Web: www.counselling.cam.ac.uk
Email: counsellingreception@admin.cam.ac.uk
Phone: 01223 332865
Address: Student Services Building, Bene't Street, Cambridge CB2 3PT
It is quite normal to occasionally experience anxiety, low-mood or feelings of not fitting in. Some students are able to resolve these problems or difficulties by talking to friends, family, a Tutor or a member of staff in their College or Faculty/Department. For other students, looking up information about areas of concern and reading self-help materials will be sufficient to overcome any challenges. However, there are times when these solutions are not enough. When difficulties become overwhelming or start to have a serious and negative impact on day-to-day living, seeking professional and specialist support in the form of counselling can be very helpful. The University Counselling Service provides free, specialist mental health interventions through a professionally staffed confidential service to students experiencing psychological distress.
Please be aware that the University Counselling Service is not an emergency service.
Self-referral
To access help through the University Counselling Service, you will need to visit the UCS website and complete a self-referral form: http://www.counselling.cam.ac.uk/studentcouns/students
Your form will be read by a Senior Counsellor who will consider what support you need and how urgently you need it. This will then determine what intervention is offered to you. Interventions take a number of forms, including individual counselling, workshops, focused or longer-term counselling group sessions.
Mental Health Advisors (MHAs)
The Student Counselling Service also has two Mental Health Advisors who provide a range of support to students experiencing moderate to severe mental health difficulties. Students can only access the MHAs via a referral from College or University staff.
View the UCS policy on confidentiality here
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