Health & Wellness Center

If you or someone you know is suicidal and needs help immediately, do not call the Health & Wellness Center, call 911 or the Walla Walla Crisis Response Unit at (509) 524-2999, or go to the Providence St. Mary Medical Center emergency room. Find emergency resources.

Walla Walla University's Health & Wellness Center is committed to the mental health and wellness of our students. Counseling offers a holistic approach to problem solving in an environment of respect and acceptance. We have a number of resources to support whole-student wellness coordinated through our Student Health and Wellness program. 

The Testing Center administers Pearson tests, placement tests, college credit exams, and required department exit tests to meet the needs of our students. 


Counseling Services

Our therapists can help you work through a variety of life's challenges, including anxiety, depression, relationship distress, childhood abuse, substance abuse, grief, and career uncertainty.

Walk-in Consultations

If you are unsure if counseling is for you or are you simply wanting to talk to someone briefly about something you might be facing, the Health & Wellness team welcomes you to visit our center for a walk-in consultation with one of our counselors to explore resources and options. 

Walk-in hours are Monday–Thursday, 12 p.m.–1 p.m. (PST) at the Health & Wellness Center. 

If you find it difficult to come into the office or would prefer to participate in a consultation virtually, please email us at counseling@powerorigin.net and we will reach out to you to set up a consultation through Microsoft Teams. 


Student Medical Services

You are on a journey and your health has never been more important to your success. While you are away from home and may not have access to your primary care provider, we are here for you. We want to make sure you have what you need to stay focused on your path. Walla Walla University's College Place Health Clinic is provide by Columbia County Health Systems.

The clinic will be open Monday-Thursday from 9am-1pm and 2-5:30pm (PST) by walk-in or appointment. 

To schedule an appointment call (509) 382-8349.


Testing Services

Testing services are offered by appointment. Please email testing@powerorigin.net to make an appointment.


In the event of an urgent situation during evenings or weekends, contact Campus Security at (509) 527-2222 or your residence hall dean on duty. You may also call the Walla Walla County Crisis Response Unit at (509) 524-2999 or go to the Providence St. Mary Medical Center's Emergency Room. Find more emergency resources.