Services

The Learning and Counseling Center offers a variety of services to students. This may include any member of the student’s family or significant person that the student wishes to include in the process.

The following services are offered through the Center:

Individual Counseling

Counselors at the Counseling Center provide an opportunity for students to explore any academic or personal problems or concerns that they may be experiencing. Some examples of common issues that bring students to the LCC include adjusting to university life, study skills or time management issues, confusion about life or career goals, identity concerns, relationship conflicts, depression, anxiety, grief and loss. The counselors are prepared to deal with a multitude of issues or concerns. Students who have been counseled at home or off-campus may also wish to continue with counseling at the University. Students are encouraged to identify personal goals, to develop coping skills, and to generate solutions to current difficulties.

Self-Help Resources

The LCC has extensive self-help resources in the form of written handouts, books, and videos on many topics. Examples of topics include coping with stress, depression, sleep disturbance, loneliness, anxiety, eating disorders, grief and loss, substance abuse, relationship building, assertiveness, career and course choices, study skills, concentration and memory, motivation, time management and test-taking strategies. Plus many more! These resources are useful in helping students understand issues they are facing, and are often used alongside individual counseling.

Student Workshops

Throughout the academic year, various workshops are available to AUS students. These cover many diverse topics including time management, study skills, communication skills, anxiety and stress management, anger management, alcohol and drugs, eating and body image concerns, and so on. Workshop topics and timings are advertised around campus, or student’s can call and inquire about future workshops. We welcome student’s input, and students are encouraged to contact the LCC with their ideas for future workshops.

Consultation Service

Private consultation is available for faculty, staff and students who would like advice about how to assist a student through a difficult time. The LCC counselor will give advice on how to help the individual or refer to an appropriate service.

Location:
Student Center
Rooms A206, A207
Phone:
ext. 2790
ext. 2792

Hours:
Sunday-Thursday
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.