Title IX allows universities to identify "responsible employees" as those who are obligated to report all details of an incident of sexual or interpersonal misconduct, including the identities of those involved, to the Department of Public Safety whenever that information is brought forward to the employee. The Department of Public Safety will notify the Title IX Coordinator when a report has been filed. Responsible employees include faculty, administrative staff and some student staff.
However, responsible employees do not include the following confidential staff:
Professional & Licensed Counselors
Professional, licensed counselors, such as the psychologists at Student Psychological Services, are not required to report any information regarding an alleged sexual misconduct or interpersonal misconduct, to the Department of Public Safety, the Title IX Coordinator or any other reporting body, without consent from the student.
Student Psychological Services (SPS) has mental health professionals available for students in crisis. During regular office hours, you can call SPS or come to the office. A therapist will see you without an appointment if you have an emergency.
- Phone: 310.338.2868
- Location: Entrance is on the north side of the Burns Recreation Center, on the second floor (directly above the Student Health Center)
- Hours: Monday-Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Thursday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Note: A therapist is available 24 hours a day. During regular business hours, please go directly to SPS to speak with an available therapist; after hours, please call the SPS office at 310.338.2868 and follow the prompt to reach a therapist.
TimelyCare
TimelyCare, a teletherapy program available to LMU students, delivers access to 24/7 mental virtual health care from anywhere in the U.S., at no cost. Whether you're anxious or overwhelmed, you will be able to talk to a licensed provider from your smartphone or any web-enabled device. Login here.
Pastoral Counselors
Pastoral counselors, such as Catholic priests, ordained pastors and the Rabbi, are not required to report any information regarding an alleged sexual misconduct or interpersonal misconduct, to the Department of Public Safety, the Title IX Coordinator or any other reporting body, without consent from the student, provided they receive the information in performance of their pastoral duties.
To receive confidential pastoral counseling from Campus Ministry, you may request to speak with a Jesuit, woman religious or ordained pastor in performance of their ministry duties.
- Phone: 310.338.2860
- Location: Malone Student Center, Suite 210
Student Health Services Staff
Student Health Services (SHS) staff, such as doctors and nurse practitioners at Student Health Services, are not required to report any information regarding an alleged sexual misconduct or interpersonal misconduct, to the Department of Public Safety, the Title IX Coordinator or any other reporting body on campus, without consent from the student. The Health Center Staff will be required to report signs of physical or sexual abuse to the Los Angeles Police Department; however, the reporting student is not required to file a report with law enforcement.
If you are a victim of sexual assault, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence or stalking, you will be offered a general medical examination by a licensed health care provider at Student Health Services. You can call ahead or walk into the SHS office.
- Phone: 310.338.2881
- Location: North side of the Burns Recreation Center, first floor
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
SHS is now offering telehealth appointments. For more information, visit the SHS website.
Off-Campus Counseling
The following off-campus counseling services are also available to victims of sexual and interpersonal misconduct. Please be sure to check with each resource about their confidentiality practices.
Rape Treatment Center
The Rape Treatment Center at UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica (RTC) provides long-term counseling support for victims of sexual assault and sexual violence, as well as advocacy and accompanying services. The Center can also provide general medical treatment and, if you choose, collection of evidence. A specially trained nurse will perform the evidence collection exam, and a support person of your choice may be present throughout the procedure.
- Phone: 424.259.7208
- Address: 1250 16th Street; Santa Monica, CA 90404
- Hours: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Los Angeles Rape and Battering Hotline
The Los Angeles Rape and Battering Hotline is a support service where staff and volunteers are available to provide emotional support, advocacy, information and referrals. The hotline is operated by Peace Over Violence, a community-based and volunteer centered organization.
- Phone: 310.392.8381
- Hours: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Los Angeles County Stalking Hotline
The "Love Me Not" Anti-Stalking Program is a 24-hour hotline offered by the LA County District Attorney's office to assist victims of stalking.
- Phone: 877.622.0044
- Hours: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week
Los Angeles County Domestic Violence Hotline
The LA County Domestic Violence Hotline helps victims find a safe way out of abusive environments. This toll-free service routes Southern California victims of domestic violence directly to local trained personnel.
- Phone: 800.978.3600
- Hours: Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week
YWCA Greater Los Angeles
In a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere, the YWCA of Greater Los Angeles offers sexual assault survivors the support they need, and extends this support to family and friends. The program also provides information on rape trauma and refers survivors to appropriate medical, legal and social services.
- Phone: 323.296.0920
- 24-Hour Crisis Hotline: 877.943.5778
- Address: 2501 W. Vernon Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90008