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Online Counseling for College Students

Give students access to ongoing therapy with a licensed counselor of their choice, with appointments available as soon as the next day.

See How Scheduled Counseling Works
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Close the Gap Between Asking for Help and Getting an Appointment

Among counseling centers surveyed by AUCCCD, the average wait for a first therapy appointment is 7.9 days. ¹ When students are ready to start counseling, long waits can make it harder to follow through.

With next-day appointment availability on average, Scheduled Counseling helps campuses expand access to online therapy for college students.

TimelyCare’s impact on student wellness is proven, with 76% of students achieving reliable improvement or remission in anxiety or depression after three or more therapy sessions. ²

What I used on TimelyCare is the counseling portion of it, and I found that to be really helpful because it seemed like the person I was talking to was in this unbiased position to give me kind of advice on what I was going through in my life. I wanted a counselor that kinda reflected what I looked like. I found this excellent counselor, and he was African American, very educated. I felt more comfortable because I thought he could speak to my specific issues and my specific experiences.

See how an Indiana University student used Scheduled Counseling to find a counselor who reflected his background.

What Students Say About Scheduled Counseling

Student
Coastal Carolina University
Coastal Carolina University
“Right after the virtual counseling, I immediately thought, ‘When can I schedule my next one? When can I go again?’ And I looked at her schedule, I looked at mine and I was like, ‘Okay, I’m booking it immediately because I felt so supported.’”
Student
Western Colorado University
Western Colorado University
“The counselor really gave me a lot of tools to really focus on what I want to do, and she builds on them every week.”
Student
Regent University
Regent University
“TimelyCare has been terrific! It’s super easy to schedule appointments, and I like that I can pick my provider. I also like that I can choose between a video session or just a phone call.”

Ongoing Support From a Counselor Students Choose

Ongoing care is easier to navigate when students know what to expect at each step.

Scheduled Counseling gives them a straightforward experience from finding the right counselor to staying connected throughout care.

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Schedule directly through TimelyCare with next-day availability

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Review provider bios and choose a counselor based on expertise, gender, race, or language

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Continue with the same counselor over time

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Track progress through measurement-based care that helps providers understand whether treatment is working

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Includes crisis assessment and support when needed.

Help Students Move From Waiting to Getting Support

Explore Scheduled Counseling for Your Campus

How Scheduled Counseling Works

Scheduled Counseling offers 50-minute virtual therapy sessions with licensed counselors.

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Review and Choose a Counselor

Provider bios help students choose a counselor based on expertise, gender, race, and language.

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Schedule an Appointment

Students immediately book a counseling appointment through TimelyCare, with next-day availability.

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Continue With the Same Counselor

Students can continue with the same counselor while their provider tracks progress throughout care.

FAQs

How does Scheduled Counseling work alongside a campus counseling center?

Scheduled Counseling extends your campus mental health resources with access to ongoing virtual therapy, helping your counseling team serve more students.

How can campus providers coordinate care with TimelyCare?

Campus providers can coordinate on students’ virtual care through TimelyCare’s HIPAA-compliant solution for messaging, sharing care plans, files, and visit documentation.

What if a student needs support between scheduled counseling sessions?

If your campus also offers TalkNow, students can access on-demand emotional support between scheduled counseling sessions when they need someone to talk to.

How does Scheduled Counseling support students in crisis?

Scheduled Counseling includes crisis assessment and support, so providers can respond based on the student’s needs during the visit.

Can a student be referred to Scheduled Counseling from TalkNow?

Yes. If ongoing counseling is appropriate and confirmed with the school, the provider can connect the student with Scheduled Counseling for ongoing therapy.

Can campuses purchase Scheduled Counseling separately from TalkNow?

Yes. Campuses can purchase Scheduled Counseling on its own or pair it with TalkNow based on their needs.

Ready to Expand Access to Ongoing Counseling?

Strengthen your campus mental health resources by offering virtual counseling with proven outcomes.

¹ Association for University and College Counseling Center Directors (AUCCCD), 2024-2025 Annual Survey Report – Public Version.
² Loren,D., Reuter,T., Palko,A., Bickham,N., Klein,K. V., & Booth,R. (2025). Examining the effectiveness and equity of fully virtual therapy for college students. Journal of American College Health,1–11. https://doi.org/10.1080/07448481.2025.2563025
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