Health and Psychological Services

University Health Services provides a wide variety of health services to the University community from its modern, campus-based facility—from primary health care needs that include vaccinations and routine blood tests to off-hours urgent care. Ultrasound services are also available in the clinic. In addition to providing medical and critical care assessment, the clinic offer referrals to local physicians and to the SGU psychological services center.

The clinic is open with physicians in attendance on weekdays 7 am – 7 pm. Student walk-ins are available, but appointments are necessary for immediate families of students, staff, faculty, and outpatients. Additionally, there is daily 24-hour coverage by well- credentialed physicians to provide students with emergency care when the clinic is not open. Medical emergencies in Grenada are referred to the Grenada General Hospital or St. Augustine Medical Services. University Health Services also facilitates air evacuation when indicated.

Clinic Location
The clinic can be found on the main campus in Carriacou Hall, which is located on lower campus adjacent to Charter Hall.

Hours of Operation
The clinic is open weekdays from 7 am – 7 pm, during which time physicians are in attendance throughout. Vaccinations are administered daily. In addition, routine bloodwork is drawn daily between 7:30 am and noon, and ultrasound services are available on weekdays from 9 am – 5 pm.

Appointments are necessary for immediate families of students, staff, faculty, and outpatients.

Off Hours
A physician and a nurse are on call 7 pm – 7 am, Monday through Friday, and 24 hours a day on weekends and holidays. These providers are reached by calling the Resident Assistant,  by calling the nurse on call, or through calling security at 777. The nurse on call can be contacted at (473) 407-2791.

Acute Care
All acute care cases are referred to the Grenada General Hospital or to a local private clinic. Occasionally, cases are referred to Trinidad, Barbados, or to the United States.

Service Costs
Cost for consultation is EC $85. Laboratory work sent out, medications, and vaccinations are charged to the patient at cost.

Physiotherapy
Consultant physiotherapy services are available at the on-campus clinic through a collaboration with the Grenada Physiotherapy & Pain Relief Centre.  Contact UHS for more information or to schedule an appointment.

Contact Us
Director: Katherine Bourne-Yearwood, MBBS
Phone: (473) 444-4671
Fax: (473) 444-1956
Email: clinic@sgu.edu

The Psychological Services Center (PSC) offers a wide variety of confidential services to SGU students and employees and, occasionally, other members of the Grenadian community. These include:

• Individual counseling and psychotherapy
• Group counseling and psychotherapy
• Family and couples counseling and psychotherapy
• Performance enhancement
• Psychological disability services
• Alcohol and drug programs
• Career counseling
• Crisis intervention during psychological emergencies and post-disaster
• Psychotropic medication consultation
• Trainings, workshops, and seminars (e.g., paraprofessional counseling, stress management, substance abuse prevention)

Our clinicians can assist with navigating much of the more challenging aspects of the human experience including:

• Interpersonal conflicts
• Learning difficulties
• Psychological disabilities
• Self-esteem and personal growth problems
• Sexuality and gender issues
• Alcohol and drug abuse
• Eating and sleep concerns
• Understanding cultural differences
• Adjusting to St. George’s University and Grenada
• Anxiety and stress management
• Depression
• Loss and grief
• Career uncertainty

PSC FAQs
Q: Who are the PSC clinicians?
A: The PSC is directed by Dr. Cecilia Rougier. The service’s clinicians include psychologists, psychotherapists and physicians. For individual bios, please visit the Staff page of the PSC website at www.sgu.edu/psc.

Q: What are the most critical stress factors for students in the university setting?
A: Particularly stressful are:

• Adjustment to university life and the pressure of studies in a new environment without the accustomed supports of home.
• Attempting to concentrate on rigorous studies when distressed by the worries of everyday human life.
• Test and other performance-related anxieties.
• Burnout.  Preventing burnout is critical in the health care profession. Students who don’t work on burnout prevention almost inevitably get burned out. Most of the students (and faculty) we served in late 2020 met some or all criteria for burnout.
• Pre-existing conditions; PSC provides support to students with pre-existing physical or mental health conditions.

Q: What if I have a psychological emergency?
A: PSC clinicians are available 24 hours a day for psychological emergencies. More information is provided at the Emergencies page of www.sgu.edu/psc.

Q: Can I be assured of privacy and confidentiality at the PSC?
A: Yes, the PSC functions autonomously from the university administration and academic decision-making. All PSC clinicians adhere strictly to the Ethical Principles of Psychologists and Code of Conduct of the American Psychological Association and requirements of the International Association of Counseling Services (IACS) and appropriate licensing boards. It should be noted that the PSC has been accredited by IACS since 2009.

Q: Is there a charge for use of the PSC?
A: No, services are provided free of charge to users. Any member of the SGU community who could benefit is encouraged to make contact with the PSC. Seeking help is seen as a sign of good mental health.

Q: How do I get in touch with the PSC?
A: The PSC is located on the top floors of Campeche Hall on SGU’s True Blue campus. Please drop in! Or you can phone (473) 439-2277.

Q: What other resources are available within the university to provide support for students?
A: There are many—Department of Educational Services, Office of the Dean of Students, and faculty advisors to name just a few.
Do you have more questions? If so, please drop by the PSC offices or call (473) 439-2277.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding discrimination prohibited under Title IX against persons in the United States:

Toni Johnson Liggins, M.D.
Associate Dean, Clinical Studies (US)
Title IX Coordinator

Address: 3500 Sunrise Highway, Bldg 300
Great River, NY 11739
Phone: +1 (631)665-8500 x1634
Email:  titleixcoordinator@sgu.edu