Office of Wellness and Mental Health and Care Teams
The Office of Wellness and Mental Health and Care Teams provide a systematic and professional response in instances where students’ behavior is concerning or disruptive to themselves, others or the community. NOVA does not provide mental health services (per the policy of the Virginia Community College System), but we do provide faculty, staff, and students with resources and referrals.
About the Office of Wellness and Mental Health and Care Teams
Each NOVA campus has an Office of Wellness and Mental Health Care Counselor to act as an early interventionist for students at risk. They are tasked with reviewing, collaborating and addressing reports received for students needing assistance. Care Counselors may reach out to students, faculty, and staff members to ensure a comprehensive response to reports.
Care Teams are multidisciplinary teams at NOVA formed by and overseen by the Office of Wellness and Mental Health in collaboration with each campus. These teams seek to build a culture of student sense of belonging and serve as a care network for students by providing support and resources that aid student success and retention and avert crisis situations.