MCC Launches “Let’s Talk” to Offer Free Drop-in Services from Wellness Resource Center

In support of the whole student, Middlesex Community College launched Let’s Talk, a free and confidential drop-in service from the college’s Wellness Resource Center (WRC). Offered weekly in both Bedford and Lowell, the meetings provide an opportunity to talk with a wellness counselor without having to make an appointment.

“Students often face many challenges and barriers when attending college, in addition to the external stressors in their personal and professional lives,” said Amy Mahoney, LICSW, MCC’s Wellness Counselor. “Our Let’s Talk series makes counseling more accessible, helping the process feel less daunting in terms of commitment or time. Students will have the opportunity to process their thoughts and feelings in a safe environment.”

Throughout the Fall semester, Let’s Talk will be offered from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. on Tuesdays in the Lowell Cowan Center and on Wednesdays in the Bedford Enrollment Center. Students can drop in to a virtual session from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Fridays. Registration is not required.

“Our Let’s Talk series makes counseling more accessible, helping the process feel less daunting in terms of commitment or time. Students will have the opportunity to process their thoughts and feelings in a safe environment.” - Amy Mahoney, LICSW, MCC’s Wellness Counselor

Talking with students one-on-one, the wellness counselor will listen to concerns and offer support, perspective, problem-solving, and suggestions for resources. This provides students with an opportunity to learn what it is like to receive support through a mental health provider.

“Let’s Talk sessions are informal, you just drop by during the timeframe and wait for your turn to speak with a counselor for 10 to 15 minutes,” said Michael Chan, MCC’s WRC Intern from William James College. “We can talk through a problem you’re having, whether you’re feeling stressed or anxious, finding classes to be too difficult, worried about your family and friends, or more. Drop in to talk things through!”

Students who wish to continue speaking with an MCC wellness counselor can make an appointment with Mahoney or Chan. Counseling sessions help students accomplish personal and academic goals in a private and confidential meeting.

Visit the Wellness Resource Center webpage for more information.