At times, each of us needs some assistance to learn more effective ways to cope with the various people and situations confronting us in this rapidly changing world. The Counseling Center offers a variety of workshops designed to teach more effective coping skills. Individual Counseling Individual counseling is one alternative for many personal, interpersonal or academic concerns. A personal crisis, interpersonal conflict, family problem, or stress overload are examples of the types of concerns that may lead to feelings of distress, depression, or anxiety. Talking things over in a relaxed, confidential setting, with a professionally trained counselor or psychologist frequently goes a long way toward clarifying concerns and discovering how to deal with them.
Assistance is given to find outside agencies that can provide long-term services.
In many cases, a small group setting is the best counseling alternative. The group provides opportunities to interact, strengthen skills and gain positive feedback and support. Through outreach services staff members make presentations to classes, residence hall groups, and student organizations on topics such as conflict resolution, assertiveness, time management, safe dating, study skills, stress management, alcohol issues, etc. We are eager to meet the needs of students and, upon request, will plan specific programs of interest to particular organizations or individuals. It may also be helpful for students and faculty to consult counseling center staff concerning students with personal difficulties.