Individual Counseling
In individual sessions, you and the counselor will work together to define and discuss personal issues and identify strategies to meet your personal goals. Some students find that only one session is sufficient, while others may require more. Typically, students meet with a counselor on a weekly basis and sessions are scheduled for 50 minutes.

Group Counseling
In group counseling sessions, students have an opportunity to explore relevant issues within the context of a group setting. As they focus on issues of concern, they will both help and benefit from the insight and support of their peers. Call the counselor to find out what groups are currently being offered.

Services for Faculty and Staff
The counselor is available for:

• Consultation about when and how to refer a student for counseling.
• Consultation about how to handle disruptive students.
• Presentations about mental health topics.
• Referrals and resources for faculty, staff and their families.

Education & Screening
To promote prevention, early detection and treatment of mental health disorders and alcohol & drug problems that commonly affect college students, education and screening days are offered during the following months.

• Depression & Anxiety - October
• Eating Disorders - February
• Alcohol and Drugs - April

Presentations
The counselor is available to present on a variety of topics to classes, organizations, and university departments. Some possible topics that can be presented include anxiety, depression, communications, eating concerns and body image, family issues, relationships, self-esteem, and stress management.

Crisis Intervention
If an emergency occurs during business hours, call the Health and Counseling Services Office Manager at 816-501-3666.  Regular business hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday when the university is open.  For emergencies during the evenings and on weekends, call Public Safety at 816-985-6079.  If the emergency is life threatening, dial 911 (on campus 9-911.)