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Why Do People Go To Counseling?
Students come to the Counseling Center for a variety of reasons, such as:
- Academic Problems
- Depression
- Concentration Difficulties
- Anxiety
- Sleeping Problems
- Procrastination
- Uncertainty about Future
- Stress
- Eating Concerns
- Low Self-Esteem
- Decision-Making
- Sexuality Concerns
- Relationship Concerns - romantic, family, friends
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Below is a list from the University of Buffalo Counseling Center of commonly shared reasons why a student might want to make use of a college Counseling Center.
- The Counseling Center is a place to benefit from professional, experienced helpers.
- Counselors are non-judgmental, objective helpers.
- Counselors try to make you comfortable in talking-- they understand and help you with your initial anxiety.
- Counseling in the Counseling Center involves the concerns and problems of normal students.
- Fact-- lots of students are using the Counseling Center's services.
- Initiating and remaining in counseling is voluntary.
- All counseling is confidential. No information is released to anyone without written consent. The rare exception is when information is revealed about current or future harm to self or others.
Understanding a situation before it reaches the crisis stage can make a big difference. We encourage you to come in, even if you are not sure that counseling is what you need. With a counselor's help, you can discuss alternatives and decide the best way to proceed. For many students, dealing effectively with emotional and social issues increases their success with academic work. The Counseling Center is a place for help with any psychological or emotional problem or need.
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