Resources for International Students & Travel – Counseling and Mental Health Service
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Resources for International Students & Travel
Resources for Students Living Internationally or Student Travel
During their time at Harvard, some students will live or travel abroad to pursue educational, work, internship, research, or personal growth opportunities. Making the most of these experiences may involve continuing or initiating engagement in mental health and wellness services.
Below are several resources available to students living or traveling outside of the United States:
International SOS
International SOS provides 24/7 medical, mental health, security support, and evacuation services to eligible students. The service can also help students find a local mental healthcare provider.
Students can access International SOS by phone at
+1-617-998-0000
or by starting a chat or phone call through the
Assistance App
For more information, see
TimelyCare
Several TimelyCare services, including Health Coaching, TalkNow, peer support, and wellness content, are available internationally to eligible students.
Students can access TimelyCare abroad by downloading the TimelyCare app before traveling, using a US-based phone or a US-based VPN, and logging into
timelycare.com/harvard
For more information, see our
TimelyCare webpage
Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) Global Core Service
Students enrolled in the BCBS student health insurance plan can access the BCBS Global Core Service Center, which provides support connecting with healthcare facilities and practitioners abroad.
To search for a healthcare facility or provider, visit
www.bcbsglobalcore.com
or call (800) 810-2583. Use “HVA” as the prefix for the HSHP BCBS plan.
For more information on HUSHP BCBS coverage abroad, see
International Provider Directories
Students interested in finding a provider based outside of the United States can explore options using the following directories:
International Therapist Directory
Psychology Today INTL
Note: Students may need to pay upfront for services outside the U.S. and then submit payments to insurance for reimbursement. For more info about insurance coverage abroad, visit the
HUSHP website
or contact Member Services at (617) 495-2008 or
mservices@huhs.harvard.edu