{"id":1141,"date":"2026-03-18T13:23:05","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:23:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/rbs-ft-mba\/?page_id=1141"},"modified":"2026-03-18T13:23:05","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T13:23:05","slug":"prioritizing-your-mental-health-well-being","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.rutgers.edu\/rbs-ft-mba\/prioritizing-your-mental-health-well-being\/","title":{"rendered":"Prioritizing Your Mental Health &amp; Well-Being"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Your academic journey is about more than grades \u2014 it&#8217;s about showing up as your whole self. Mental health and well-being are foundational to your success as a student, a professional, and a person. Stress, anxiety, and personal challenges are a normal part of life, but you don&#8217;t have to navigate them alone. Seeking support is a sign of strength, and the resources available to you are here to help you thrive.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">At Rutgers University\u2013Newark, your mental health is a priority. The Rutgers University-Newark Counseling Center is committed to the mental health and well-being of all members of the university community, striving to foster a culture of care, wellness, and acceptance for all.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">All services are free, voluntary, and confidential, available to every Rutgers Newark student. The center&#8217;s licensed clinicians offer short-term assessment, individual counseling, group therapy, medication management, substance use recovery support, and psychoeducational workshops \u2014 delivered through both in-person and telehealth options.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Your visit to the Counseling Center will not appear on your academic record, and all information shared is kept strictly confidential. If you are concerned about a fellow student, the team is also available to consult with peers, faculty, and staff.<\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\">Where we are located: Blumenthal Hall, 249 University Avenue, Room 101, Newark, NJ 07102 \ud83d\udcde (973) 353-5805 \u2709\ufe0f <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"mailto:counseling@newark.rutgers.edu\">counseling@newark.rutgers.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"><strong>Ready to take the first step?<\/strong> Visit the <a class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"https:\/\/studentaffairs.newark.rutgers.edu\/health-wellness\/counseling-center\">Rutgers Newark Counseling Center<\/a> to learn more and schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your academic journey is about more than grades \u2014 it&#8217;s about showing up as your whole self. 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