Wellness at Carlson

If you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or depressed, you've landed in the right place.

College is a time of change, stress, and challenge for most students. It's normal to struggle sometimes. The Carlson School offers a full-time Wellness Counselor just for undergraduates. Her entire job is to support you. 

Maureen Maslinski, MSW, LICSW, Carlson School Wellness Counselor, has been working in the mental health field since 1997 and is here to help.

There are many reasons you might seek out individual counseling from Maureen Maslinski. A few common topics are:


If you're dealing with any of these, or could benefit from help on another topic, make an appointment today. You can also send Maureen an email at masli032@umn.edu to learn more and be connected to other resources.

Counseling services are free & confidential for all students.

Upcoming Events

Wellness Connections

Join your Carlson UG peers and Wellness Counselor, Maureen Maslinski, to relax, talk, listen to music, eat, share wellness ideas, and connect. 

11:30am - 1pm, lunch provided.


Tuesday Jan 23 | EBI HUB (HMH 2-180)

Wednesday Feb 7 | EBI HUB (HMH 2-180)

Tuesday Feb 20 | EBI HUB (HMH 2-180)

Tuesday March 12 | HMH 2-245

Wednesday March 27 | HMH 2-245

Wednesday April 10 | EBI HUB (HMH 2-180)

Tuesday April 23 | HMH 2-245


Let's Talk

One-on-one mental health support is available for University of Minnesota students, no appointment needed.

Learn more, sign up, or drop in. 

Additional mental health resources at the U of M

Additional mental health resources on the University campus include groups offered at Student Counseling Services in 340 Appleby Hall. Some group offerings include Feel Better Fast, Grief Support Group, Understanding Self and Others, Coping with Anxiety and Stress, Taking Charge When Emotions Overwhelm. 

Let’s Talk is a free, confidential, walk-in service for students who might not be sure about counseling and perhaps just want another perspective. This is NOT a service for students who are in a crisis situation. 

Boynton Health has expanded to include a satellite clinic on West Bank. This clinic will feature mental health services with telehealth screenings. It is located on the 4th floor of Wilson Library (309 19th Ave SE, Minneapolis MN, 55455), open Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8am - 4pm, with telehealth appointments available Monday through Friday from 8am - 4pm.