If you are in a crisis during the weekday from 8:00am - 5:00pm, please contact The Mindful Space at themindfulspace@barstow.edu or 760-252-6873.

If the crisis occurs after hours, call 911 or go to your nearest hospital.

The Mindful Space is open on the Barstow main campus (located in the administration building-campus map), as well as at our Fort Irwin location. Our hours are Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm. We are open for face-to-face sessions, virtual video sessions, and telephone sessions. In addition, you can sign up for Silvercloud for self-help/coaching or complete Mental Health Screenings .

Click to schedule an appointment with Dr. Banton today!

Did you know - as a BCC student, you can now receive FREE mental health services from a mental health counselor, Dr. Christa Banton, who is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist? Services are tailored to meet the needs of each individual and are provided free to students.

Contact The Mindful Space at themindfulspace@barstow.edu or at (760) 252-6873.

Services that are provided through The Mindful Space include individual psychotherapy, coaching, group therapy, assessment, crisis intervention, consultation, referrals to additional services in the community, and disciplinary intervention. Services are voluntary and referrals can be made by students, staff, or faculty through the following email themindfulspace@barstow.edu

All are welcome at The Mindful Space, a space to heal, recover, and find support and guidance for the everyday situations and difficulties we face. Remember, a single step forward makes a change in your life.

What the Mindful Space Offers:

Private meetings available with BCC's professional, mental health counselor, Dr. Christa Banton
Visit BCC's "The Mindful Space" located on campus, a place for students to access direct mental health services
SilverCloud Services - Silvercloud for self-help/coaching
Mindful Mondays (via ConferZoom) for mindfulness & meditation sessions
Student Support Groups: Small group discussions on current issues, dates and times vary
Please view our website above to make appointments and receive resources!

Hours: In-Person/Video/Phone Appointments

Monday-Wednesday 8 am- 5:00 pm (in-person)

Thursday & Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (virtual)

Contact us at 760-252-6873 or themindfulspace@barstow.edu