What We Do
International Student Challenges
Transitions always present challenges that can be both exciting and difficult. This is especially true for international students new not only to ±«Óãtv but also to the United States. At the Counseling Center, we have proven experience providing assistance to address the challenges facing international students. Some international students have a clear idea of what their concerns are before seeking help; many others simply feel that some things are not going as well as they had hoped. Either way, we are here to help.
Although counseling is not a common practice in many countries and cultures, in the United States it is increasingly used as a process that is helpful for dealing with personal stress and difficulties. We are committed to providing a safe place to talk about these concerns and to helping you achieve balance in this journey.
We offer a variety of services and programs to assist you with academic, career, and personal needs.
Some common concerns for which you may seek counseling include:
- Feeling invisible or isolated
- Navigating language
- Cultural barriers
- Culture shock
- Returning home and reverse culture shock
- Acculturation
- Adjusting to the educational system at ±«Óãtv
- Academic pressures
- Religious practices
- Financial pressures
- Sexual identity concerns
- Food customs
- Dealing with anxiety, stress, roommates, and school
- Dealing with depression
- Dealing with the expectations of the university as compared to family or cultural expectations
- Maintaining family and other relationships
If you identify with these or any other concerns, we encourage you to contact us to make an appointment.