Appointments 

Counseling Services incorporates a brief therapeutic model with an emphasis on developmentally-oriented therapy directed at helping students succeed in the university environment. When specialized or longer term services are needed, we can assist in making referrals to off-campus professionals.

Your first appointment:

Students coming in for their first visit will be seen for a brief (20-30 minute) intake with a counselor who will:

• Provide information about what to expect from the counseling process
• Discuss the student's presenting issues and concerns
• Develop a plan to best meet the student's needs, which may include:
• • Referral to a counselor on our staff for individual counseling
  • Referral to group counseling
  • Referral to a mental health counselor or service off campus
  • Information and referral to other campus services
    

Contact our appointment desk at 715-425-3884 to schedule an appointment.

What to Expect From Counseling

Counseling Services Staff

What Students Are Saying

When asked what was most helpful about Counseling, students replied: *

• “She taught me stress management techniques I can use on my own”
• “Not having a lot of pressure”
• “The counselor talked to me like she wasn’t above me and knew so much more, she talked to me like we were equals”
• “Being able to go in and talk to someone that didn’t judge me, have prejudices on my issue, and was completely open minded helped me tremendously”
• “He was easy to talk to and had great feedback”

When asked to provide additional comments regarding the counseling experience: *

• “ I felt very comfortable and received warmth and care from this particular counselor, she listened and asked a lot of questions to better understand me which I really appreciated.”
• “ I love her a lot! She has helped me so much, it’s awesome to have a different perspective on things.”
• “EXTREMELY HELPFUL!!! I knew that talking out problems helps solve issues, but it was eye opening to me how much it helped me, it is really nice to have this service available.”
• “He provided good and insightful feedback that I have never gotten before”
• “People at the desk were helpful and nice, felt comfortable and not judged”

_{*According to the annual UWRF Student Health and Counseling Satisfaction Survey.}