Counseling and Psychological Services

The mission of Counseling and Psychological Services reflects that of the University at large in its commitment to foster access to a quality liberal art education. We believe that an integral part of this aspiration is in maintaining students’ emotional health, thus empowering the student to achieve academic success, experience healthy and satisfying relationships, and collectively take part in a supportive campus community.

The purpose of Counseling and Psychological Services within this context is to apply our clinical expertise in human behavior to mitigate emotional problems as well as assist students in developing and recognizing their strengths. The application of this expertise may involve prevention, intervention, outreach consultations, skill development training, and applied research all encompass our view of enhancing the student’s ability to engage in a successful university experience.

Counseling and psychological services provides only short-term individual therapy, to assist with crisis intervention, problem solving, adjustment issues, and similar matters that may interfere with your academic success at PSU. Therapy may be provided in a group, individual, or couples format. If we determine that your needs are outside the scope of care available at our center, such as more long-term, intensive or specialized care, or hospitalization, you will be referred to an appropriate mental health provider in the community.

Students who are full time or part time and paid the health fee, are eligible to see a social worker, psychologist, or psychiatrist at no charge.

To learn more about the various services we provide, please see the links on the side.

All our services are confidential.