Commitment to Student Wellness
At Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School, we care deeply about the well-being of our students and understand that the law school journey, while exciting and rewarding, can also be demanding and, at times, overwhelming. That is why we are committed to creating a community where wellness is a priority and students feel supported academically and personally.
We are pleased to announce that Atlanta’s John Marshall Law School (AJMLS) has partnered with TimelyCare, a premier virtual health and wellness platform created specifically for students in higher education. This initiative reflects the Law School’s commitment to supporting your well-being by expanding access to high-quality, flexible, and confidential care.
About TimelyCare
TimelyCare offers a comprehensive suite of virtual services that support mental, emotional, and physical health. All services are provided by licensed professionals and are available 24/7. This innovative partnership is especially valuable for law students, who face unique and often intense academic demands that can make accessing traditional healthcare difficult.
Core Services Available to AJMLS Students
- TalkNow: 24/7, on-demand access to mental health professionals for immediate emotional support (unlimited).
- Scheduled Counseling: Appointments with a provider of your choice in the TimelyCare network; these counselors are typically available within two days (14 sessions per academic year).
- MedicalNow: 24/7 access to medical professionals for non-emergency and low acuity health concerns such as cold and flu symptoms, allergies, sinus issues, minor skin conditions, and more (unlimited).
- Health Coaching: Personalized coaching on lifestyle improvement, nutrition, stress management, and goal setting (unlimited).
- CrisisNow: 24/7 access to emergency mental health support (unlimited).
- Peer Community: A secure, moderated online space for peer connection, encouragement, and shared experiences (unlimited).
Cost and Implementation
During the first year of this partnership, all services will be available at no additional cost to students. Beginning in year two, a modest health fee (no more than $200 per semester) will be assessed, which will allow us to sustain the program. This fee ensures that all students will have access to health care, regardless of their insurance status, without copayments, deductibles, or the complications of private provider networks.
Why This Matters for Law Students
Recent studies show that over 96% of law students report experiencing significant stress during law school, and more than 65% struggle with anxiety or depression at some point during their legal education.[1]
At AJMLS, we recognize that academic success is inextricably tied to overall wellness. Our partnership with TimelyCare is designed to remove barriers to care and empower you to prioritize your health throughout your law school journey.
Make Your Health a Priority
Whether you are navigating everyday stress, managing a chronic condition, or simply need someone to talk to, we strongly encourage you to take advantage of these resources. Caring for your mental, emotional, and physical health is essential to achieving your academic and professional goals and becoming the best version of yourself.
These services will be available to all students beginning August 25, 2025. If you have questions or would like to learn more about our wellness resources, please contact:
Office of Student Affairs
OSA@johnmarshall.edu
You are not alone on this journey and your well-being matters to us.
[1] Raashi Sharma, Well-Being Series: Law Student Mental Health: An Open Dialogue, Bos. B.J., Winter 2023, at Vol. 67, No. 1 (Feb. 9, 2023); Julia Brunette Johnson, Most Law Students Struggle with Mental Health, Survey Says, Nat’l Jurist, Mar. 6, 2023; Shawn Healy, The Full Weight of Law School: Stress on Law Students Is Different (Jan. 18, 2019), https://www.lclma.org/2019/01/18/the-full-weight-of-law-school-stress-on-law-students-is-different/; see also David Jaffe, Katherine Bender & Jerome M. Organ, It Is Okay to Not Be Okay: The 2021 Survey of Law Student Well-Being, 60 U. Louisville L. Rev. 441 (2021), Am. U. Wash. Coll. of L. Res. Paper No. 2022-08, https://ssrn.com/abstract=4127297.