Mental Health and Wellness | Emory School of Medicine

Emory University School of Medicine is committed to the wellness and well-being of our students. Students at Emory School of Medicine have multiple resources to assist their well-being – Student Health, CAPS, small group advisors, the Center for Holistic Student Success, the Office of Multicultural Affairs, faculty, and administration.

If at any point you do not feel supported or need more support, please let someone know so we can identify additional help for you.

1:1 Sessions CAPS

Counseling and Psychological Services

Psychiatrist Appointments Student Health

Emory University Student Health Services

General Student Support CHSS

Center for Holistic Student Success

Wellness Guides

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EUSHIP In-Network Mental Health Providers

Mental Health from Anywhere

Emory SOM's Embedded Psychologists

Use the link below to schedule an initial consultation with one of the CAPS SOM-embedded psychologists. The initial consultation is scheduled for up to 25 minutes via Emory Zoom. During the consultation, the therapist will inquire about your needs and connect you with the services and resources that are most appropriate and effective to support you.

Note: Please schedule with only one therapist for one appointment at a time.

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Shujing Zhang, Ph.D.

Dr. Shujing Zhang, is an Emory Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) psychologist licensed in the state of Georgia and embedded mental health provider in the School of Medicine. Dr. Zhang provides mental health services to medical students and allied health students with evidence-based and culturally informed clinical practices.

Dr. Zhang earned her PhD in Counseling Psychology from the University of Georgia. She has also obtained an MS Ed in Counseling and Mental Health Services and an MPhil Ed in Professional Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania. Her Bachelor of Science degree is in psychology from University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.

Karia Kelch-Oliver, Ph.D.

Dr. Kelch-Oliver is an experienced Psychologist with a demonstrated history of working in a health care organization, academic medical school-affiliated clinic and hospital, community mental health, and various other settings. She is skilled in child and family psychotherapy, integrated behavioral health consultation in primary care, depression and anxiety, ADHD, and family issues.

Dr. Kelch-Oliver received her training and education from Emory University School of Medicine, Georgia State University, University of Maryland, and Howard University.