Introduction
About Us
Our counseling center offers a wide range of services, such as individual and group counseling, psychological assessments and tests, crisis intervention, mental health activities, and gender equality promotion activities.
We are located on the 3rd floor of Building G and are open Monday to Friday from 8 am to 8 pm. There is a designated area for students to rest, as well as a collection of films, magazines, and books available for loan. We warmly welcome you to visit and take advantage of these valuable psychological resources.
Individual Counseling
1.Make An Appointment:
Our center offers individual counseling for students, faculty, and staff at Shih-Chien University. Individual counseling sessions are available by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, visit our website at https://care.usc.edu.tw. Log in with your student account ID and password, and complete the application forms.
2.Q&A
Q1: What do the students come to the Counseling Center for?
A1: Below is a list of many, but not all, reasons students come to counseling:
*Adjustment to university, such as academic difficulties or relationship issues.
*Self-exploration, such as career planning, interests, self-identity, or self-image.
*Physical or psychological concerns, such as eating or sleeping problems, mood swings, depression, or feelings of loneliness.
*Post-Traumatic Syndromes caused by natural disasters, car accidents, bereavement, loss of a relationship, or sexual assault/rape.
Even if you don’t have any specific problems and just need someone to talk to, you are welcome to stop by our center.
Q2: Does it mean I have serious problems if I ask for help?
A2: Of course not! Seeking counseling means you are courageous and responsible for solving your problems. At Shih-Chien University, we are here and ready to help you.
Q3: What is “Counseling”?
A3: Counseling is the application of psychological or guidance principles. Through cognitive, affective, behavioral, or systemic interventions, a counselor helps you better understand and be aware of yourself, clarifying your thoughts and feelings. This process allows you to discover better ways of thinking and living. Although a counselor is not a magician who can make your problems disappear immediately, they will help you develop the ability to deal with various life issues.
Q4: Will I leave records if I go to the Counseling Center? Can anyone find out that I have been to the Counseling Center or what I have said to the counselor?
A4: Yes, a record is made after each session for the counselor’s reference. We assure you that our counseling center adheres to the Psychologist’s Act, which means your records will be kept confidential unless you give written permission. However, the Psychologist’s Act requires that counseling professionals report the following situations:
1. A reasonable suspicion of danger to self, others, and/or property.
2. Conditions involving laws such as the Children and Teenager Welfare Law, Sexual Offence Crime Prevention Law, Domestic Violence Prevention and Control Law, Student Transition Guidance and Services Regulations, etc.
Q5: What would I expect from an individual counseling?
A5: Before starting individual counseling, you will have an intake session as your initial contact with a counselor. This session will last at least 20 minutes, during which the counselor will assess your needs. Based on this assessment, useful information might be provided, or further services will be arranged. If you are referred for individual counseling, sessions will be by appointment once a week, each lasting 50 minutes. You will speak with the same counselor unless changes are discussed. Our approach is to identify and meet your needs without relying on session limits. If you have any questions, please discuss them with your counselor.
Q6: Who are the counselors?
A6: All of our full-time and part-time counselors are professionally trained in social work, counseling psychology, and clinical psychology.
Q7: When does my counselor make a referral?
A7: To effectively solve your problems, your counselor may refer you to other professionals, such as social workers, psychiatrists, or other counselors. Your counselor will not make a referral without your permission. Referral files will also be kept confidential. If you request a referral, please discuss it with your counselor.