Be specific about the behaviors you have observed. Listen carefully and avoid judgment. Many students have no previous experience with therapy and may have negative or unrealistic expectations about the nature of counseling, so be prepared for possible resistance when referring a student. When you make call, please tell the administrative assistant if the student appears to be in crisis so that a timely appointment may be arranged. If you call after hours, we will return your call on the next business day.
Counseling is always a personal choice.
If the student refuses to seek assistance, and you still feel uncomfortable with the situation, then call for a consultation appointment to discuss your concerns. When a student is in crisis, we schedule an appointment on the same or next day. If a student appears extremely upset, it is appropriate to suggest a crisis appointment. In order to provide a safe environment for students to explore their thoughts and feelings, all consultation and counseling services are confidential and are subject to the limitations discussed below. This means that our staff does not reveal the identity of students who seek services, will not confirm or deny paricipation in services, and will not discuss the details of therapy sessions with anyone outside of the Center without the student s knowledge and written consent.