Personal Counselling
Kwantlen's professional counsellors all have at least a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology and are fully qualified to do personal counselling. We work with students on a wide range of issues - basically, anything that affects their academic performance or general well-being. Examples of common concerns include: adjustment to post-secondary studies; anxiety, depression and stress; relationship and family problems, including domestic violence; and perfectionism and procrastination. In addition, Counsellors assist students in crisis and make referrals for specialized help. For more information on help with personal matters, follow the links below:
- Confidentiality
- Self-help Pamphlets
- Domestic Violence Information
- BC Supreme Court Self-Help Information Centre
Confidentiality
Kwantlen Counselling Services takes the protection of your privacy very seriously. All information discussed and/or recorded during counselling sessions is considered private and is held in strict confidence. We will not release information to anyone, whether an individual or an agency, without your consent. There are a few, very rare exceptions to this rule. Counsellors are required by law to report instances of clear and imminent danger to self and/or others and instances of current child abuse. In addition, very rarely, counselling records maybe subpoenaed by a court of law. Finally, your counsellor may consult with colleagues to ensure that the department is providing you with the best care possible. If you have further questions or concerns about confidentiality, please ask your counsellor about it.
Self-Help Pamphlets
- Follow this link to the University of Illinois' website to view self-help pamphlets on a range of personal topics.
- Follow this link to the Canadian Psychological association's fact sheets on a range of mental health issues.
