A clinical therapist from Transformative Growth Counseling is available to talk with you privately and confidentially at no additional cost. Common reasons students might reach out for counseling include: career counseling, stress management, anxiety, test anxiety, depression, family/friend and relationship conflict/stressors, life transitions, trauma, self-esteem and first-generation college experience.
Liz Hamilton
Clinical Site Manager and Licensed Professional Counselor
Liz Hamilton is a compassionate beginning counselor who employs an integrative approach to therapy, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, attachment theory, and person-centered techniques. She has extensive experience working with a diverse population, including first-generation and low-income students, providing essential support as they navigate academic and personal challenges. Liz is an alumna of Highland Community College and holds a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Sociology from Columbia College of Missouri. She is currently pursuing her M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Marquette University. Liz is committed to fostering a supportive and empowering environment for her clients, helping them overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.
Contact Information
Email: counseling@highland.edu or liz@transformativegrowth.org
Call: (815) 599-3611
Text: (608) 352-3195
Join a Virtual Zoom Meeting
Liz Hamilton is available every Friday virtually. You can join the meeting using the information below.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://highland.zoom.us/j/81134614286?pwd=WVq2Bu7VQu1XXn4HTDrga3uXl1ERmS.1
Student Scheduling
Students may schedule an appointment by sending an email in their student email account to counseling@highland.edu.
Sexual Assault Services
A sexual assault counselor from VOICES provides confidential services and help to access on and off-campus assistance. Students may file a confidential report to reach the VOICES counselor via the sexual assault reporting form.
For additional information, please see the list of campus contacts [PDF, 60.71 KB].
Location on Campus and Hours of Services
Located in the HCC Welcome Center, first floor of building H, office H-116B. Ask the Student Information Assistant to speak with the counselor.
- Available in person, Monday – Thursday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
- Available on Zoom, Friday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (include link)
To make an appointment, visit transformativegrowth.org/, phone 630-423-6010 or email contact@transformativegrowth.org.
Walk-ins are welcome! Come sign up for a session and learn more about the counseling process.
IN PERSON AND VIRTUAL COUNSELING SERVICES ARE FREE FOR ALL HCC STUDENTS!
Transformative Growth Counseling is a safe space, and we support BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, and First-Generation students.
Crisis Resources
988: The suicide and crisis lifeline
If you need support now, call or text 988 or chat at https://988lifeline.org/
The Trevor Project
The Trevor Project offers support to the LGBTQ young adult community. It is a 24/7 suicide hotline.
24 hour hotline: (866) 488-7386
Website: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/
Crisis Text Line
To connect with a live, trained volunteer Crisis Counselor, text HOME to 741741.
Website: https://www.crisistextline.org
Additional Resources
To learn more about on-campus, local, and national resources or to take a quick MindWise mental health screening, log in to the student portal and go to the Counseling page on the main portal side menu.
Academic and Conduct Referral Form
Highland Community College believes in developing a supportive community of learners. We encourage faculty, staff, students, and members of the college community to alert us to academic and conduct concerns. This referral form [PDF, 119.35 KB] provides a convenient tool for reporting early academic and other concerns.
Your referral will be automatically routed to the appropriate responder and will help us provide more timely intervention services.