Mental Health Town Hall
Finding Mental Health Resources
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
3:00–4:00 PM
Virtual (Zoom)
Hosted by UCSF Human Resources and the Academic Senate Committee on Faculty Welfare
Questions?
For inquiries about the event or to bring an issue to the Committee on Faculty Welfare, contact Kristie Tappan, Academic Senate Analyst.
Committee on Faculty Welfare and HR People Wellness Team Up for Mental Health
Mental health impacts our ability to thrive at work and beyond. At UCSF, we recognize that well-being is central to advancing health, discovery, and education. This event supports UCSF’s broader commitment to a culture of care, equity, and inclusion.
Caterina Mosti, PhD
Chair of the Academic Senate Committee on
Faculty Welfare
"Mental health challenges can directly affect our ability to teach, discover, and care. As the faculty’s voice in shared governance, the Academic Senate is committed to ensuring our colleagues have the support they need to fully engage in UCSF’s academic mission.”
If you’ve ever struggled to find the right support—whether for yourself, a loved one, a patient, or a colleague—you're not alone. That’s why UCSF HR People Wellness and the Academic Senate Committee on Faculty Welfare are hosting a Mental Health Town Hall to make it easier to connect with the resources you need.
Event Overview
From caregiving stress to systemic barriers in accessing care, many in the UCSF community are navigating increased mental health challenges. Recent federal research funding cuts, the UC-wide hiring freeze, and growing clinical and academic workloads have only intensified these pressures.
- Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2025
- Time: 3:00–4:00 PM
- Location: Virtual (Zoom)
- Event Information: Add to your calendar
- No registration is required, and guests may join anonymously
Stephanie Collins
Vice President/Assistant Vice Chancellor of
People Wellness
"We hear from faculty and staff who are overwhelmed—not just by personal or family issues, but by structural pressures like reduced funding or increased workloads. This event is a direct response to that feedback.”
This virtual town hall will offer:
- Real-life scenarios that reflect the challenges our faculty, staff, trainees—and the people and patients who rely on them—are facing
- Practical guidance on navigating UCSF’s mental health and wellness resources
- Insight from experts on how to support yourself and others
Why Attend?
This virtual event offers a safe, supportive space to:
✅ Learn how to access UCSF’s mental health resources—for yourself or others
✅ Hear real-world examples of common challenges and how to navigate them
✅ Get expert guidance from UCSF wellness and mental health professionals
✅ Ask your questions—anonymously and in advance—via the event page
Whether you’re facing work-related stress, caregiving pressures, or just feeling overwhelmed, this event is designed to help you start where you are.
Looking for support now?
Here is a list of UCSF Resources, which will be discussed at the town hall:
- For immediate support, visit the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program.
- Visit UCSF HR People Wellness to explore confidential services, peer coaching, and more.
- Office of the Ombuds offers a safe, confidential place to discuss UCSF-related issues.
- CARE offers free, confidential support to UCSF affiliates impacted by identity-based harm or interpersonal violence.
Have an issue to bring to the Committee on Faculty Welfare? Contact Senate Analyst, Kristie Tappan.