Counseling Services

University Counseling Services provide vital support for student’s mental health and emotional well-being. These services offer resources such as individual counseling, group therapy, workshops, and crisis intervention. The goal is to help students navigate the challenges of university life and develop effective coping strategies. Staffed by licensed mental health professionals, confidentiality is upheld, creating a safe space for students to share their concerns. Counseling Services also promote mental health awareness through outreach programs and campaigns. Overall, these services play a crucial role in fostering a supportive campus environment and empowering students to succeed academically and personally.

Mission

Students may face a wide variety of common personal issues as well as academic pressures during their university experience. When such issues are present, they often interfere with academic growth. Students who recognize these problems may utilize the counseling services to deal with challenges in a healthy manner and enhance their personal well-being.

Our counseling services involve a wide range of methods to offer support to our students and provide regular sessions as needed, as it is often helpful to discuss these concerns in a supportive and professional environment. Students may be expected to complete certain tasks and activities as part of the interactive counseling process.

Common Issues

Stress & anxiety
Depression
Relationships & peer pressure
Family concerns
Self-esteem
Body image
Grief
Academic major & career
Grades

Services Include

Counseling Office

*Counseling records are kept strictly confidential. Information is only shared with relevant sources after obtaining student’s permission. Exceptions to confidentiality are rare and include when a person poses a threat to his/her own safety or the safety of someone else.

AUBH Counselor

AUBH’s counselor Fatima AlDallal is a psychologist holding an MSc in Clinical Psychology and a BSc in Counseling Psychology. Her experience includes working in clinical settings offering counseling to clients; most commonly young adults. She works collaboratively with students to offer guidance and support by addressing any challenges they may face throughout the academic year while providing general counseling to ensure healthier perspectives.