Acphs咨询服务
The Office of Counseling and Wellness offers free wellness and mental health services for students of the College.
Services include assistance with a variety of issues, such as academic and adjustment concerns, 焦虑, 酗酒和吸毒, 双相情感障碍, 抑郁症, 饮食失调, 家庭问题, 情绪波动, 关系困难, 压力, 还有自杀的念头.
所有的咨询, 磋商, and referrals are kept strictly confidential, in accordance with legal and professional guidelines.
The Office of Counseling and Wellness is open Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. 到下午4:30.m. The Office is located in the Student Center, Room 209.
The clinicians staffing the Office may be contacted directly by phone or e-mail. Please see contact information in sidebar of this page. Appointments may be made by emailing the Office of Counseling and Wellness.
The Office of Counseling and Wellness partners with 资本咨询 to provide services for students who are seeking to meet a BIPOC (Black, 土著, (有色人种)顾问. For more information, please visit 资本咨询 或致电518-462-6531.
常见问题
How do I go about booking an appointment with one of the counselors?
有几个选项:
- In Person: Drop by the Student Center (Room 209) to speak to a counselor.
- Phone: Call 518-694-7262 to schedule an appointment.
- Email: Many students prefer to use email, although it must be kept in mind that email cannot guarantee privacy of communications.
How much do counseling sessions cost?
Services are free for all ACPHS students.
Are the services offered confidential?
绝对. Nothing that is discussed during sessions can be discussed with anyone without your permission. Your privacy is protected under HIPAA and professional ethics. Only in cases where there is a danger to yourself or others can confidentiality be breached, 或者当法院下令时.
Will this go on my record or show up on my transcripts?
绝对不是. In accordance with confidentiality rights, ACPHS personnel are not made aware of your use of the Office of Counseling and Wellness unless you request this. It will never show up on your transcripts.
Aren't people who go for counseling “crazy” or don't they have major problems?
There are a wide variety of reasons why people seek help. Some issues are indeed serious, but much more often help is being sought for common concerns with mood, 焦虑, 的关系, 家庭, 还有学校的压力.
What will we talk about in our first session?
Usually, you'll start off by discussing the nature of your issue or the concerns you are having. In the first session, the counselor may also ask you about some pertinent background information. It is also your chance to ask any questions you might have about the process.
How long will the counseling session last?
Usually about 45 minutes, in some cases 30 minutes. It depends upon the issue at hand.
After the first session, how often will I come in?
That depends on what frequency you and your counselor decide upon. On the average, most students come in once a week for a 45 minute session. If your situation warrants, you can come in several times a week or even daily until things improve.
How many sessions will I have?
Students have unlimited access to the Office of Counseling and Wellness. Some students get what they need in only one session. Others may need more, or prefer to see a counselor on a regular basis throughout the year. It all depends on what you and your counselor feel is necessary.
Can the counselors prescribe medications if I need them?
No. Only a licensed medical professional can prescribe. If you and your counselor decide that you might be a good candidate for medication, your counselor will assist in getting you evaluated with your primary care physician back home, or we can refer you to a local psychiatrist. 你喜欢什么都行.
What if I wanted to attend counseling, but I don't want to use the services of the ACPHS counselors?
The ACPHS counselors will refer you to a qualified mental health professional in the area. 记住, 然而, that an “outside” professional will charge a fee that you will be responsible for. Sometimes your health insurance will cover the fee, other times you may have to pay “out-of-pocket.”
What if I feel as though I'm in crisis and I can't wait until my scheduled appointment with my ACPHS counselor?
During business hours, go directly to the counseling office and see if a counselor is available. If this is an emergency that involves safety concerns, please contact Capital District Psychiatric Center (CDPC) Mobile Crisis at 518-447-9650 or 911 may be called.
如果我想要我的父母怎么办, 或者我的男朋友/女朋友, or my roommates to come into a session with me?
非常好! Just discuss it with your counselor first.