All students experience occasional difficulties in coping with the usual challenges of life as well as the high level of stress associated with being a health professional student. Many students seek counseling from the Student Counseling Service on their own initiative. However, some students may not realize that they could benefit from counseling, or for one reason or another, may be reluctant to seek the help they need. At The Counseling Service Direct Clinical Services Short-term individual counseling or psychotherapy. Medication consultations are available for students from Psychiatry Residents who rotate through the service.
Limited services are available to student's dependents.
Help with referrals are provided for students who need or desire long-term counseling or complicated medication management. In addition to these direct clinical services, students may use the self-help materials available in the service's library. Overcoming procrastination Coping with test anxiety Increasing self-esteem Other mental health problems such as eating disorders, depression, anxiety, grief, and alcohol or other substance abuse. Workshops or presentations on mental health topics are offered by professional staff members, and staff are pleased to respond to specific requests for such presentations. Your own observations are your first guide in making the decision to refer a student for counseling.