The Hocking College Counseling Center helps promote the psychological health and wellbeing of our student population in order to foster academic success. Students come to the Counseling Center for a variety of reasons including study/test taking concerns, learning/attention difficulties, stress/anxiety reduction, relationship concerns, depression, suicidal concerns, family issues, substance abuse, eating disorders, sexual concerns and grief and loss. We also provide appropriate referrals for those students experiencing serious mental health issues.

Getting Started

Counseling services are offered to currently enrolled students, and are provided at no charge. On-going counseling is by appointment only. However, initial appointments/consultations typically occur during our walk-In hours, which are Monday through Wednesday from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. The Counseling Center will do its best to see each student who comes during these times. However on days when there is an unusually high demand, there is a possibility that a student may be asked to return to the next day's walk-in or make an appointment for the initial assessment/consultation. Appointments may be scheduled by stopping by our offices at 256 John Light Hall or calling 740.753.6095.

Services

• Individual Counseling

  The Counseling Center offers brief individual therapy to students for a variety of personal concerns. Most students are able to meet their goals quickly are seen for one or two quarters. Many students find that the initial meeting itself is all they need to explore and clarify their feelings and options.

• Group Counseling

  Group counseling is an excellent alternative to individual counseling. The Counseling Center typically offers several counseling groups based on student need and demand.

• Referral

  Students may be referred to resources, offering other services from those available through the Counseling Center. Referrals may be made to other on-campus services or to community professionals.

• Consultation and Crisis Intervention

  Counselors are available during normal working hours to consult with students, faculty, staff, parents or others who are concerned about the well-being of a Hocking College student. Counselors are also trained to assist students in the aftermath of campus crisis or tragedies.

• Veterans

  The transition from military to civilian life, and back into the academic world, can be challenging. Our counselors have the training to assist veterans with various issues, and provide referrals to additional campus resources.

• MyLife Group

  MyLife is a student organization that offers the chance for Hocking College students to interact with each other and discuss the problems associated with college life. Topics may include romantic relationships, alcohol and drug use, finances, family, homelessness, life as a college student, friendships, single parenting, academics, pregnancy, sexually transmitted disease, sexual assault, violence prevention, physical health, disability, discrimination, fear of non-acceptance, parenthood, employment and separation. Contact the Counseling Center for dates and times.