Our primary goal is to provide the highest quality & most accessible professional service to students to improve their personal, social & academic well-being.
We strive to accommodate all students needs within a reasonable amount of time.
Please note: Urgent requests are dealt with as quickly & efficiently as possible.
We offer individual and couple counselling, as well as workshops and seminars.
Our services include dealing with:
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In case of an EMERGENCY where your own safety or the safety of others is imminently at risk, please make the urgency of the situation known to the receptionist. Should you require assistance for an emergency situation outside our regular operating hours, please call CAMPUS SECURITY 819-822-9711 or on campus Ext 2711.
F.A.Q.
Some of the most frequently asked questions regarding our personal counselling services are as follows:
1) Will my parents, university authorities know that I have come to counselling?
No, our services are strictly confidential, within the guidelines of professional ethics.
NO ONE can be passed on any information (including whether you have ever made an appointment) without your knowledge, approval and expressed written consent.
2) Is there a fee for the service?
No. As long as you are a registered Bishop's student, there is no fee for any of our services.
Please note however, there is a small registration fee for some workshops to help pay for the cost of hand-outs and inventory scoring.
3) Does everyone benefit from personal counselling?
Unfortunately counsellors do not have magic wands, nor is it after the case that problems respond to a "quick fix". However, many students have found counselling to be a helpful tool in coping with the academic, social and personal challenges associated with university life.
4) How do students feel about coming to Counselling?
Many students report that they initially feel hesitant. They worry that coming for counselling may indicate that "something" is wrong with them. Some students believe that it may be taken as a sign of weakness. Once they do come forward, however, most students quickly realize that exploration of feelings and concerns requires strength, and that the process itself is strength enhancing.
5) Where do I go with suggestions to improve the service or if I have some constructive criticisms?
You are most welcome to address any suggestions or concerns to the Director of the Service, (Marjorie Donald Building, Ext: 2695), the Dean of Student Affairs (Marjorie Donald Building, Ext: 2255), or the University Ombudsman (Ext: 2478).
