-          Anyone who is experiencing academic or personal difficulties such as (but not limited to):

o   having thoughts of hurting themselves or someone else

o   depression

o   anxiety

o   anger

o   relational problems

o   drug or alcohol problems

o   pornography addiction

o   panic

o   hearing/seeing things that others don’t

o   feeling out of touch with reality

o   marriage and family problems

o   unmanageable stress

o   eating disorders

o   sleep problems

o   slipping grades

Does going to a counselor mean I’m crazy?

Absolutely not. Many people use the services of a counselor, whether it be a pastor, psychologist, professional counselor or social worker, when life becomes difficult. Some people have issues that that they need to talk about. Other people may have serious mental health problems that require professional treatment.  There is nothing wrong or crazy about asking for help when you are dealing with a difficult situation.

Are you going to call my parents? The cops? Mr. Croy?

Your meeting with your counselor is strictly confidential – however, there are some limitations. Your counselor will discuss those limitations with you when you meet.

What is going to happen when I come in for counseling?

If you make an appointment ahead of time, you and your counselor will meet for approximately 50 minutes. You will fill out some paperwork, then sit down and talk about the problem you are dealing with. Your counselor will get some history, possibly create some goals, and maybe even give you some homework! Counseling is brief, usually lasting no more than 9 sessions.