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WELCOME TO THE UCA COUNSELING CENTER

We provide a wide range of mental health services, including consultations, to currently enrolled UCA students. We also conduct educational programs for student organizations, classes, UCA departments, and the community, upon request. We are accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services.

INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING

Individual Counseling is provided to help a person develop coping strategies, resolve conflicts and handle crisis situations. The Counseling Center uses a brief counseling model. If you have questions, please discuss with your counselor.
Typical issues include:
  • College Adjustment                             
  • Depressed Mood
  • Relationship Concerns
  • Anxiety
  • Decision-making
  • Family Problems 
  • Divorce Adjustment
  • Intimacy

 

GROUP COUNSELING

Group Counseling is an effective treatment method for students. Group sessions allow students to interact with peers who share similar life experiences, offering immediate validation and feedback in a supportive environment. Facilitated by two leaders, groups aim to create a safe space for communication and growth, encouraging participants to practice new behaviors and learn from others’ experiences.

Key benefits: 

  • Realizing shared challenges
  • Receiving support, and developing coping skills and motivation
  • Promoting self-expression and personal growth.

To maximize the experience, participants are encouraged to be themselves, define goals, respect their pace, take risks, give and receive feedback, and reflect between sessions.

 

 GIVING BACK

Whether you attended a workshop on managing relationships in college, had one of our counselors help you through a crisis, or engaged in personal counseling to better manage your anxiety, the UCA Counseling Center was an important part of your college experience. Your support through the UCA Foundation can help the UCA Counseling Center strengthen existing programs and provide new opportunities, such as Adventure Therapy, that improve students’ ability to navigate their college years and beyond. Whether you give today or during UCA’s annual Day of Giving, you positively impact the mental health and well-being of current and future UCA Bears.

 

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