Counseling Center
University life is full of rich opportunities for intellectual and personal growth. It also can be a stressful time and generate academic, interpersonal, and emotional concerns. At times, even the most resilient and self-reliant student might have difficulties negotiating these concerns and would benefit from speaking with a professional. Recognizing the need for help is a sign of strength and is often the first step toward solving the problem, the counseling process can result in healthier adjustments and personal growth for those that seek it.
It is the mission of the Counseling Center to work directly with students in overcoming difficulties that may interfere with defining and accomplishing educational and personal goals. The counselors strive to provide students opportunities to develop greater self-understanding, to identify and solve problems, and to improve academic performance through the alleviation of psychological and emotional impediments.
Students from all the diverse backgrounds represented in the Centenary University community make use of the services of the counseling center. Students come to the center during times of crisis and high stress, when their usual coping mechanisms are not working well, or when they are faced with making a difficult decision. They may be having problems relating to friends, roommates or family, struggling academically, feeling anxious or depressed, or having difficulty making decisions.
The staff of the Counseling Center have years of experience in dealing with a wide range of problems. We provide crisis intervention, short term counseling, psychiatric and referral services, alcohol and drug evaluations, services to victims of violence, and advocacy on behalf of students. We also provide prevention and education and outreach programs throughout the year. We are available for consultation to students, faculty and staff who are concerned about the well- being of students. Appointments are free of charge and confidential.