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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:10.5pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:#595959'>Proudly Presents<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:22.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:black'>“Let’s Talk” Pilot Program<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Fall 2011<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:#C50000'>http://caps.uh.edu<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>CAPS is excited to announce the launch of the Let’s Talk Pilot Program at the University of Houston. The Let’s<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Talk Pilot Program will begin at the beginning of the fall 2011 semester in the Athletics Department and in the<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>College of Engineering. Please advertise the program with students, faculty and staff in your department and<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>college. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact your CAPS Let’s Talk therapist directly:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:black'>Athletics Department: Dr. Brent Lane: 713-743-5408<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:black'>College of Engineering: Dr. Kay Brumbaugh: 713-743-5406<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:black'>Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS): 713-743-5454<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:#C00000'>Beginning September 26, 2011 from 8 a.m.-10 a.m. in E214 Engineering Bldg. 2<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>What is “Let’s Talk?”<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>"Let's Talk" is a program that provides easy access to informal confidential consultations with therapists from<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). CAPS therapists hold walk-in hours at sites around campus for<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>two hours during the week. There is no appointment or fee necessary.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>What happens during a visit to "Let's Talk?"<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Appointments are first-come, first-served. Usually there is not much of a wait. The therapist will listen closely to<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>your concerns and provide support, perspective, and suggestions for resources.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>How is "Let's Talk" different from Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Therapists at CAPS provide ongoing counseling, which usually consists of 45-50 minute appointments. "Let's<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Talk" is not formal counseling: it is a drop-in service where students can have an informal consultation with a<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>therapist from time to time.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>This service is open to all University of Houston students, staff and faculty. "Let's Talk" is the best fit for the<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>following people:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:SymbolMT;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Students who are not sure about counseling and wonder what it's like to talk with a therapist.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:SymbolMT;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Students who are not interested in ongoing counseling but would like the perspective of a therapist.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:SymbolMT;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Students who have a specific problem and would like to briefly discuss the issue with a therapist.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:SymbolMT;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Students who have a concern about a friend and want some guidance and support about how to address the<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>issue.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:SymbolMT;color:black'> </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Faculty or staff who want to consult with a therapist about an individual or student of concern.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:#C50000'><a href="http://caps.uh.edu">http://caps.uh.edu</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond-Bold","serif";color:#C50000'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:14.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>Would going to "Let's Talk" help me figure out what to do about an issue of concern?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Absolutely. The therapist will talk through your issue with you and help you determine the best way to get help. If<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>you feel comfortable with the therapist, it may be possible to meet with him or her at CAPS for ongoing<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>treatment.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>I called CAPS and spoke with a therapist. He recommended a referral to a<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>therapist in Houston. Can I go to "Let's Talk" instead?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Since regular counseling visits are not available at "Let's Talk," following up with the referral is a good idea.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>I'm currently seeing a therapist at CAPS, and I would like to talk to someone sooner than my next appointment. Can I go to "Let's Talk"?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>It's best to contact your therapist directly to see if he or she can see you sooner. It is always important to remain<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>consistent with current treatment established between you and your therapist. If you are experiencing a crisis, you<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>can come to CAPS at any time during office hours for a prompt in-person evaluation. If it is after business hours<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>and you are in imminent crisis, please call 911 or one of the following numbers: MHMRA at 713-970-7000, Crisis<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>Intervention of Houston at 713-468-5463 and UH Department of Public Safety at 713-743–3333 and ask to be<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>transferred to your assigned therapist.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>I'm currently seeing a therapist at CAPS, and I'm not happy with how things are going. Can I go to "Let's Talk" instead?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>The best thing to do in this situation is to talk directly with your therapist. Therapists are eager to receive your<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>feedback. Often, an open conversation about your concern helps to resolve any concerns that you may have about<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>your treatment at CAPS. If, after talking with your therapist, you prefer to transfer to someone else, just ask your<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>therapist directly or call the front desk at CAPS.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>Is “Let’s Talk” the same as therapy?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>“Let's Talk” is not a substitute for psychotherapy or formal counseling and does not constitute mental health<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>treatment. Let's Talk therapists provide informal consultations to help the campus community with specific<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>problems and to introduce them to what it's like to speak with a therapist. Your Let's Talk therapist can help you<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>determine whether formal counseling at CAPS would be useful for you and, if appropriate, assist you in scheduling<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>an appointment.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>Let's Talk visits are confiden</span></b><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>ti</span></b><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>al. Are there any limits to confiden</span></b><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif";color:black'>ti</span></b><b><span style='font-size:16.0pt;font-family:"Calibri-Bold","sans-serif";color:black'>ality?<o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>“Let’s Talk” discussions with CAPS therapists are considered confidential; however, Texas law may require the<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center;text-autospace:none'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>therapist to disclose some or all of the information under certain limited circumstances. If you have concerns<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'>about disclosure, ask the CAPS therapist for a more complete explanation of disclosure requirements.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Garamond","serif";color:black'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal align=center style='text-align:center'><img border=0 width=589 height=61 id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image001.png@01CC784E.B79306B0"> <img border=0 width=597 height=62 id="Picture_x0020_2" src="cid:image002.png@01CC784E.B79306B0"><o:p></o:p></p></div></body></html>