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About

Counseling Services

Counseling Services provides a safe, confidential space where students can talk through challenges, build coping skills, and support their mental health and overall well-being.

About Counseling Services

Counseling Services is a free service that offers licensed professional clinical counselors who are qualified to diagnose and treat mental health and emotional disorders. These counselors are trained and experienced in a variety of techniques and therapeutic interventions. Common concerns include but are not limited to the following: anxiety, depression, family issues, eating concerns, homesickness, relationships, substance use, anger, trauma, and self-esteem.

Students can talk alone with a counselor in a safe and private environment, without risk of being judged. Counselors are objective and confidential.  Sessions are by appointment when possible, and usually last 50 minutes.  Counseling staff will help students identify and attain personal goals. 

Couples counseling can help students learn how to communicate more effectively with a partner, resolve conflict, and develop a more mutually satisfying relationship.

Group counseling provides a place to talk about concerns, to learn about alternative ways of looking at personal problems and to share with other students who have similar issues, all while gaining support from group members and counselors. Support groups vary each semester depending on need and interest.  Examples of past groups include grief, body image, self esteem, sexual assault/abuse, depression, and anxiety.  

Outreach programs are a service provided by Counseling Services to assist in the development of UF students, faculty and staff.  Programs focus on relevant issues such as depression, anxiety, eating disorders, substance abuse, stress management, relaxation, and relationship skills.

Quality Counseling with the “Oiler” Touch

Experienced Mental Health Staff

Safe & Private Environment

Flexible Student Access