“Don’t be afraid to open up to someone. There is always someone there for you”

“Don't be hesitant. It’s okay to ask for help if you aren’t getting it from your friends or family”

“The counselors will understand you and make you understand yourself again! Don’t be afraid"

“Your feelings are valid”

“When you ask for help, it gets better!”

“Asking for help is a strength, not a weakness. Being able to sort through the things going on in your brain is only going to make yourself grow and heal. If you don’t let your emotions out, they will keep building until you explode. Getting help will stop that from happening"

“I was hesitant at first too but it’s worth it. You don’t realize just how much talking about what’s going on in your head can help you get through those rough times”

“It is okay to be scared and hesitant, but just know the help you would ask for would change your life for the better. The “help” would ensure that you know more about yourself and who you are as a person”

“It’s okay! You are not alone"

“Asking for help is definitely not a sign of weakness. It takes a lot of strength and courage to do so”

“I would say take a step out of your comfort zone and go. The Student Counseling Center allows you to express how you feel in a private and safe setting, and is a good escape from your daily environment.”

“Please, ask for help before it is too late. Asking for assistance when you need it isn’t a weakness; it takes a lot of courage which is strength in itself. Remember, you are never alone!“

“The hardest part is recognizing the need for help. Once you recognize it, put yourself first and know that your well being is critical. There are so many resources for help. A lot of them are true safe spaces and finding one of those could change your life. Failure to ask for help can become crippling. Don’t let it destroy you!”

“If you know how bad [Depression] is, then don’t let anybody tell you it’s not that bad and get help!”

“Everyone in this world has an issue that impacts them. You are not alone. I learned skills, about my behaviors and feelings, and to communicate with others. Look at me! I am here today and feel better!”