The Counselling and Learning Skills Service provides students with professional counselling for personal concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship problems, emotional trauma from abuse or assault, prolonged stress. Complete client confidentiality is strictly observed. The Learning Skills program includes lectures, workshops, and individual consultations on a variety of learning skills such as time-management, textbook reading, notemaking, etc. To arrange an initial interview, drop in or phone 978-7970. Emergency service operates 9-5 Monday to Friday.
Many students balance family obligations with their studies.
The University of Toronto is committed to fostering a family-friendly learning and working environment. Additional services include support groups and workshops such as Choosing Child Care that Works for Your Family, Financial Survival for Student Families, and Family Rights for Lesbians and Gays. All services are free and confidential. The Family Care Office has a resource centre containing practical material on family issues ranging from pregnancy and infant care to lesbian and gay parenting and caring for elderly family members. It also houses information on activities and facilities for student families on campus and in the community.