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Student Mental Health & Counseling

COVID-19 resources

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Dr. Karen Singleton

Dear MIT Students:

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming societal stressors and forces that negatively impact our mental, physical, and spiritual health as well as our sense of wellbeing and safety in the world. Please know that your mental health and wellbeing is our highest priority and Student Mental Health & Counseling Services includes a diverse and dedicated team of professionals committed to serving MIT students in culturally competent and affirming ways.

We are working remotely, and I encourage any student who is experiencing distress to call us at 617-253-2916. We are available from 8 a.m.– 5 p.m., Monday–Friday. We can respond to any mental health-related inquiries or urgent concerns, connect you with one of our providers, or help match you with a mental health professional in the community. As always, clinicians are on call for emergencies 24 hours a day. We are thinking of you and committed to your wellbeing — please do not hesitate to reach out.

We encourage everyone to continue engaging in healthy self-care, and we look forward to connecting with you. Below are some resources, including podcasts, videos, and links for online groups available to help MIT students as we navigate the pandemic together.

Kind regards,
Karen Singleton, Ph.D.
Associate Medical Director; Chief of Student Mental Health & Counseling Services

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Videos

Baking Bread with Tony Lim

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Antonio Lim, MD

Feeling stressed about everything that's going on in the world? Knead it out! Join Dr. Antonio Lim for a sourdough bread tutorial with stress management tips.

Fight, flight, or freeze with Dr. Daniel Debowy

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Dr. Daniel Debowy discusses how the alert systems in our brains are activated by external stressors and offers guidance for managing our instinctual responses to these alerts, particularly in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.

COVID-19: First-generation and financially stressed students

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Leslie Langston, LICSW

First-generation college students and students who are from financially stressed families face unique challenges as they navigate student life. MIT Medical Clinical Social Worker Leslie Langston discusses support services and resources available to MIT Students throughout the year, including during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The importance of time: Staying engaged and focused during COVID-19

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Dr. Daniel Debowy shares advice and resources for maintaining focus and concentration as we self-isolate during the COVID-19 situation.

Coping with COVID-19

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Anthony Van Neil

Dr. Anthony Van Niel discusses strategies for coping with our emotional responses to the COVID-19 pandemic and recognizing when one should reach out for support.

Stress management and COVID-19

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Psychologist Nadia Damani-Khoja discusses strategies for stress management during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Increase your productivity during study sessions

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Maryam Khodoadoust

Psychologist Maryam Khodadoust offers students tips for increasing the productivity of their study sessions.

Podcasts

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Erik Marks, LICSW

Track it: Using Data for Self-Care
Erik Marks, LICSW

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Maryam Khodoadoust

Imposter Phenomenon
Maryam Khodadoust, Psy.D.

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Digital detox and self-care
James Niels Rosenquist, M.D.

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LGBTQ-centered care at MIT Medical
Jenny O'Brien, Ph.D.

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Erik Marks, LICSW

Mindfulness revisited
Erik Marks, LICSW

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Maryam Khodoadoust

Perfectionism
Maryam Khodadoust, Psy.D.

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Why choose group therapy?
Sejal Patel, Psy.D.

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Dr. Rheinila Fernandes

Hacking your potential: How to successfully work with challenges
Rheinila Fernandes, M.D.

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Leslie Langston, LICSW
Black Mental Health Matters
Leslie Langston, LICSW

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Dr. Xiaolu Hsi
Stress Management During the COVID-19 Crisis
Xiaolu Hsi, Ph.D.

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Erik Marks, LICSW
Mindfulness and Self-Care for MIT Students
Eric Marks, LICSW

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Maryam Khodoadoust
Strategies to Reduce Procrastination
Maryam Khodadoust, Psy.D.

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Dr. Anthony Van Niel
Antidepressants - FAQs
Anthont Van Niel, M.D.

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Christina Brothers
COVID-19: Food For Thought
Christina Brothers, L.I.C.S.W. 

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Maryam Khodoadoust
CBT Strategies to Redice Stress and Anxiety
Maryam Khodadoust, Psy.D.

Teletherapy groups for MIT students

To learn more about any group, please contact the group leader(s). To get a referral for a pre‑group screening, or to schedule an individual appointment, please call 617‑253‑2916. All groups currently meet via video conference. medical.mit.edu/groups


Resources for MIT students currently residing outside the United States

Workplace Options (WPO) is a global therapy and support service for currently enrolled MIT students who are studying abroad due to the pandemic.

This confidential service offers support for international students and their families related to work or personal issues, including short-term professional counseling and referrals to local resources to help manage emotional, physical, financial, and social needs.

Learn more

For more information:
Workplace Options Company code: MIT 2020
Email: support@resourcesforyourlife.com
Phone: 888-851-7032

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If you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19, call MIT Medical’s COVID-19 hotline at 617-253-4865.

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