What to Expect at a CAPE Appointment

Connecting with CAPE can feel unfamiliar, especially when the reason for reaching out is personal or difficult to describe.

CAPE counselors provide confidential, nonjudgmental support. There is no need to prepare a statement, decide what an experience should be called, or know what kind of help is needed before an appointment.

Starting the Conversation

A CAPE counselor will introduce themselves, explain CAPE鈥檚 role, and review confidentiality and its limits.

The conversation may begin with a simple question about what brought someone in or what kind of support would be helpful.

There is no expectation to share names, provide every detail, or discuss anything that does not feel relevant to the conversation.

What Can Be Discussed

A conversation with CAPE can focus on whatever feels most important at the time.

Safety

Concerns about unwanted contact, stalking, threats, seeing someone on campus or at work, or other situations affecting safety.

Health & Well-Being

Medical concerns, stress, sleep, concentration, emotional well-being, or questions about available health and support resources.

School, Work & Daily Life

Concerns involving classes, work, housing, relationships, family, or other parts of daily life affected by what is happening.

Options & Resources

Questions about medical care, Title IX, law enforcement, legal resources, supportive measures, or other campus and community options.

Supporting Someone Else

Questions about how to support a friend, student, colleague, or family member who may be experiencing interpersonal harm.

Not every conversation includes all of these topics. Support can focus on one immediate question, several concerns, or simply creating space to talk through what is happening.

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What to Expect When You Contact CAPE