Source: School of new materials and new energy resources Author: School of new materials and new energy resources

I. What is counseling?

A: Psychological counseling refers to the process by which a psychologist uses the principles and methods of psychology to assist a visitor in solving a psychological problem. Psychological counseling is different from the counseling and comfort of friends and relatives, and it is also different from the instruction and education of teachers. It is a professional activity with scientific theoretical foundations and strict operating procedures. Only people who have undergone professional training and obtained the corresponding qualifications can become psychological counselors and engage in psychological consulting work.

2. Who is the client of psychological counseling?

A: We have a student psychological counseling center that provides psychological consultation services to all undergraduate students at the university. It is free to receive counseling at the psychological consulting center.

3. What are the content of psychological counseling services?

A: The content of psychological counseling mainly includes: (1) Adaptive counseling. The purpose of such counseling is to help students deal with problems in their studies and in their lives, such as college adjustment, study, interpersonal, emotional, and other emotional and stressful issues for a variety of reasons. (2) Developmental consulting. The purpose of such counseling is to help students better understand themselves, avoid shortcomings, develop their potential, improve the quality of learning and life, and pursue a better development. Examples include how to handle the relationship between study and work, and what career is more conducive to your development.

Neurosis, mental illness, etc. are not within the scope of psychological counseling, and the psychological consultation center can conduct a preliminary assessment of visitors and provide information on specialized medical institutions for visitors to choose medical treatment. During the course of the medication treatment, psychological counseling will also be provided to the visitors to help them recover better.

IV. How do I apply for counseling services?

A: A pre-appointment is required to receive counseling. Students can make an appointment for counseling in the following ways:

1.WeChat appointment: follow the WeChat Official Account "Xinhai navigation" à Enter the Official Account message template à Click on the menu "Psychological consultation," "Appointment consultation" à Choose a consultantConsultation time, fill in consultation questions and contact telephone à "submit an appointment" à wait for confirmation from the consultant à confirm by yourself à arrive on time.Note: After making an appointment, you will need to wait for the consultant to confirm your appointment, and then I will confirm again to count the appointment as successful; For the first time, you need to fill in your profile and establish your WeChat account.

2. Phone appointments: Make an appointment by calling the appointment number (0755-23256088) during business hours;

3. Make an appointment directly at the Counseling Center (Camp House, 12 203).

Warm Tip: Psychological counseling is generally once a week for 50 minutes at a time, and the service time is 8: 30 - 12: 00, 14: 00 - 17: 30 (Monday to Friday, except national legal holidays). In emergencies, there are no restrictions on time, number of consultations and appointments. Once a consultation is scheduled, please arrive on time. If changes or cancellations are required, staff should be notified by telephone one business day in advance.

5. Does receiving counseling indicate that my psychology is not normal?

A: Psychological counseling is mainly aimed at people who are psychologically normal. Its purpose is to help visitors properly deal with various problems in study, life and work, including college adjustment, study and development, interpersonal relationships, emotions, emotions and family relationships. Accepting counseling does not mean there is a mental or spiritual problem, and being able to actively seek help is a positive state of mind.

6. Can I resolve my psychological problems by self-regulation?

A: Some psychological problems can be alleviated by self-regulation, but if the problem is serious or persistent for a long time, it needs to be addressed through counseling or treatment. Even if you want to solve a problem through self-regulation, you can explore a suitable regulation method with a counselor, rather than copying a book or someone else's solution.

7. Can a psychological problem be solved with a single consultation?

A: Psychological problems cannot be solved with a single consultation. When people turn to counseling, they often come with many problems that have developed over the years, whether it's the elimination of symptoms or the growth of the mind, which are difficult to accomplish in a single 50-minute consultation. A complete psychological counseling process should include: collection of information, preliminary evaluation, determination of counseling goals, discussion of counselling options, conduct of counselings, and consolidation of results.

8. What if you find a classmate around you who needs help with psychological counseling?

A: If you find a classmate around you who needs help with counseling, you can suggest that he / she make an appointment for counseling or help him / her make an appointment with his / her consent. If necessary, you can accompany him / her to the counseling room. If the classmate is unwilling to accept help, you can contact the counseling center and discuss with the counselor how to help him / her.

9. Will the content of my conversation with the counselor be known to others?

A: Psychological counseling follows the principle of confidentiality. Without the visitor's permission, the consultant will not inform any person or organization of the visitor's personal information and of his or her actions during the consultation process. However, the principle of confidentiality does not apply when the physical safety of the visitor himself or of others is threatened. The counselor may need to notify their family members or related personnel to ensure the safety of the visitor himself and others.

10. Will I be criticized or ridiculed for my problems?

A: Psychological counseling follows the principle of unconditional positive attention. The consultant will approach the visitor's questions in a neutral manner, respecting and accepting the visitor's thoughts, feelings and behaviors, without any form of personal value judgment.

11. Will the counselor tell me what to do?

A: Counseling follows the principle of helping people to help themselves. Consultants generally do not directly tell visitors what to do, but rather help them to better understand themselves so that they can solve problems on their own and grow in the process.

Student Psychological Counseling Center at Shenzhen University of Technology

Address: 12 Student Housing Buildings 202 and 203

Tel: 0755-23256088

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