Counseling and Psychological Services has started a new informal counseling service for Northwestern students.

Titled “Let’s Talk,” the drop-in service aims to provide undergraduate and graduate students an opportunity to talk about a variety of concerns. “Let’s Talk” does not require an appointment and students are seen on a first-come, first-served basis.

Counselors consultants are available on Wednesdays from 1 to 2 p.m. at the International Student Office and Fridays from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Multicultural Student Affairs center. On Fridays, there will also be Spanish-speaking counselors available.

CAPS emphasized “Let’s Talk” is not an alternative to psychotherapy or formal counseling and does not constitute mental health treatment. However, the service offers students who have never been to counseling an opportunity to experience it on an informal basis.

Student requests for CAPS increased 19 percent Fall Quarter, executive director John Dunkle told The Daily earlier this year.

(Demand for CAPS up 19 percent as search for third new counselor continues)

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