Counseling Services & Mental Health | Interlochen Arts Academy
Counseling • Interlochen, MI • Since 1928 • 1 campus (Interlochen Arts Academy) locations
About
Interlochen Center for the Arts (ICA) is a nonprofit arts education organization founded in 1928 and based on a 1,200-acre campus in Green Lake Township, Michigan. It operates a range of programs including a boarding school (Interlochen Arts Academy), summer arts camps, online music and arts programs, and continuing education. The center runs performance venues and supports students and families with arts education opportunities domestically and internationally. Notable details include a 384-person staff, about $6.0M annual revenue, and its historic role as a premier arts-residential program for students. If you’re seeking Counseling Services & Mental Health at Interlochen Arts Academy, this page confirms the institution’s composite focus on student life, but does not provide specific mental health service details. For precise counseling offerings, contact Interlochen Arts Academy directly or visit their student support or health services sections.
Clinic Type
Counseling
Address
4000 Highway M-137, Interlochen, MI 49643, US
Phone
231.276.4895
michael.kern@interlochen.org
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Telehealth
Yes (telecounseling through Uwill)
Emergency Care
Crisis support via Uwill 24/7 (for Arts Academy students) and local crisis resources
Services Offered
Technology & Equipment
Team
Insurance & Payment
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FAQs
What counseling services are available at Interlochen Arts Academy?
On-campus School Counselors, telecounseling with Uwill, off-campus providers, and 24/7 crisis support for Arts Academy students.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
Patients praise
- Licensed on-campus school counselors and mental health support for students’ social/emotional growth
- On-site student support system includes individualized plans, advisory groups, and coordination with counseling resources
- Telecounseling option via Uwill offers free immediate access to therapy (up to a limited number of sessions) and a 24/7/365 crisis line
- Students can be connected with external resources/local counselors when needed
Common complaints
- Allegations in a lawsuit related to mental health support and safety concerns (including claims about failing to provide mental health support)
- Student-reported accounts describing serious mental health/safety concerns involving suicidal peers and access to guns, raising concerns about safety and support
"“Students can reach out to one of four professional mental health counselors who work on Interlochen’s campus.”"
— Mental health at boarding school: Dr. Michael Kern describes Interlochen’s uniquely relational system | Interlochen Arts Academy"“Uwill’s therapists are fully licensed and experienced in working with youth and teens.”"
— Off Campus Providers & Telecounseling for Students | Interlochen Arts Academy"“failed to provide mental health support despite obvious signs of distress.”"
— Cohen v. Interlochen Ctr. for the Arts (W.D. Mich. 2025) | Go SyfertSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- As demand grows, program offers free therapy for underinsured kids | Interlochen Public Radio — Aug 14, 2025
- Interlochen Arts Academy Open House - 10-17-2025 | Interlochen Arts Academy — Oct 17, 2025
- Interlochen, Munson Healthcare to host event on music and mental health – 9and10News.com — Jul 7, 2026
- Interlochen Arts Academy (8.7/10) — Interlochen, MI — Jun 16, 2026
- Months after hearings, northern Michigan mental health advocates are still waiting on a key report | Interlochen Public Radio — Mar 11, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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