Join our Drum Circle for a fun and therapeutic experience! Connect with others, release stress, and boost your mood through the power of rhythm. No experience needed—just bring yourself and a willingness to explore healing through music! All are welcome.
Time: 11am – 12pm
Spring 2025 Dates:
Join our mental health support group, created to provide a safe and supportive space for MJC students. This is an opportunity to connect with others, share experiences, and build a sense of community while exploring various mental health-related topics. Free snacks and refreshments will be available.
Location: West Campus, Yosemite Hall Room A106
Time: 11am – 12pm
Dates:
Modesto Junior College students have no cost, 24/7 access to virtual mental health care services with TimelyCare. No insurance needed.
Modesto Junior College students have FREE, 24/7 access to virtual care services with TimelyCare — the virtual health and well-being platform from TimelyMD, designed for college students. Students do not need insurance to access TimelyCare services. Students have access to TimelyCare services 365 days a year. That means you have access during breaks, after-hours, and any time you need support!
No cost, 1-on-1, one-hour appointments with mental health providers. Students are eligible for up to 6 sessions per semester.
To make an appointment with a mental health provider or for general questions, please contact us by phone or email.
Lynn Bristow, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor at Modesto Junior College Health Services since 2018, provides brief therapy/counseling to students and supervises our Masters in Social Work Interns from CSU Stanislaus. Lynn, once an MJC student and the first in her family to obtain a college degree (but not the last!), has an extensive background in providing mental health and support services to the community in a variety of settings. Lynn has worked with people as young as 2 years old to over 100. Lynn graduated from CSU, Fresno with her Masters of Social Work degree and was licensed in 2005. Lynn knows the struggle of being a student, working, and having family commitments all at the same time. Lynn loves the fact that at MJC you don’t have to have a “mental illness” to get services, if you want support, or to brainstorm ideas to improve self-care (being a student is hard) or want to work on issues like anxiety, depression, grief, etc., then the door is open to all active students.
Contact Health Services at (209) 575-6038 or mjchealthservices@mjc.edu to schedule an appointment with Lynn.
Alejandra is a dedicated mental health professional pursuing her Master of Social Work (MSW) degree at CSU, Stanislaus. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and has over seven years of experience in supporting diverse communities with effective mental health strategies.
With six years in K-12 education, Alejandra has taught social-emotional skills and collaborated with staff and parents to foster student growth and reduce mental health stigma. As a first-generation Mexican American college student, she understands the pressures of balancing school, family, and social commitments.
Alejandra completed her first-year internship at Modesto Junior College and is excited to return for the 2024-2025 academic year. Fluent in English and Spanish, she offers culturally sensitive support to connect deeply with her students.
Contact Health Services at (209) 575-6038 or mjchealthservices@mjc.edu to schedule an appointment with Alejandra.
Eduardo Manzo is a dedicated and compassionate individual pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) at CSU Stanislaus, holding a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology. He brings a wealth of experience in community engagement and mental health support, with a background in client relations. Eduardo has developed strong communication and collaboration skills, enabling him to effectively connect individuals with essential resources. His experience working with youth has deepened his commitment to fostering positive relationships and promoting mental well-being. As a first-generation college graduate and alumnus of MJC, Eduardo is passionate about making a difference and eager to apply his diverse skills and empathetic approach at MJC as a mental health provider, focusing on supporting students in their unique journeys.
Contact Health Services at (209) 575-6038 or mjchealthservices@mjc.edu to schedule an appointment with Eduardo.
MindWise on Campus is an online training that uses video and interactive learning to teach you how to ACT (Acknowledge, Care, Tell) if you are worried about yourself or someone's mental health.
There is nothing to set up or activate. Follow these simple steps:
Mental Health First Aid is a skills-based training course that teaches participants to identify, understand, and respond when encountering someone with a mental health and/or substance-use issue. To learn about obtaining certification, contact Health Services.
