mental health services
Your Well-Being Comes First
At Iowa Lakes, your well-being matters. We know that balancing college, life, and personal challenges can feel overwhelming. That’s why we are proud to offer a range of free mental health and wellness services for all Iowa Lakes students. These resources are designed to support you through stressful times and help you succeed both academically and personally.
Free Mental Health Services
Synergy Therapy
Receive up to six FREE one-on-one counseling sessions via video sessions with licensed professionals.
Mental Health Assessments
Take advantage of tools to better understand your mental health. These assessments can help identify challenges and guide you to the right support.
Seasons Center for Behavioral Health
Receive up to six FREE one-on-one counseling sessions via in-person appointment. Students on the Emmetsburg, Estherville, or Spencer campus are able to make an appointment with Seasons Center for Behavioral Health by contacting their educational counselor.
Licensed, Professional. Experienced Therapists.
Synergy eTherapy is a FREE teletherapy resource available to students currently enrolled at Iowa Lakes to help improve overall mental health and well-being.
Students receive traditional mental health counseling that is convenient to them. No more taking time off of work or school, with night and weekend appointments available. Students will experience an easy to use website and online scheduling.
Services Offered
- One-on-One Counseling
- Phone & Video Sessions
- Six FREE Sessions
Focus Areas (may include but are not limited to)
- Stress & Anxiety
- Depression & Sadness
- Relationship Struggles
- Grief, Loss, or Change of Life
- Substance Abuse, Gambling or Other Addictions
- Chronic Pain & Medical Issues
- Mood and Behavior Issues
If you’re a Veteran in crisis or concerned about one, connect with qualified Veterans Crisis Line responders for
confidential help.
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) services range from posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), psychological effects of military sexual trauma (MST), depression, grief, anxiety, and other needs.
This service is private, free, and available 24/7.
Call: 988, then select 1
Text: 838255
Find your nearest VA Medical Center: www.va.gov/find-locations/?facilityType=health
For more information, visit www.va.gov/health-care/health-needs-conditions/mental-health
Questions? Let's Talk
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Jacque Carstens Educational Counselor/Academic Advisor 712-580-8627 | jcarstens@iowalakes.edu Spencer Campus |
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Jody Condon Professor & Educational Counselor 712-362-7990 | jcondon@iowalakes.edu Estherville Campus |
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Shante Whalen Assistant Professor/Educational Counselor/Student Senate Advisor 712-580-8654 | swhalen@iowalakes.edu Spencer and Emmetsburg Campus |
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available.
Call or text the Crisis Line at 988 or chat 988lifeline.org.


