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The ÌÇÐÄVlog Counseling Center provides comprehensive mental health support to enrolled students through free, confidential counseling services and wellness programs. Our services are designed to empower students to manage personal challenges, promote emotional resilience, and support academic success.

Counseling services are available at no additional cost to all enrolled Georgia Southern students aged 18 and older. Our team is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds and identities.

Our Mission

In alignment with the mission of ÌÇÐÄVlog, the Counseling Center supports student development by addressing personal, emotional, and psychological concerns. We empower students to be active participants in their growth and well-being and serve as a training site for future mental health professionals. We value a sense of community, global awareness, and inclusive excellence in all that we do.

About our Services

Whether you’re seeking individual counseling, group therapy, relationship counseling, or drop-in workshops, the Counseling Center is a safe and supportive space for personal growth. We also offer crisis intervention, outreach programming, and training opportunities to promote mental well-being across campus.

For a list of all our services, please look at the menu on the left. Our most frequently utilized specific services include but are not limited it:

• Individual Counseling
• Relationship Counseling
• Group Therapy
• Same-Day Solution Sessions
• Workshops
• Case Management

The Counseling Center is staffed by mental health providers at no additional cost to students enrolled at Georgia Southern.

Additionally, the University System of Georgia has partnered with several resources to provide additional services to students.

Accreditation & Ethical Standards

The Georgia Southern Counseling Center is accredited by the  and operates in accordance with the ethical guidelines of the . Our staff values diversity, equity, and inclusion and is committed to serving students across all cultures, identities, and lived experiences.

Locations & Hours

Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Closed on weekends and official university holidays.

Scheduling an Appointment

Appointments can be scheduled in person or by calling 912-478-5541 (Statesboro) or 912-478-5541 (Armstrong). Online scheduling is not available. During your first session, a clinician will assess your needs and recommend services that best support your well-being.

Important: Email is not secure for confidential communication. For emergencies, call 911 or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for 24/7 support by dialing 988.

Cost of Services

The Counseling Center operates on a time-limited, short-term model: students may receive up to 16 individual and relationship counseling sessisons per year. All Counseling Center services are free for currently enrolled Georgia Southern students. We do not bill insurance or use third-party payers. No charges will appear on your bursar account.

Confidentiality

Your privacy matters. Counseling records are confidential and not part of your academic record. Information is never shared without your written consent, except in rare cases involving:

• Risk of harm to self or others
• Reports of child or elder abuse
• Legal mandates

Our staff’s priority is to provide a safe space where you feel respected and supported.

Limitations of Our Services

The Counseling Center is best equipped to serve students with short-term counseling needs. Students may receive up to 16 individual and relationship counseling sessisons per year. We may refer students to external providers for:

• Long-term or intensive treatment
• Substance use programs
• Specialized care for chronic mental health conditions

Additionally, we do not provide counseling to students under 18. However, we offer case management support to help minors connect with community resources.

Students Abroad

If you are a student studying internationally abroad or are located on Georgia Southern’s Wexford campus, please check out our .