Counseling is a collaborative process which involves the development of a unique, confidential helping relationship. Individuals are helped to understand their feelings and behaviors, their relationships with others, their particular situation, choices, and decisions. Discussion of whatever is important and relevant enables individuals to grow towards greater freedom in making mature choices and taking responsible action with themselves, relationships, family, and studies. The staff consists of qualified, trained mental health professionals and advanced graduate student interns with backgrounds in psychology. Feedback from students who've come to the Counseling Center shows they think we're competent and caring in helping people achieve more satisfying educational and life experiences.
Services are free, voluntary, and confidential.
The receptionist will arrange for you to meet with a staff member as soon as possible, often the same day. During the first meeting with a counselor, you will be asked to describe your concerns and what you hope to gain from counseling. This is what you hope to gain from counseling. This is an opportunity for you and the counselor to decide whether the Counseling Center is the best place for you to help yourself. If appropriate, you will be referred to another resource, on or off campus.