The only exception to this rule is when extreme harm could come to the client or another person if confidentiality is maintained. In such a case, the counselor will then discuss with the client what he or she must do. The staff at the Counseling Center knows that student life is a transitional period and can bring pressure and stress. We try to help students understand this period, find ways of coping with crises, and grow from their experiences. We also work with administrators, academic agencies, and other campus agencies to increase the effectiveness of student services in the area of mental health.
Counselors are on call in case of emergency.
While the Counseling Center tries to serve all students who seek services, this is not always possible. Clients who seek counseling will be told if and when they can be assigned to a counselor. If a counselor cannot be assigned, whoever sees the student initially will work with the student to find other sources of help. The Counseling Center tries not to maintain a waiting list. A student is either assigned a counselor or assisted in finding another source of help.