Individual Counseling

Clients meet individually with a counselor to discuss a variety of issues, including emotional distress, relationships, anxiety, self-esteem and other personal issues. As a general rule, counseling services are intended to provide help for clients whose concerns can be managed within a limited number of sessions. If a client's situation requires counseling beyond the scope of the center's resources, a referral to professional service providers in the Austin community is offered. The client is responsible for any expenses that he/she incurs for services received from community providers.

During the first meeting or Initial Consultation, the client and counselor determine how the center can best meet the clients' needs. The first meeting may include resolving the concern in a single session, scheduling the client for additional services, making appropriate referrals to outside agencies, or collaborating with additional St. Edward's University resources, such as Student Disability Services, the Student Health Center , Campus Ministry, and/or Career Planning Office.