Health and Counseling Services at the University of Southern Maine

Health and Counseling Services at the University of Southern Maine Hello! And welcome to USM Health and Counseling's (UHCS) official page. UHCS is a resource We are committed to keeping students healthy and safe.

And welcome to USM Health and Counseling's (UHCS) offfical page. UHCS is a resource for USM students that focuses on students wellness needs. The mission of University Health and Counseling Services (UHCS) is to support and enhance the health and psychological well-being of the USM community through clinical services, student training and outreach. This contributes to success in their aca

demic careers and satisfaction with their lives. Counseling Services provides comprehensive psychological services which include mental health evaluations, counseling, crisis intervention, consultation, outreach, workshops, and training/service learning. Health Services promotes, maintains and improves the health and well being of USM students by providing care which includes acute illness, annual exams, complete physicals, sports physicals for all USM athletes, immunizations, LGBTQ health care, birth control, lab testing and service learning. UHCS is appointment based. In order to best serve students, we ask you to call to schedule an appointment. We do, however, reserve some time daily to address more urgent wellness needs. Call or stop by!

๐Ÿ’™๐ŸŽ‰ This Nurses Week, we're celebrating the heart behind our care!At USM Health Services, nursing isn't just in our roots...
05/06/2026

๐Ÿ’™๐ŸŽ‰ This Nurses Week, we're celebrating the heart behind our care!

At USM Health Services, nursing isn't just in our roots โ€” it's in our everyday practice. Our Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) proudly began as nurses, with some of them earning their education right here through the USM and UMaine systems. Even our per diem providers are all FNPs and one DNP! Their journey from bedside nursing to advanced practice is a testament to what dedication and lifelong learning can achieve.

We're also honored to provide care to the students of USM's School of Nursing โ€” we are more than happy to be supporting the very students who will carry nursing forward for generations to come. ๐Ÿฉบ

TO EVERY NURSE OUT THERE: THANK YOU for your compassion, your grit, and your unwavering commitment to care. WE SEE YOU. WE CELEBRATE YOU! ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿพ

04/29/2026

๐Ÿšจ New in Gorham Residence Halls! ๐Ÿšจ

Starting today, Wellness Dorm Carts are rolling out in main areas of Gorham dorms to help students easily access everyday health and wellness essentials when they need them most.

This student-led initiative was made possible through the hard work of Student Senate โ€” thank you for recognizing this need and helping bring it to life!

A big thank you as well to USMS Confidential Resource Advisor and our Health & Wellness teams for assembling the carts and to Residence Life for helping roll them out across campus (Portland Commons is coming later this week!)

Each cart includes helpful essentials such as:

โ€ข Sexual Health: condoms, female condoms, lubrication, dental dams
โ€ข Menstrual Supplies: pads, tampons
โ€ข First Aid: bandages, antibiotic ointment, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, loratadine (allergy), ice packs, cough drops
โ€ข Wellness Items: tissues, lip balm, hand lotion, hair ties, A&D ointment
โ€ข Oral Health: toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss
โ€ข Resources: information to support student wellbeing

Weโ€™re proud to make wellness resources more accessible and help students feel supported right where they live ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿฆท Drop-In Oral Health Tips & Tricks โ€” and you won't want to miss it!Come expand your oral health knowledge, speak with a...
04/03/2026

๐Ÿฆท Drop-In Oral Health Tips & Tricks โ€” and you won't want to miss it!

Come expand your oral health knowledge, speak with a professional, and learn from a peer in the field. Plus โ€” oral healthcare giveaways! ๐ŸŽ

๐Ÿ“ Tues, March 31 | Gorham Campus โ€“ Upper Brooks Conference Room | 11amโ€“1pm
๐Ÿ“ Tues, April 7 | Portland Campus โ€“ McGoldrick Center, Prentice Room | 11amโ€“1pm
๐Ÿ“ Tues, April 14 | Portland Campus โ€“ McGoldrick Center, 1st Floor Tables | 11amโ€“1pm

No appointment needed โ€” just drop in! ๐Ÿ™Œ

๐Ÿชฅ Raffle Prize: Philips Sonicare Electric Toothbrush โ€” enter for your chance to win!
Made possible by a generous grant from Northeast Delta Dental. ๐Ÿ’™

๐Ÿ• Healthcare in the Halls just got a whole lot more interesting!USM Health Services, Gender Studies Student Organization...
03/31/2026

๐Ÿ• Healthcare in the Halls just got a whole lot more interesting!

USM Health Services, Gender Studies Student Organization & USM Student Senate are teaming up for a night of Condom Trivia โ€” and yes, it's exactly what it sounds like! ๐Ÿ˜„

๐Ÿ“… April 14 | 6โ€“8PM ๐Ÿ“ Portland Commons Multipurpose Room

Here's what's in store:

๐Ÿง  Condom Trivia hosted by our very own USM FNP

๐Ÿ• FREE pizza courtesy of USM Student Senate

๐Ÿ’Š Info on Emergency Contraception & Mifepristone from GSSO

๐Ÿงช STI Self-Tester Kits from Frannie Peabody Center

๐Ÿ’œ Sexual Wellness Kits from GSSO ๐ŸŽ FREE condoms & so much more!

Bring your friends, test your knowledge, and leave with resources that matter. No judgment, just good vibes and great information. ๐Ÿ’ก

See you there, Huskies! ๐Ÿบ

๐Ÿ“ฃ Starting THIS Tuesday! USM University Health Services & UMA are hosting FREE Drop-In Oral Health Tips & Tricks worksho...
03/27/2026

๐Ÿ“ฃ Starting THIS Tuesday! USM University Health Services & UMA are hosting FREE Drop-In Oral Health Tips & Tricks workshops across campuses.

