Provision of Psychiatric Services: Counseling and Psychological Services
Purpose:
To describe requirements for receiving psychiatric services at CAPS.
Applies to:
All eligible KU students who receive services at CAPS.
Campus:
Edwards
Lawrence
Juniper Gardens
Parsons
Yoder
Topeka
Policy Statement:
In order for all symptoms to be evaluated for medical causes before the psychiatric appointment, a physical exam and lab work must be completed prior to scheduling the appointment. CAPS clients receiving medication from the CAPS psychiatrist will also be involved in regular, ongoing therapy with a CAPS therapist.
Consequences:
Referral to another treatment provider.
Contact:
Director, Counseling and Psychological Services
University of Kansas
1200 Schwegler Drive, Room 2100
Lawrence, KS 66045
785-864-2277
Approved by:
Director of Counseling and Psychological Services
Approved on:
Monday, April 7, 2008
Effective on:
Monday, April 7, 2008
Review Cycle:
Annual (As Needed)
Keywords:
psychiatry; eligibility
Change History:
06/25/2018: Updated Contact section.
04/07/2008: Approved by Michael Lynch Maestas, Ph.D.; reviewed policy.
Student Life Categories:
Health & Wellness
