Mental Health Support for (TU Delft) Students
Studying at TU Delft is intense. Deadlines, exams, group projects, part-time jobs, and trying to maintain a social life on top of it all. It’s a lot. And sometimes it becomes too much.
If you notice you’re not feeling like yourself, struggling to get out of bed, or that everything feels heavier than it should: you’re not alone. And there is help.
On this page, you’ll find an overview of where you can turn. Not as a list of phone numbers, but as an honest guide for when you need what kind of help.
Does this sound familiar?
Mental health isn’t black and white. You don’t have to be “in crisis” to seek help. Sometimes it starts small:
If you recognize several of these signs, and they’ve lasted more than a few weeks: take it seriously. Seeking help is not weakness. It’s self-awareness.
Where can you go?
There are different types of support available. Below is an overview, from low-threshold to professional.
Student Support Line (MoTiv)
Just want to talk to someone who listens? The Student Support Line is staffed by trained peer supporters: fellow students who understand what you’re going through. No waiting list, no appointment needed.
Coaching at MoTiv
At MoTiv, you can have confidential conversations with an experienced coach. No diagnoses, no files, just space to talk about what’s on your mind. Free for all TU Delft students.
Topics students bring: study stress, doubts about their study choice, personal problems, loss of motivation, relationship issues, grief and loss.
Living with Loss (MoTiv)
Are you dealing with the loss of someone dear to you? Or another kind of loss: health, a relationship, your vision of the future? At Living with Loss, you can share your experiences in a small group with others who understand.
Not sure where to start?
Send us an email or call. We’re happy to help you figure out which form of support fits you best. No obligations.
support@motiv.tudelft.nl · 015-200-6060
Study Advisor
If your mental health is affecting your studies, your study advisor is an important link. They can help with deferrals, adjustments to your study program, or referrals to other support.
TU Delft Student Psychologist
For short-term psychological support, you can visit the university’s student psychologists. They offer a limited number of sessions and can refer you to long-term help if needed.
ACCESS Network
Are you an international student looking for help in your own language or with understanding of your cultural background? ACCESS offers counseling by volunteers who have experience living in a new country themselves.
How do you ask for help?
We know that taking the step to ask for help can feel big. Here’s how you can start:
- Acknowledge what you’re feeling. You don’t have to minimize it. If it feels heavy, it is heavy.
- Choose a starting point. That could be a friend, the Student Support Line, or a coach at MoTiv. Start where you feel most comfortable.
- Make contact. An email, a phone call, or just stopping by MoTiv at Voorstraat 60. You don’t have to know exactly what you want to say.
- Give it time. Recovery is not a straight line. It’s okay if it takes a while. The important thing is that you’ve started.
How do you help a friend?
Are you worried about someone? That’s already a sign that you care about them. Here’s what you can do:
- Ask how they’re really doing. Not casually, but genuinely. And listen to the answer.
- Don’t judge. You don’t have to solve it. Being present is often enough.
- Share information. Tell them about the Student Support Line or MoTiv. Sometimes it’s easier to go somewhere when you know it exists.
- Check in. Keep in touch, even when they say they’re fine.
- Take care of yourself too. Supporting someone who’s struggling can be hard. Talk about it yourself as well.
Frequently asked questions
Direct contact
You don’t have to do this alone. And you don’t have to wait until it’s “serious enough.” Seeking help is an act of strength, not weakness.