What to Expect

Your initial visit to MCPD

Midshipmen who seek support at MCPD typically make an appointment via email or phone.
Staff will ask for your schedule so the appointment can be given during one of your free periods
so it will not impact your academic courses. For urgent issues, Midshipmen can come to MCPD
during sick call M-F at 0730, or any time during regular business hours (M-F, 0830-1630).
During your initial visit you will meet with one of our clinical team members and will be given
an intake form. The form will ask general questions regarding who referred you, what issues you
would like to address, your major, grade point average and other general questions about you and
your life at the Academy.

The clinical team member will be in the room with you, so if you have any questions regarding
the form, you can ask as you complete it. Your clinical assessment will start with a discussion
about the issues you would like to address with your clinician. You will cover overall wellness
such as sleep, nutrition, exercise and your support system. Your clinician will use this initial
session to get to know you and to see in what areas you may need support and skills. You and
your clinician will then discuss two or three short-term goals to work on.