CARE Moody College of Communication

Moody College of Communication

Abby Simpson, LCSW

Master's of Science in Social Work (MSSW), University of Texas at Austin

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Texas

Jesse H. Jones Communication Center, Bldg. A (CMA 5.140)

(512) 471-7642

Office Hours: Virtual: Wednesday 2 p.m.; In person: Friday noon

Below is a video that will provide you with a chance to hear more about the CARE program from your college CARE counselor.

Abby Simpson (pronouns: she/her) is a Counselor in the Counselors in Academic Residence (CARE) Program, a program that provides mental health services in academic offices to facilitate students' academic and life goals. She provides clinical services in the School of Architecture and the Moody College of Communication. Abby is available to provide consultation to staff and prevention services.

Areas of professional interest include depression and anxiety, perfectionism and relationship concerns.

CARE Clinical Services

Students may be referred by a staff or faculty member. They may also self-refer by coming by to chat about services.
Abby is available to discuss students’ needs and offer appropriate services (e.g. short-term counseling, referral services, crisis intervention, and groups)

Trainings and Workshops

Offered to students and staff
Topics vary (e.g. stress management, test anxiety, assisting student in distress)

Consultation

Available to consult one-on-one and in meetings/groups. Please contact Abby for more information.