OCC’s Counseling Center events offer a variety of workshops and community events throughout the year. These events are designed to bring mental health awareness and support to the campus community. For more information, contact the Counseling Center at 732-255-0400 ext. 2911 or counselingservices@ocean.edu.
Join Us
The Counseling Center looks forward to seeing you at the upcoming celebratory events that continue growing knowledge and awareness of Mental Health and recovery. All members of the OCC and Kean-Ocean Communities are encouraged to attend.
Questions? For more information, contact the Counseling Center at (732)255-0386 or counselingservices@ocean.edu.
CALM Clinical Workshop and Conversations
When: Thursday, April 24th
Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm (Clinical workshop)
(90-Minute Break)
Time: 3:00 pm-4:30 pm (CALM conversations)
Location: Gateway Bldg. 101, Room 104
Join the Counseling Center on April 24th for an important Suicide Prevention Conference. This training is open to all students, faculty, and professionals who want to learn how to support those in crisis. Questions? Contact Nicolette Palazzo at npalazzo@ocean.edu.
Empowerment Self-Defense with Rachel Piazza
When: Wednesday, April 30th
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Location: Health and Human Performance Center (Gym-Building 29, Room 130 A&B)
Take a step toward personal empowerment with the Counseling Center’s Empowerment Self-Defense workshop! This interactive workshop, led by Rachel Piazza, provides a safe environment to learn to navigate difficult interactions, create healthier relationships, and enforce boundaries both verbally and physically.
Resilience Redefined
Exploring Alternative Pathways to Healing
DATE: Wednesday, April 16th
Wellness Activities
TIME: 9:00am – 12:00pm
Location: Conference Ctr.
Bldg. 10 – Rooms 109 A & B
DATE: Wednesday, April 16th
Guest Speaker: Dr. Kenneth Carter
TIME: 12:30pm – 1:45pm
Location: Conference Ctr. Bldg. 10
Join the Offices of Student Services, Counseling, and the Veterans and Military Resource Center for an inspiring event focused on healing and personal growth! Dr. Kenneth Carter, President of the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association, will share his groundbreaking recovery and stress management strategies. There will also be a variety of workshops and demonstrations of healing practices like meditation, yoga, tai chi, and more!
This program is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be provided.
For more information, contact Melanie Mancini at melanie_mancini@ocean.edu
Relax and Recharge
Experience the calming and centering practices of meditation and mindfulness. You’ll learn new ways to relax, reduce stress, and increase focus with our Relax and Recharge meditation sessions.
To learn more, please contact the Counseling Center at 732-255-0386 or counselingservices@ocean.edu.
Contact Us
Office Hours By Appointment:
Monday – Friday: 9am – 5pm
Phone: (732) 255-0400 ext. 2911
Email: counselingservices@ocean.edu
Location: Library Bldg #3 – Suite 010
New Veterans Crisis Line – 988
988 has been designated as the new three-digit dialing code that will route callers to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline.
