Acadia University | Student Resource & Counselling Centre

Student Resource Centre Services

Individual Counselling

Getting through university poses many difficult challenges. Many students experience stress due to the adjustments required by their studies and the multiple roles in their lives. Common issues students identify are feeling worried, anxious or depressed, having relationship problems or underachievement in their studies. Counselling is available for supportive or problem-solving assistance for academic, vocational, emotional, personal or social concerns. Counsellors help explore these issues and assist students to work toward achieving the goals they have set for themselves. The Centre provides the opportunity to discuss, in a private and relaxed atmosphere, any personal, career, or academic concern.

Most students can benefit from seeing a counsellor at some point in their university experience.

Other Services
Academic Interest Testing Academic Support Program Career Interest Testing Crisis Intervention Depression & Anxiety Help Disability/Access Services Disability Resource Facilitator Eating Disorder Assistance Employee Assistance Program Faculty and Staff Referral Guide Mental Health Information Presentation Skills	Professional School Admission Tests Post-secondary Planning Physical & Sexual Abuse Counselling Relationship and Family Problems Résumé Information Stress Management Skills Study Skills/Academic Advising Substance Abuse (alcohol/drugs) Tutoring Services

Appointments

Individual counselling sessions can be made in person, by calling 585-1246, or by email at counselling@acadiau.ca

Is it Confidential?

Yes, Confidentiality is observed.

Is There a Cost?

With the exception of a small fee for interest and personality testing or registration for special workshops, the services of the Counselling Centre are free to currently enrolled students of Acadia University.

Resources & Professional School Admission Information

Students are always welcome to drop in to ask questions; ask about resources/ informational URLs; set up a time to talk to a counsellor about career or educational directions, and view our resources related to résumés, work-study-travel abroad, and registration-information packages for professional school admission tests.

Cooperative Education & Career Services

Cooperative Education and Career Services located in the basement of the Library also offers résumé assistance, and interview preparation. Contact: Verilea Warren, 585-1233.

Standardized Testing Services

Strong Interest/Skills Inventory (Career Options)
Myers-BriggsType Indicator (Personality Type)
A modest fee for service is charged for each test, appointments are recommended, and test results are interpreted by a trained counsellor.

Academic Advising Resources

Visit the Academic Advising site at http://www.acadiau.ca/counsel/academicadvisor/

Other Programs

Often, throughout the academic year various workshops such as Test Anxiety, Exam Prep, LSAT Prep, Perfectionsim, and Sleep Disorders are offered. The Centre staff is also available to groups on campus desiring their expertise.

Disability/Access Services

For students with disabilities, the Academic Support Coordinator, Jill Davies, at the Student Resource Centre can assist with advising, counselling and accommodations. Contact Jill at 585-1127 or email: jill.davies@acadiau.ca

The Disability Resource Facilitator, Suzanne Robicheau is able to further assist students with disabilities. Phone: 902-585-1913, or Email: suzanne.robicheau@acadiau.ca