Boynton is providing telehealth counseling and psychiatric treatment for students who are located within Minnesota. Appointments can be scheduled by calling the clinic at 612-624-1444. Students who are currently in care can contact their providers via the MyBoynton patient portal. We are also able to see students who want to start therapy or medication treatment.
In-person mental health services at Boynton are limited to students in crisis who are not self-isolating or quarantined. Care will be provided in alignment with CDC and MDH recommendations for social distancing. Please call the clinic at 612-624-1444 to check on availability.
The University crisis lines are available 24 hours a day. Please call 612-301-4673 or text "UMN" to 61222.
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
How to Schedule an Appointment
East Bank Clinic
Clinic Hours
M, T, W, F | 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Th | 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
St. Paul Clinic
Clinic Hours
M, T, W, Th, F | Closed to TBA Closed M-F Until - TBAMaking Your First Appointment: Brief Consultation
Please contact the Mental Health Clinic by phone (612-624-1444) to schedule your first appointment. Instructions will be provided about completing required forms, and you will be scheduled to meet with Brief Consultation specialist via Zoom for 20 to 30 minutes at a time that works for you. The therapist will talk about your concerns, then schedule your next appointment with the most appropriate service for your needs.
First consultations take place in our East Bank Clinic, 410 Church Street, S.E., Minneapolis:
M, T, W, F 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Th 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
You might experience some wait especially during lunch and late afternoons.
Mental Health Intake Form
Please complete and bring this form with you to your first consultation.
Health Information Release Form
To authorize sending or releasing health information.
Urgent Mental Health Care
If you are experiencing a crisis that requires immediate attention, call our urgent care counselor 612-625-8475 during business hours or walk in to our East Bank mental health clinic.
After Hours Emergency Care
If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
Crisis line counselors are available 24/7. Call 612-301-4673, or text "UMN" to 61222.
See After Hours Care for nearby community resources.
Mental Health Services
10-sessions-per-year limit for individual therapy
10-sessions-per-year limit for couples therapy.
See groups and schedules.
See our ADD/ADHD treatment policy.
See our Emotional Support Animal policy.
Call our Nurse Line at 612-625-7900 if you do not know what type of clinic you need. Calls answered 24/7.
Mental Health Resources
Provost Committee on Student Mental Health
Campus resources for mental health.
Online counseling for stress, anxiety, depression and insomnia. Enter code UMN.
Offering a variety of services to help students with personal, academic and career goals.
Informal drop-in consultations for students at locations around campus. No appointment needed.
Questions
Boynton Mental Health is open to University of Minnesota Twin Cities students who are:
- Enrolled full time, and
- Studying for a degree, and
- Pay the Student Services Fee.
- Or are Graduate Assistants who are enrolled in the Graduate Assistant Health Plan.
Mental health services are not open to staff and faculty.
It depends on your health insurance and whether you pay the Student Services Fee.
A co-payment at the time of your visit may apply. Any remaining costs for your care may be billed to you at a later time. Amounts vary by insurance plan. Consult your insurance card, or contact your health insurance provider for details.
With some exceptions, students who pay the Student Services Fee receive most services at Boynton at reduced cost. See details about the Student Services Fee.