The Graduate School and Washington University in St. Louis offer various privileges and resources to graduate students with family members – spouses/partners and/or children.
We know that your partner and family members are important to your success and happiness while in graduate school. There are many ways for them to get involved and be included in your graduate school experience.
In addition to the resources listed below, the Center for Counseling and Psychological Services offers couple counseling. Couples counseling is available for students and their partners, whether or not the partner is a WashU student. Common concerns addressed in couples counseling include effective communication, conflict resolution, sexual issues, parenting skills and stress management. If you would like to schedule an initial consultation or speak to a counselor please schedule a telephone assessment through the online Student Portal.
Family Friendly Resources – The Graduate School’s resource page for families.
Healthy Relationships – Information from the Health Promotion and Wellness office about healthy relationships.
St. Louis Parenting Resources – A local resource that offers information about events available for kids and families in the metro area.
Graduate Students with Children – Student group for graduate and professional students with children. Connect with other graduate and professional students at Washington University in St. Louis who have kids to share stories, resources and ideas!