The Counseling Department
Welcome
to the Counseling
Department at San Diego City College. Counseling is an integral part of
the matriculation process. Student life poses special challenges of
managing academic, job and personal responsibilities. Here at San Diego
City College we employ experienced professional counselors qualified to
provide career and educational counseling, as well as personal support
when needed. We counsel the whole student, therefore we are committed to
offering a variety of counseling services to students in order to
facilitate and foster both personal and academic growth.
The following are some of the benefits to students.
Benefits of Counseling
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Adjustment to college life
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Student develop increased confidence in academic abilities
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Help exploring career opportunities
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Addressing lack of direction about your chosen career
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Addressing concerns over whether or not you're in the right major
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Learning to make better decisions regarding academic goals
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Support when there is a change or decline in academic performance
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Helping to alleviate anxiety related to academic work (e.g.,
test-taking)
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Adjustment to cultural changes or a new environment
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Support when there is difficulty concentrating (e.g., when trying to
study) and making decisions
