During walk-in hours counseling sessions will be given on a first come, first serve basis. Recognizing the correlation between psychological well-being and academic excellence, Mary Hermon, chairperson of the Barriers to Learning project last year, coordinated a meeting of the counseling staff, health services, and residence hall advisors. The goal of the meeting was to review the counseling services at EMU and help remove obstacles that inhibit students' learning. When students are depressed or bothered by a problem, they have difficulty focusing on their studies. Sessions can help improve relationships, raise self-esteem, lower stress, and help improve communication skills.
Experienced counselors can also help students control depression and reduce anxiety.
A library of self-help books is also available for individual research for personal information or for assistance with a academic project. Barclay emphasized the professionalism of her staff. We are all well-trained professionals who have the utmost respect for a student's need for confidentiality. And as many may not know, our services are free.