Mental Health Support That

Understands the College Student Journey

15,000+
College Students Served Annually
<48
Hours
Referral to First Appointment
Evening/Weekend
Appointments Available
Little to No Cost
Through Campus Partnerships

Built by Someone Who's Been There

Dr. Deepak, MD
Board-Certified Psychiatrist | Community College Graduate | USC Keck School of Medicine

The Journey That Built Wellity

Dr. Deepak didn't take the traditional path to medical school. He started at community college, working nearly full-time to support himself while taking classes. What should have been a two-year journey took longer—not because of lack of ability, but because he was navigating school with undiagnosed ADHD and zero access to mental health care.
"I had no idea I had ADHD," Dr. Deepak reflects. "I just thought I wasn't working hard enough, wasn't focused enough. I watched classmates transfer on time while I struggled to balance work, school, and symptoms I didn't understand. There was no mental health support available—or if there was, I didn't know how to find it."
He eventually transferred to UC Davis, then went on to medical school, and finally completed his psychiatry residency at USC's Keck School of Medicine. It was during residency at USC—while training to become a psychiatrist—that he finally got diagnosed and treated for ADHD.
The irony wasn't lost on him: He was learning to treat others for the exact condition that had made his own education unnecessarily difficult.
"Every community college student working full-time and struggling with anxiety or depression, every student who doesn't know how to ask for help, every student whose mental health is derailing their education—I see myself in them. And I know that with the right support, at the right time, they can thrive."

Wellity Health was founded on a simple mission: No student should have their educational journey derailed by lack of access to mental health care.

This isn't just a business. It's a mission born from lived experience.

You Deserve More Than a 6-Session Limit and a 3-Week Wait

Long Wait Times

Session Limits

Limited Services

That's where Wellity comes in. We partner with your campus counseling center to provide what they can't—immediate access, ongoing treatment, psychiatry, and specialized care.

Fast Access, Flexible Scheduling. Specialized Care.

Get Seen Quickly

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Students referred to Wellity are typically seen within 48 hours. Same- and next-day appointments are available for urgent needs.
What This Means for You:
  • No 3-week waits when you need help now
  • Crisis appointments same-day or next-day
  • You start treatment while you're motivated, not after you've given up

Evening & Weekend Appointments

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Students referred to Wellity can access evening and weekend sessions. Telehealth options make scheduling around classes and work easier.
What This Means for You:
  • You don't have to choose between work and mental health
  • No missing class for appointments
  • Therapy fits your schedule, not the other way around

Get Medication Support

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Students referred to Wellity can see a board-certified psychiatrist when medication is needed. Therapy and psychiatry are coordinated as one care team.
What This Means for You:
  • Medication management when you need it
  • No separate referrals to figure out
  • Therapist and psychiatrist actually talk to each other about your care

Intensive Programs When You Need More

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Students referred to Wellity can access PHP, IOP, and other specialized programs. Higher levels of care are available when standard treatment isn’t enough.
What This Means for You:
  • You don't fall through the cracks when things get challenging
  • Alternatives to taking medical leave or dropping out
  • Specialized care most campus counseling centers simply can't provide

Complete Mental Health Care for College Students

Individual Therapy

One-on-one therapy with licensed clinicians specializing in college student mental health.
Access:
Within 48 hours, including evenings and weekends.

Group Therapy

Therapist-led groups designed specifically for college students navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, social stress, and life transitions.
Students build practical skills, gain peer support, and learn they’re not alone in what they’re experiencing.

Psychiatry & Medication Management

Board-certified psychiatrists providing diagnosis and medication management in coordination with your therapist.
Access:
First appointment within 3–5 days.

Intensive Programs (When Weekly Therapy Isn't Enough)

PHP
Partial Hospitalization Program:
Full-day structured treatment (5 days/week) for severe depression, anxiety, or crisis.
Alternative to hospitalization.
IOP
Intensive Outpatient Program:
Step-down or higher-support program beyond weekly therapy.
For students needing added structure while staying in school.

Specialized Services

ADHD Comprehensive Care:

Diagnostic evaluation, medication management, and academic coordination.

Neuropsychological Testing:

ADHD and learning disability evaluations with cognitive testing and diagnostic clarity.

Interventional Psychiatry:

TMS and ketamine therapy for treatment-resistant depression.

Getting Help Is Simpler Than You Think

01
Talk to Your Campus Counseling Center
They’ll connect you to Wellity if additional support is needed.
02
We Contact You Within 24 Hours
Our team schedules your first appointment and handles the details.
03
Start Treatment Fast
Most students are seen within 48 hours.

Cost to You

For most students: Little to no cost.
Through campus partnerships and health plan coverage, most students pay little to no cost. We verify your benefits upfront so there are no surprises.

Mental Health Challenges We Treat

We work with college students dealing with:
01
Depression and feeling stuck
02
Anxiety and panic attacks
03
ADHD and executive functioning challenges
04
Trauma and PTSD
05
Eating disorders and body image issues
06
Substance use concerns
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Suicidal thoughts or self-harm
08
Relationship and family conflict
09
Identity questions and life direction
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Academic stress and burnout
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Grief and loss
12
Adjusting to college life
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If you're struggling, we can help — or connect you with someone who can.

