Supporting wellbeing and mental health
Supporting Wellbeing and Mental Health
Harvard University prioritizes raising awareness of available mental health services, improving access to and availability of these services, and implementing new services on campus. The University also provides services and resources to support wellbeing.
Wellbeing Week – April 6-10, 2026
Sponsored by the Student Wellbeing Council, Wellbeing Week is a a week filled with activities designed to promote wellbeing and social connection. It also provides information about the University’s mental health resources.
Monday, April 6
Friendship & Florals
Take a moment to rest and reconnect with nature while making flower bouquets for yourself or your friends!
Tuesday, April 7
Mindful Drinking – Choosing to Drink Differently
Join us for an educational session on mindful drinking and non-alcohol alternative drinks. Presentation will be followed by an interactive mocktail station.
12:30am – 1:30pm
Graduate Student Lounge 204, Lehman Hall, Harvard Yard
Speaker: Patrick Dooling, Founder of Dray, HBS ‘10
Registration link (Students with HUID only, all schools – limited to 30 guests)
Tuesday, April 7
Neurocognitive Pathways in Academic Trajectories: Addressing Imposter Syndrome and Enhancing Holistic Well-Being
Join us for a talk by Dr. Stephanie Pinder-Amaker centered on academic wellbeing, looking at student challenges that stem from uncertainty and pressure in academic environments. The talk will be followed by lunch and a facilitated conversation.
12:00 – 1:30pm
Lahey Conference Room, Countway Library, Longwood Campus
Presenter:
Dr. Stephanie Pinder-Amaker (confirmed), Vice Chair, Dept. of Engagement and Enrichment, and Founding Director, College Mental Health Program, McLean Hospital, Associate Professor, Harvard Medical School
Registration link (Students with HUID only, all schools – limited to 40 guests)
Wednesday, April 8
Silent Savasana: Mingle and Flow
An immersive silent yoga experience with a live mocktail bar and light refreshments. Some mats will be available, but you are encouraged to bring your own
3:00 – 4:00pm
Sever Lawn, Harvard Yard
(Inclement weather location: 3:00 – 4:00 pm Hemenway Gymnasium)
Registration link (Students with HUID only, all schools – limited to 40 guests)
Wednesday, April 8
Compassion in Action: The Science of Caring
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Hosted by Thich Nhat Hank Center for Mindfulness in Public Health at T. H. Chan School of Public Health
Thursday, April 9
Write Before It’s Over (Postcard Writing Event)
Let’s bring back snail mail! Between schoolwork and everything else, it’s easy to let appreciation for the people who matter most go unsaid. Before we scatter across the world for the summer / post-graduation, come take 20 minutes to slow down and write a postcard to a classmate, a mentor, a friend, or someone else who shaped your time here. We’ll supply the postcards and decorating supplies, pens and distribute letters for you.
11:00am – 2:00pm
Spangler Center Lounge, Harvard Business School
Learn more about the event (drop-in event) (Students with HUID only, all schools)
Thursday, April 9
Guided Meditations with the Wellness Center
12:15 – 12:45pm
Hosted by the Center for Wellness and Health Promotion
Thursday, April 9
Wellness Tea-chings
Join us for a panel discussion with Harvard staff to learn more about Harvard’s resources for student wellness and wellbeing.
2:30 – 3:30pm
Lehman Hall 201, Harvard Yard
Panelists:
Sydney McCartin, Interim Director of Health Promotion, Center for Wellness and Health Promotion
Emma Smith, Health Educator/Prevention Specialist, Center for Wellness and Health Promotion
Daniel Moreno, Urgent Care Coordinator/Access Clinician, Counseling and Mental Health Services (CAMHS)
Register to attend (Students with HUID only, all schools – limited to 30 guests)
Thursday, April 9
Learn to Play Tennis Clinic
Learn tennis in fun, small-group sessions led by a pro!
7:30-9:00pm
Murr Tennis Center, Allston Athletics Campus
Register to attend (Students with HUID only, all schools – limited spots available)
Friday, April 3
Guided Meditations with the Wellness Center
12:15 – 12:45pm
Hosted by the Center for Wellness and Health Promotion
Resources for students
Your mental health matters. Harvard has a variety of resources that can help.
Resources for faculty, staff, postdocs, and fellows
Learn more about how you can support the well-being of our student community and yourself.
Featured Resources
Timely Care
Harvard has partnered with TimelyCare, a virtual health and wellbeing platform, to expand access to no-cost mental health and wellness services for registered students.
Counseling and Mental Health Services
CAMHS delivers an array of mental health services and helps students connect with the many additional resources available within and beyond Harvard.
Center for Wellness and Health Promotion
Through workshops, services, and classes, the Center for Wellness and Health Promotion supports student wellbeing. Topics include physical activity, sleep, meditation, alcohol use, and more.
Initiatives
Wellbeing Project Fund
The Wellbeing Project Fund is open to students, faculty, or staff with ideas for initiatives that promote wellbeing.
Healthy Minds Survey
In spring 2025, Harvard asked degree-seeking students to complete the Healthy Minds Survey to share their experiences and feedback related to mental health on campus. Results are now available.
Task Force for Managing Student Mental Health
In February 2019, then-Provost Alan Garber convened a Task Force for Managing Student Mental Health. Learn more about the work of the task force, including its findings and recommendations.
Quick advice
Need help after hours?
Call the CAMHS Cares Line at (617) 495-2042. CAMHS Cares is a 24/7 support line for Harvard students and those supporting students.
