The services provided by the Counseling Center are confidential . What you choose to share with your counselor is protected by law. The Center has made a commitment to providing sensitive, quality service to the multicultural student community. There are counselors on staff and available to serve you that are open and non-judgmental about sexual orientation or gender identity. Counselors do not have hidden agendas and will not attempt to steer you in any given direction other than supporting your own emotional health goals.
Counselors work from a multicultural perspective.
The Center actively supports the University's non-discrimination policy which includes sexual orientation. There is a half-time staff person who coordinates services and programs for the LBGT student community. The Counseling Center is involved in many initiatives on campus that are seeking to transform the MSU climate, making it a safer place for openly LBGT students. Increase your understanding about sexual orientation or gender identity. Reduce shame and confusion you might be feeling.