FAQs

At GPAC, we are committed to providing accessible, supportive care for adults, ages 18 and older. Our services are designed for individuals seeking help with general mental health concerns, such as anxiety, stress, mood difficulties, or life adjustments.

We provide individual adult therapy only, which means we do not offer services for children or adolescents (under 18), couples, or families. Our clinic focuses on adult care in a one‑on‑one setting to ensure clients receive personalized, attentive support.

We do not accept health insurance, including Medicare or Medicaid.

For instructions on how to make an appointment, please visit our “Getting Started at GPAC” page. You may email us at gpac@uncw.edu or call the clinic office; email is our preferred and fastest way to reach us.

And yes, you need to schedule an appointment in advance as we do not offer walk-in services.

As a nonprofit training clinic, GPAC offers reduced‑cost services to make care accessible. Therapy sessions are based on an income‑adjusted sliding scale, typically $10–$40 per session, with your fee set collaboratively at the start of treatment. 

Because our services are provided by supervised doctoral student clinicians, we do not accept health insurance, including Medicare or Medicaid, and all fees must be paid directly by the client at the time of service. Before beginning therapy, you will receive a Good Faith Estimate outlining the expected cost of your care. There are no hidden charges—your costs will be clearly explained in advance.

As a UNCW student, you are eligible for counseling services through the UNCW Counseling Center and Student-Athlete Well-Being. We encourage you to consider their excellent services as a first step. We work closely with both the Counseling Center and the Office of Student-Athlete Well-Being to support mental health needs. When appropriate, UNCW students & student-athletes are also welcome to receive therapy services through GPAC. 

No. Psychologists do not have prescribing privileges, but we can coordinate with your current physician or provide a referral to a medical provider if medication evaluation is needed.

Because our services are provided by supervised doctoral student clinicians, we do not accept health insurance, including Medicare or Medicaid, and all fees must be paid directly by the client at the time of service.

No, we do not provide emergency services or crisis intervention. If you are currently experiencing a crisis, we encourage you to contact the appropriate community resource listed below. 

Immediate Assistance

911

Medical Care

New Hanover Regional Medical Center Emergency Room: 910-667-7000

Behavioral Emergencies

Wilmington Mobile Crisis: 1-844-709-4097 (24/7 Free Resource)

Text HOME to 741741

Call or text 988 or visit www.988lifeline.org