health fee to access those services. |
CAPS: 406-994-4531
SHS: 406-994-2311
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Community Referrals |
If students are interested in using their health insurance to see a provider in the community, they can contact Counseling and Psychological Services for assistance locating a community provider or use the online Thriving Campus referral platform to locate community providers. |
CAPS: 406-994-4531
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Fees |
The students taking less than 7 credits can elect to pay the student health fee of $328.30 per semester for 25-26 academic year. |
CAPS: 406-994-4531 |
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Crisis Resources |
Bozeman Help Center |
406-586-3333
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Suicide and Crisis Lineline |
988 (call or text) |
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For imminent crisis situations |
911 |
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Online Resources |
Mental Health Screening-This free, anonymous, confidential service provides screening for depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and eating disorders. |
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MindWise is an online training to recognize signs of suicide risk and mental health challenges. |
Use redemption code: MSU
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WellTrack Boost- modules to assist with Depression, Anxiety, Public Speaking; mood tracking and relaxation exercises |
Download WellTrack Boost from the app store associated with your smartphone. Use your Net ID for access |
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Suicide Prevention Info |
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Insurance |
All MSU students are required to have health insurance. If students need assistance signing up for the MSU Student Health Insurance plan, they can contact Student Health Services. |
Student Health Services/ MSU Student Health Insurance 406-994-3199 or
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Medicaid may also be an option for many students. |
Public Assistance for Students or visit apply@mt.gov |
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BILLINGS CAMPUS |
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Counseling Services |
MSU Bozeman Services: Students in Billings interested in telehealth services through MSU Bozeman Counseling and Psychological Services can contact CAPS for an intake appointment.
MSU Billings services: MSU MRJCON students in Billings may access mental health services at the MSU-Billings Student Health Services. |
406-994-4531
MSU-Billings Student Health Services 406-657-2153
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Fees |
MSU students on the Billings campus can access ongoing telehealth counseling services through MSU Bozeman Counseling and Psychological Services.
MSU MRJCON students can pay the MSU-Billings health fee to access mental health services through their Student Health Services
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Students wishing to access ongoing telehealth services through CAPS will pay the MSU student health fee. The student health fee per semester for the 25-26 academic year is $328.30
The student health fee for the fall 2025 semester at MSU-B is $137.50, and can be paid on the first floor of the business office. |
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Community Referrals |
If students are interested in using their insurance and seeing a provider in the Billings community, they can contact the MSU-Billings Student Health Services for referrals in the Billings area or use the Thriving Campus platform to locate providers in Billings. |
MSU-Billings Student Health Services: 406-657-2153
Additional support for community referrals can also be obtained at MSU’s Counseling & Psychological Services: 406-994-4531.
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Crisis Resources |
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline |
988 (call or text) |
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Community Crisis Center |
406-259-8800 |
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For imminent crisis situations |
911 |
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Online Resources |
Mental Health Screening-This free, anonymous, confidential service provides screening for depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and eating disorders. |
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MindWise is an online training to recognize signs of suicide risk and mental health challenges. |
Redemption Code: MSU |
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WellTrack Boost- modules to assist with Depression, Anxiety, Public Speaking; mood tracking and relaxation exercises. |
Download WellTrack Boost from the app store associated with your smartphone. Use your Net ID for access |
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Suicide Prevention Info |
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Insurance |
All MSU students are required to have health insurance. If students need assistance signing up for the MSU Student Health Insurance plan, they can contact Student Health Services. |
Student Health Services/MSU Student Health Insurance 406-994-3199 or |
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Medicaid may also be an option for many students. |
Public Assistance for Students or visit apply@mt.gov |
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MISSOULA CAMPUS |
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| Counseling Services |
MSU Bozeman Services: Students in Missoula interested in telehealth services through MSU Bozeman Counseling and Psychological Services may contact CAPS for an intake appointment. MSU students in Missoula can access mental health services at the U of M Curry Health Center. |
406-994-4531
406-243-4711 |
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Fees |
MSU MRJCON students on the Missoula campus can access ongoing telehealth counseling services through MSU Bozeman Counseling and Psychological Services.
MSU MRJCON students can pay the U of M health fee to access mental health counseling services through their Student Health Services. The fee also covers medical, dental, and health coaching services. There is no charge for the first counseling visit, but additional sessions are $20/session. |
Students wishing to access ongoing telehealth services through CAPS will pay the MSU student health fee of $328.30 per semester of the 25-26 academic year.