What Students Want to Know

Will my parents find out I'm in therapy?
If you're 18 or older, your therapy iscompletely confidential. We can't share anything with your parents (or anyoneelse) without your written permission. Your campus won't know the details ofwhat you talk about in sessions—only that you're receiving services.The only exceptions are serious safetysituations: if you're at risk of hurting yourself or someone else, or ifthere's child abuse involved.
I don't think therapy works / I tried it before and it didn't help.
We hear this a lot. If therapy didn't help before, it might be because:
  • The therapist wasn't the right fit
  • The approach wasn't right for what you needed
  • You didn't have enough time (6-8 sessions isn't enough for many issues)
  • Other things in your life made it hard to engage
We match you with therapists who specialize in college student issues, we use approaches proven to work, and we don't have arbitrary session limits. If something isn't working, we adjust.
Do I need therapy or medication—or both?
You don't have to figure this outyourself. When you have your first appointment, your therapist or psychiatristwill help you understand what might help most.
Generally: Therapy gives you tools andskills. Medication can address biological/chemical aspects of mental health.Many people benefit from both working together.
How often will I have appointments?
Depends on what you need. Most people start with weekly therapy sessions. If you're in crisis or dealing with something severe, you might meet more often initially. Once you're feeling better, some people space out to every other week or monthly.
For psychiatry: You might meet every 1-2 weeks when starting medication, then monthly or every few months once things are stable.
Can I keep my same therapist if I transfer schools or graduate?
If you're staying in California, yes—weserve students statewide through telehealth. If you're moving out of state,we'll help you find appropriate care in your new location and provide a warmtransition.
What if I'm having a mental health crisis?
During business hours: Contact your campus counseling center or call Wellity directly for same-day crisis appointments.
After hours/weekends: Call 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) for 24/7 support, or go to your nearest emergency room if you're in immediate danger.
For established Wellity patients: We provide crisis support and coordination for students actively in our care.
What if I don't have insurance or my insurance doesn't cover it?
Through campus partnerships, many students receive services at no cost regardless of insurance status. When you're referred by your counseling center, we verify coverage and let you know what to expect.
For students without coverage through campus programs, we work with Medi-Cal, Medicare, most commercial insurance, and offer sliding scale options.

Extending Your Counseling Center's Capacity

Campus counseling centers are doing vital work with impossible caseloads. You're not failing your students—the system is failing you. Wellity Health partners with colleges and universities to provide what counseling centers can't: immediate overflow capacity, psychiatric services, intensive programs, and specialized treatments.

We don't replace your counseling center. We extend what you can offer.

Track 1:
Public Institutions
Community Colleges,
CSUs, UCs
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Primary Funding:
California CYBHI
Partnership Model:
State-funded behavioral health services for eligible students.
What's Included:
  • 48-hour access
  • Psychiatry & medication management
  • Evening/weekend telehealth
  • PHP/IOP programs
  • Specialized services (ADHD, testing, interventional psychiatry)
  • Care coordination & outcome reporting
Best For:
  • Community colleges
  • Commuter campuses
  • Institutions expanding access without budget impact
Track 2:
Private Universities
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Primary Funding:
Student health plan partnerships
Partnership Model:
Services delivered through students’ existing insurance plans.
What's Included:
  • Full-spectrum behavioral health services
  • Psychiatry & specialized care
  • Evening/weekend access
  • Coordination with campus counseling
  • Seamless referral process
Best For:
  • Universities with strong student health plans
  • Campuses increasing capacity without hiring staff

Implementation Process

Step
01
Discovery & Needs Assessment (Week 1-2)
Assess needs, gaps, funding, and technology.
Step
02
Partnership Design & Launch (Week 3-6)
Build the model, train staff, and launch services.
Step
03
Launch & Ongoing Support (Month 3+)
Operate, report outcomes, and continuously improve.
Typical Timeline:
60-90 days from partnership agreement to full service delivery

Not Just a Platform. A True Clinical Partner.

Platform-Only Models
Therapists only—limited psychiatric access
Marketplace model with contracted clinicians
Medication management requires external referral
Telehealth only—no in-person or intensive options
Transactional appointment scheduling
Limited care coordination with campus counseling
Technology-first, clinical-second approach
Wellity Health Approach
Licensed therapists AND board-certified psychiatrists
Employed clinical teams with direct accountability
Medication management integrated with therapy
Hybrid delivery: telehealth + in-person + intensive programs (PHP/IOP)
Full continuum including crisis services and interventional psychiatry
Clinical excellence with technology enablement
Leadership with deep school-based mental health experience—our CSO completed clinical training in schools and spent 12+ years in adolescent behavioral health

Outcomes That Matter

87% of students show measurable clinical improvement within 90 days

Clinical Outcomes:

76%
Reduction in depression symptoms (PHQ-9)
68%
Reduction in anxiety symptoms (GAD-7)
94%
Treatment engagement rate

Access & Satisfaction:

<48
hours
Average referral to first appointment
Evening/weekend
Appointments available
94%
Student satisfaction rating

Leadership Built for Students

Dr. Deepak, MD
- Founder Founder & CEO
Board-Certified Psychiatrist | Community College to UC Davis to USC Psychiatry
Dr. Deepak's journey from community college through medical school shapes everything about how Wellity serves college students. This isn't theoretical—it's lived experience translated into clinical infrastructure.
Monique, LMFT
- Chief Strategy Officer
School-Based Mental Health Expert | Adolescent/Young Adult Specialist
Monique completed clinical training at Fremont Unified School District and built Wellity's adolescent and transition-age youth programming. Her career is dedicated to students and young adults navigating mental health challenges during critical developmental periods.

For Students

If you're struggling, talk to your campus counseling center about Wellity services.

Most students we serve pay little to nothing through campus partnerships and health plan coverage. You deserve support that fits your schedule, your needs, and your life.
In Crisis?
  • Call 988 (Suicide and Crisis Lifeline) - 24/7 support
  • Text "HELLO" to 741741 (Crisis Text Line)
  • Go to your nearest emergency room if in immediate danger

For Campus Administrators

Let's discuss how Wellity can extend your counseling center's capacity and serve more students effectively.
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Partnership discussions open now for early 2026 launch
Contact:
mail
colleges@wellityhealth.com
phone
(510) 952-1190