๐Ÿ“ First up โ†’ Gorham Campus | Upper Brooks Conference Room
๐Ÿ“… Tuesday, March 31 | 11:00am โ€“ 1:00pm

Speak with a professional, learn from a peer in the field, grab FREE oral health giveaways, and enter to win a Philips Sonicare Electric Toothbrush raffle! ๐Ÿฆท

More sessions in April โ€” Portland Campus, April 7 & 14.

03/20/2026

๐Ÿฆท Happy World Oral Health Day! (March 20)

In honor of this global day of awareness, weโ€™re making oral health accessible for ALL USM students! ๐ŸŽ‰

โœจ FREE Oral Health Kits are available at the USM Food Pantry starting Monday, March 23 โ€” stop by and grab yours while supplies last!

Want to learn more about taking care of your smile? Join us at one of our FREE Oral Health Information Sessions:

๐Ÿ“ March 31 | Gorham, Upper Brooks | 11amโ€“1pm
๐Ÿ“ April 7 | Portland, Prentis Room โ€“ McGoldrick | 11amโ€“1pm
๐Ÿ“ April 14 | Portland, Tables โ€“ First Floor McGoldrick | 11amโ€“1pm

No appointment needed โ€” just show up! Your health matters, and so does your smile. ๐Ÿ˜

๐Ÿ€ Happy St. Patrick's Day from USM Health Services! This Husky is Feeling Lucky โ€” and we want you to feel lucky and safe...
03/17/2026

๐Ÿ€ Happy St. Patrick's Day from USM Health Services! This Husky is Feeling Lucky โ€” and we want you to feel lucky and safe this St. Paddy's Day! ๐ŸŒŸ

Whether you're celebrating on or off campus, remember: real luck means getting home safe. Stay hydrated, stick with your crew, and always plan your ride ahead of time. ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ’š

Your health and safety are always our priority โ€” because the luckiest thing of all is waking up feeling great the next morning! โ˜˜๏ธโœจ

๐Ÿ“ USM Health Services Clinics is here for you
๐Ÿ”— Visit us in Gorham today or either Gorham and Portland tomorrow!

Fun Fact: The original color associated with St. Patrick wasn't GREENโ€” it was BLUE! "St. Patrick's blue" appeared on ancient Irish flags and royal coats of arms. Green became the symbol only after it was tied to Irish nationalism in the 18th century. So technically, wearing blue- just like USM is the historically accurate choice!

๐Ÿ‘‹ Meet Jeff!Jeff is Clinical Faculty and Program Director of USMโ€™s APRN and DNP programsโ€”and heโ€™s passionate about helpi...
03/02/2026

๐Ÿ‘‹ Meet Jeff!

Jeff is Clinical Faculty and Program Director of USMโ€™s APRN and DNP programsโ€”and heโ€™s passionate about helping students thrive both academically and personally.

With a background in student health at the University at Buffalo, Jeff brings a strong commitment to supporting college studentsโ€™ mental and physical well-being.

Good news! ๐ŸŽ‰ Heโ€™ll now be available at USM Health Services on select Tuesday afternoons in Gorham. Be sure to schedule an appointment and say hello!

Spread LOVE โค๏ธ not STIs ๐Ÿ’•Our Husky Health Valentine station is officially stocked and ready for you! ๐Ÿ’ŒFrom condoms and P...
02/13/2026

Spread LOVE โค๏ธ not STIs ๐Ÿ’•

Our Husky Health Valentine station is officially stocked and ready for you! ๐Ÿ’Œ

From condoms and Plan B info to bandages, cough drops, tampons, and other grab-and-go essentials โ€” this is your reminder that taking care of your health is always in style.

At the University of Southern Maine, we believe:
๐Ÿ’— Love = respect
๐Ÿ’— Love = protection
๐Ÿ’— Love = knowing your resources

Swing by, help yourself, and share with a friend. Whether you need supplies, have questions about emergency contraception, or want STI testing info โ€” weโ€™ve got you covered.

Letโ€™s spread LOVE this Valentineโ€™s Dayโ€ฆ not STIs. ๐Ÿ’˜๐Ÿพ

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โค๏ธ Wear Red for Heart Health โค๏ธAt College Health, caring for your heart goes beyond today. This week, our clinic is prou...
02/06/2026

โค๏ธ Wear Red for Heart Health โค๏ธ

At College Health, caring for your heart goes beyond today. This week, our clinic is proudly wearing red to recognize cardiac health awareness and to remind our campus community that heart health matters at every age.

From managing stress and sleep to blood pressure checks, nutrition guidance, and preventive careโ€”small choices now can make a big difference later. ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿซ€

Ask us about how you can take simple steps to protect your most important muscle.

Because a healthy heart supports everything you doโ€”inside and outside the classroom. โค๏ธ

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02/04/2026

What does wellness mean to you? ๐Ÿ’ญ

We asked attendees at USMโ€™s Health & Wellness Fair this very questionโ€”and the answers from our Huskies did not disappoint. ๐Ÿพ

From balance and movement to rest and connection, wellness looks different for everyoneโ€”and thatโ€™s what makes it so powerful.

Address

37 College Avenue, 156 Upton Hall
Gorham, ME
04038

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 1pm - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12077805411

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