Sometimes nothing is obviously wrong, but you can tell something has changed. Maybe they are calling home more often—or barely calling at all. Maybe grades have slipped, or they just do not seem like themselves.
Behaviors to Pay Attention To:
- More or less communication than usual
- First bad grades or missed assignments
- Procrastination or trouble staying organized
- Changes in sleep or daily routines
- Feeling lonely, overwhelmed, or disconnected
- Avoiding conversations about how things are really going
Get a clearer picture of what you are seeing and whether it may need more attention.
I’ve spent more than 25 years working with teens, college students, and their families, and I know how hard it can be to tell the difference between a normal adjustment period and a student who may need more support.
When you reach out, I’ll help you make sense of what you’re seeing, talk through your concerns, and figure out what kind of support may make sense. If U ARE HEARD is a good fit, I’ll help connect your student with the right therapist or coach.
Marc Lehman
Founder of U ARE HEARD
U ARE HEARD connects college students with personalized virtual counseling and coaching designed around their individual needs. We focus on finding the right provider, offering flexible support, and helping students navigate the challenges of college life.
You don’t have to know exactly what kind of support your student needs before reaching out. Whether you’re looking for answers or ready to explore professional support, we’re here to help you figure out the next step.
Choose Your First Step
Take the free College Adjustment Check-In or talk directly with Marc about your concerns. Start with whichever feels right for you.
Explore Your Options
Understand what your student may be experiencing and what types of support are available.
Find the Right Fit
If U ARE HEARD is a good fit, we’ll help match your student with a therapist or coach who understands their needs and personality.
Start Getting Support
Begin working with the right professional and take the next step toward feeling more confident and supported.
Sometimes it’s difficult to tell whether your student is experiencing normal college challenges or something that deserves closer attention. Our free College Adjustment Check-In helps you get a clearer picture of how they’re adjusting emotionally, socially, and academically.
The eight questions explore different parts of your student’s college experience, helping you recognize changes or concerns you might otherwise overlook.
In just eight questions, taking approximately 60–90 seconds, you’ll receive personalized results that help you:
- Identify areas where your student may be struggling.
- Recognize concerns that deserve closer attention.
- Understand what steps you can take to better support your student.
You don’t need to have all the answers. The Check-In is simply a place to start.
Free. Immediate results. No obligation.
Sources: Healthy Minds Study 2024–25; American College Health Association Fall 2024; AUCCCD 2024–25. The third figure is 80.8%, rounded to 81%.
Whether you are just starting to wonder if something is off or already know your student needs more support, the next step can be simple.
Start with the option that feels right for you.
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