Life-Threatening Emergency
If you are experiencing a medical emergency and/or know someone seriously considering suicide, call 9-1-1.

UTRGV Enrolled Students
If you experience an emotional crisis outside of the counseling office hours of 8am-5pm, Monday through Friday please contact The Vaqueros Crisis Line. The Vaqueros Crisis Line is a 24/7 confidential* helpline for enrolled UTRGV students experiencing an emotional crisis that may include suicidal thinking, thoughts of harming self or others, confusion, panic, or otherwise feeling distressed. A trained counselor will be available via telephone to provide assistance.

956-665-5555

You are not alone. There is help.

*Note: The following exceptions to confidentiality do exist. (a) Client case records may be used for the purpose of supervision, professional development, and consultation within the Center. In such cases, all efforts will be made to hide any unnecessary identifying information. (b) It is determined that you are a danger to yourself or someone else. (c) Abuse, neglect, or exploitation of children, the elderly, or disabled persons is suspected. (d) Sexual contact with another health professional is disclosed by the client. (e) The therapist is ordered by a court or otherwise required by law to disclose information. (f) You authorize in writing to release your information.

24-hour National Suicide & Prevention Lifeline:
(Dial: 988)

24-hour National Crisis Text Line:
(Text: Home to 741741)

For consultation services and/or additional information, please contact:

Vianey Gonzalez, LPC
Clinical Therapist
Email: Vianey.Gonzalez03@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 665-3302

Jessica Martinez, LCSW
Clinical Therapist
Email: Jessica.Martinez19@utrgv.edu
Phone: (956) 296-1692