Counseling Corner Info for Friends and Families

When you have a child or a friend attending ENMU, you can remind them they can connect at the Counseling Corner if they are feeling overwhelmed or just need to talk.

Our licensed counselors are equipped to help students deal with short-term issues like depression, anxiety, phobias, relationship problems, anger management, communication problems, fear of failure and more.

All of our counseling services are confidential and available to give our Greyhounds the help they need, when they need it.

See below for the ways we connect with students

Counseling Records and Confidentiality

As a parent, you might be wondering if your Greyhound's interaction with our office is documented in their academic record. All counseling information is protected by counselor-client confidentiality and will never be part of a student's academic record.

Mental health records are separate from academic files. The record belongs to the Office of Counseling and Career Services. Confidentiality within the office is considered essential for effective treatment. By law and professional ethics, the limits of confidentiality may be exercised if, in the judgment of the counselor, the student is:

  • Suspected of child abuse or elderly abuse.
  • A serious threat to self or others.
  • The counselor receives a valid court order to release information.

If, as a part of an employment process or security screening the student may sign a release of records form. We ask that the student sign our own form to ensure that they are freely and knowingly releasing a brief summary of their contact with us. Along with this, if you wish to see your student's record, you will only be allowed to do so if the student signs a counseling record release granting permission.

How Can Students Connect with Counselors?

Students can connect at the Counseling Corner in one of the following ways:

In Person

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In-person counseling is the standard of therapy for working through issues. Make an appointment at 575.562.2211.

You can schedule an in person appointment either by calling our office at 575.562.2211 or by filling out the Counseling Corner form (requires ENMU portal login) and waiting for a call back. Though this is the standard delivery method used to work through mental health concerns, due to COVID-19, we strongly advise students to schedule counseling appointments either over the phone or by online video. We take your privacy seriously and will take strict measures to keep our conversations confidential!

Fill out the Counseling Corner form

Absence Alert

Sometimes when Greyhounds have situations that pull them away from their academic efforts, they will tell a friend or family member who can fill out our Absence Alert Form. This form provides us with enough information to contact the student's professors or on-campus employers so the student doesn't have to worry about contacting everyone in the midst of a crisis.

This form asks for the expected duration of absence and if possible, the reason for the absence. The intention of the alert is to inform, but does not excuse the absence. It is still the student's responsibility to contact with their professors or employers when the student is able to do so.

View our Absence Alert Form

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For More Information Contact

Counseling and Career Services
ENMU Station 34
1500 S Ave K
Portales, NM 88130
800.FOR.ENMU (800.367.3668)
Phone: 575.562.2211
Fax: 575.562.2215