Curry Health Center Counseling Services
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Tamarack Grief Resource Center |
MSU MRJCON students on the Missoula campus can access grief support services at TGRC. |
Tamarack Grief Resource Center strengthens and honors individuals, families, and communities throughout their journey with grief. With offices in Missoula, Kalispell, and Browning, we help individuals and communities navigate grief and loss through counseling, grief camps and retreats, school-based programs, support groups, community workshops, urgent response support, and professional education. |
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Community Referrals |
If students are interested in using their insurance and seeing a provider in the Missoula community, they use the Thriving Campus platform to search local Missoula providers. |
Additional support for community referrals can also be obtained at MSU’s Counseling & Psychological Services: 406-994-4531. |
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Crisis Resources |
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline |
988 (call or text) |
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For imminent crisis situations |
911 |
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Online Resources |
Mental Health Screening-This free, anonymous, confidential service provides screening for depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and eating disorders. |
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MindWise Online Suicide Prevention Training- This 30-minute training teaches students how to recognize signs of distress/suicide and how to provide support and referrals. |
Redemption Code: MSU
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WellTrack- online modules to assist with Depression, Anxiety, Public Speaking; mood tracking and relaxation exercises. |
Download WellTrack Boost from the app store associated with your smartphone. Use your Net ID for access |
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Suicide Prevention Info |
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Insurance |
All MSU students are required to have health insurance. If students need assistance signing up for the MSU Student Health Insurance plan, they can contact Student Health Services. |
Student Health Services/MSU Student Health Insurance 406-994-3199 or |
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Medicaid may also be an option for many students. |
Public Assistance for Students or visit apply@mt.gov |
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KALISPELL CAMPUS |
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Counseling Services and Community Referrals |
MSU Bozeman Services: Students in Kalispell interested in telemhealth services through MSU Bozeman Counseling and Psychological Services may contact CPS for an intake appointment.
Students can also access the Thriving Campus platform to search other Kalispell area providers. |
406-994-4531
Additional support for community referrals can also be obtained at MSU’s Counseling & Psychological Services: 406-994-4531. |
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Fees |
MSU MRJCON students on the Kalispell campus can access ongoing telehealth counseling services through MSU Bozeman Counseling and Psychological Services. |
Students wishing to access ongoing telehealth counseling services through CAPS will pay the MSU student health fee of $328.50 per semester for the 25-26 academic year by calling 406-994-2311. |
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Crisis Resources |
Suicide and Crisis Lineline |
988 (call or text) |
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For imminent crisis situations |
911 |
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Online Resources |
Mental Health Screening-This free, anonymous, confidential service provides screening for depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and eating disorders. |
|
|
MindWise is an online training to recognize signs of suicide risk and mental health challenges. |
Redemption Code: MSU
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WellTrack Boost- modules to assist with Depression, Anxiety, Public Speaking; mood tracking and relaxation exercises. |
Download WellTrack Boost from the app store associated with your smartphone.
Use your Net ID for access |
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Suicide Prevention Info |
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Montana 211- assistance finding mental health resources (counseling) across MT |
Call 211 or visit Montana 211 |
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Insurance |
All MSU students are required to have health insurance. If students need assistance signing up for the MSU Student Health Insurance plan, they can contact Student Health Services. |
Student Health Services/MSU Student Health Insurance 406-994-3199
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Medicaid may also be an option for many students. |
Public Assistance for Students or visit apply@mt.gov |
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Tamarack Grief Resource Center |
MSU MRJCON students on the Kalispell campus can access grief support services at TGRC. |
Tamarack Grief Resource Center strengthens and honors individuals, families, and communities throughout their journey with grief. With offices in Missoula, Kalispell, and Browning, we help individuals and communities navigate grief and loss through counseling, grief camps and retreats, school-based programs, support groups, community workshops, urgent response support, and professional education. |
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GREAT FALLS CAMPUS |
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Counseling Services and Community Referrals |
MSU Bozeman Services: Students in Great Falls interested in telehealth services through MSU Bozeman Counseling and Psychological Services may contact CAPS for an intake appointment.
Students can also access the Thriving Campus platform to search other Great Falls area providers. |
406-994-4531
Additional support for community referrals can also be obtained at MSU’s Counseling & Psychological Services: 406-994-4531 |
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Fees |
MSU MRJCON students on the Great Falls campus can access ongoing telehealth counseling services through MSU Bozeman Counseling and Psychological Services. |
Students wishing to access ongoing telehealth services through CAPS will pay the MSU student health fee of $328.50 per semester for the 25-26 academic year.
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Crisis Resources |
Suicide and Crisis Lifeline |
988 (call or text) |
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Voices of Hope |
406-453-4357 |
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For imminent crisis situations |
911 |
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Online Resources |
Mental Health Screening-This free, anonymous, confidential service provides screening for depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance use, and eating disorders. |
|
|
MindWise is an online training to recognize signs of suicide risk and mental health challenges. |
Redemption Code: MSU |
|
|
WellTrack Boost- modules to assist with Depression, Anxiety, Public Speaking; mood tracking and relaxation exercises. |
Download WellTrack Boost from the app store associated with your smartphone.
Use your Net ID for access |
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|
Suicide Prevention Info |
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Montana 211- assistance finding mental health resources (counseling) across MT |
Call 211 or visit Montana 211 |
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Insurance |
All MSU students are required to have health insurance. If students need assistance signing up for the MSU Student Health Insurance plan, they can contact Student Health Services. |
Student Health Services/MSU Student Health Insurance 406-994-3199
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Medicaid may also be an option for many students. |
Public Assistance for Students or visit apply@mt.gov |
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