Personal Counseling

Personal counseling is provided to currently enrolled Wilkes Community College students on a short-term basis. Counseling Services offers free mental health and substance use screenings, as well as short-term counseling that focuses on coping strategies, conflict resolution, and crisis management. Counselors also assist with Title IX, Care Team, and behavioral consultations. Referrals to community agencies or resources can be made if it is apparent that individuals need a different level of care.

The counseling staff adheres to the Ethical Standards of the American Counseling Association and the National Association of Social Workers. All counseling is confidential except for situations involving imminent danger to self or others, or when legal requirements demand that confidential information be revealed.

To set up an appointment, you may contact counselors via the information below:

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Amber Cook, MSW, LCSWA
Counselor
Phone: 336-838-6229
alcook636@wilkescc.edu
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Mike Roope, EdS, LCMHC
Director of Student Support Services/Counselor
Phone: 336-838-6147
msroope085@wilkescc.edu

Crisis Resources

  • Imminent danger: 911
  • National Suicide Hotline
  • Local Public Mental Health (Daymark Mobile Crisis): 1-866-275-9552
  • Daymark Recovery Daytime Referral Numbers:
    • Wilkes: 336-667-5151
    • Ashe: 336-246-4542
    • Alleghany: 336-372-4095