Young adults and college
Starting out on your own is a lot. Support is out there, on campus and off.
On campus
- College counseling centers are free or low cost for students.
- Disability services offices can set up accommodations for mental health conditions.
- The Jed Foundation has guides for students and families.
Off campus
- Find a therapist near you.
- Many therapists offer video visits, which can fit around classes and work.
Paying for it
- You can stay on a parent's health plan until age 26.
- Student health plans usually cover counseling.
- See Paying for care.
Last reviewed: October 2026. Programs, phone lines, and rules change. Check with the program named on this page. Report outdated or wrong information.