Services

The initial consultation is the first step in meeting with your counselor. We recognize that schedules can get busy and sometimes waiting for your first appointment can be difficult. Offered as a walk-in service or an appointment Monday through Friday, an initial consultation is 30 minutes.

Walk-in appointments are are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis.

During this time, your counselor will review with you the limits of confidentiality, share which services are offered through our office, and learn why you are seeking counseling. Together, you'll come up with a plan!

If our services can't realistically meet the psychological need, we'll discuss options for both on- and off-campus referrals.

We offer brief individual counseling with a focus on helping you improve your daily functioning and achieve academic success. Counseling is a collaborative process that involves a nonjudgmental, supportive counselor who works with you to set goals and establish strategies to meet those goals.

All our counselors are considered "generalist counselors," which means we're able to address a large range of concerns. We do receive specific training on a variety of topics, including:

• addiction issues
• adjustment issues, including adjusting to college life
• anxiety and depression
• eating disorders
• gender identity and sexual orientation
• grief
• relationship difficulties
• sexual assault
• stress management
• and racial discrimination and/or trauma.

Sometimes, it's hard to get along. We're here to help you navigate the difficulties you might be having with your partner or roommate. In couples counseling, we can help give you the tools to better communicate and resolve conflict as we strive to create an environment where you feel safe to express yourselves to one another.

Group therapy can be highly effective and often offers benefits that individual counseling doesn't provide.

Depending on the particular issue you'e struggling with, group therapy can be a great way to get the support you need and work collectively toward the healing you desire.

We understand that sharing your thoughts and feelings with a group can be intimidating. It may be important for you to know that you control what, how much and when you share with the group. Your counselor will never force you to reveal information you're uncomfortable sharing. We find that students do start to feel safe and really enjoy group after the first few sessions.

Group counseling

Open to all SFA students and free to attend, groups meet weekly. 

Counseling Services Book Club: Love to read? Join us in this safe and supportive atmosphere where we engage in discussion about personal experiences as they relate to the book topics.

Connections: A place to feel welcomed, included and connected to your peers in a supportive and therapeutic environment.

Healing from Family Estrangement: Currently estranged from your parents? This group will help you find connections and support for a successful college journey.

Grief: This is a group for students grieving over and coping with the profoundly impactful death of a close family member, friend or partner.  

Neurodivergent Support: This group provides peer support and validation for students on the autism spectrum.

Graduate/Nontraditional: Transitioning to post-graduate life? Join us for peer support, validation and coping methods as you navigate this big change.

Group workshops

Open to all SFA students and free to attend. Contact Counseling Services for upcoming workshop dates.

Garden Immersion: Spend time outdoors in a mindful way while engaging all five senses.  

Eco Skills: We'll work on mindfulness, coping and grounding skills while having fun at the lake! This workshop is offered through a partnership with Campus Recreation's Outdoor Pursuits program.

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for college students. The good news is that suicide is a highly preventable tragedy when individuals in the community are aware of the signs of suicidal behavior and know how to respond appropriately.

QPR: Gatekeeper Training is a 90-minute workshop that provides information and interactive experiences on the "Question, Persuade, Refer" technique. QPR isn't a form of counseling or treatment. It's intended to offer hope through positive action.

Our workshops are open to all SFA students, faculty and staff. Upon completion of the training, each participant each participant is certifies as a Suicide Prevention Gatekeeper.

To view the training schedule, visit the Lumberjack Wellness Network Presentations page.