Counseling Services

Counseling Services

Our counseling services can help you develop strategies to cope with personal and career problems. Our Counselors are trained professionals and any information shared with them is confidential.

Reasons people often consult a counselor include:

• Career choice
• Adjusting to college
• Relationships and interpersonal issues
• Test anxiety and study skills
• Major life changes
• Advocacy and conflict resolution
• Drug and alcohol abuse
• Depression and suicide
• Anxiety, stress or panic attacks
• Eating disorders
• Abuse
• Harassment
• Rape
• Loss and grief

Types of Counseling

Career Counseling
Counselors help students examine career and life goals, assess interests, values, and skills, make occupational decisions, select educational programs and majors, and explore the world of work. Career counseling is available through classes, workshops or individual appointments.

Educational Skills Counseling
Educational skills counseling assists students in learning how to improve study skills such as reducing test anxiety, managing time more effectively, establishing and reaching realistic goals, and adjusting to college life. Educational skills counseling and instruction are available through classes, workshops and individual appointments.

Crisis Intervention
Counselors are available to help with a variety of emotional crises or emergencies. When a counselor cannot be reached, call the Crisis Clinic at (360) 586-2800 for personal assistance; call 911 for medical assistance.

Personal Counseling
Personal counseling gives students the opportunity to meet with a professional counselor to discuss issues and concerns that may be interfering with their ability to achieve educational and personal goals. Personal counseling is available by appointment or on an emergency basis.

Scheduling Appointments

Appointments may be scheduled by calling the Office of Student Life, (360) 596-5306.

Drop-in Services
Counselors and Educational Planners are often available for drop-in advising and counseling. Individuals are seen on a first-come, first-serve basis. Drop-in services are designed for those who have quick questions and/or immediate needs.