Services Offered
Individual Counseling
Counseling, most simply stated, is an interaction between a person who is "stuck" in some way and in need of help, and another person who is trained in helping people get "unstuck."
The reasons for participating in counseling are many, and the counseling strategies employed also vary from counselor to counselor. Counseling at the PCC offers a safe, confidential environment where one can share thoughts and feelings, explore concerns, gain awareness, and make appropriate changes.
A short-term approach is incorporated at the PCC that is designed to facilitate symptom-reduction and a return to ones previous, higher level of functioning. If one feels uncertain about whether counseling is for him/her,he/she is encouraged to schedule an appointment and discuss any reservations with one of the counselors--there is no obligation to continue.
Couples Counseling
The Psychological Counseling Center is committed to helping students work through relationship problems that may affect their academic performance.
Married and unmarried students are welcome to participate in couples counseling as long as one member of the couple is a currently enrolled student.
Groups
Group counseling provides a highly effective means of addressing personal concerns, either as a supplement to individual counseling work or in lieu of individual counseling.
Group counseling can be particularly beneficial for people who are concerned about how they relate to other people, or who feel isolated, depressed or anxious. The Psychological Counseling Center offers a variety of group counseling options each quarter to meet the specific needs and interests of the CSUSB student population.
Fall 2008 Groups:
The Men's Group | Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30pm
Come and share your experiences of being male in today's world. Learn about the challenges and pressures facing men and tools we use to improve the quality of our relationships, our work, our health and our lives. (PDF)
The Women's Group | Thursdays, 3:00-4:30pm
Women's Group is intended to be a safe, supportive, confidential place where female students can explore and work through their issues in an interpersonal context that accurately reflects real life. Group therapy provides a wealth of opportunities for personal growth by allowing you to observe and reflect on your own and other's interperaonal skills, to benefit both from actively participating as well by observing, and to give and receive immediate feedback about concerns, issues, and problems affecting your life.
Contact the Psychological Counseling Center at (909) 537-5040 to schedule a consultation to join the group.
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Wellness Workshops | Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:30pm in the Lower Commons, Sycamore Room
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| 10/7/08 | Stop Putting Your Life On Hold | Carlos Carrio, M.P.H. |
Stress and fear can immobilize us from taking action and accomplishing our goals.
Over 90% of our stressors are self-induced. However, we tend to blame others for our problems. We CAN control our destiny by deciding what we want and going for it! Conquer your fears, lower your stressors and "enjoy the ride." (PDF) |
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| 10/14/08 | Increase Your happiness Quotient | Rachel Keener, Psy.D. |
| Does happiness seem elusive to you? Studies indicate that each person has a “happiness set point” – a fixed level of happiness that is half genetic and half learned. Come learn ways to holistically increase your “happiness set point” by addressing key areas of your life.(PDF) |
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| 10/21/08 | Nutrition | Nursing Students |
| The Freshman 15... or will it be the Freshman 30? Ever feel like you have very little time to eat, yet you've gained 10-15 pounds in the last year? Are you always "eating on the run" but still feeling hungry? Come to learn how to pick the right foods to fit into your schedule. Eat good, Feel good, Look good!(PDF) |
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| 10/28/08 | Assertiveness | Julie Simmons, Psy.D. |
| Do you ever say “yes” when you really want to say “no”? Or find yourself losing your temper and saying things that you later regret? Come learn the difference between passive, aggressive, passive-aggressive and assertive communication styles and take a step towards improving your relationships and enhancing your self-esteem.(PDF) |
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| 11/4/08 | An Introduction to Journaling | Bridget Tucker, MFT |
| Journaling is an inexpensive, always available way to express your creativity and uncover who you are beyond the roles you play in your life. Journaling is known to lower stress, improve your problem-solving skills, and clarify your thoughts and feelings, which can enable you to communicate more effectively. Come learn tips to journal effectively!(PDF) |
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| 11/11/08 | Happy Veterans’ Day! | No Workshops |
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| 11/18/08 | Stress Management | Nursing Students |
| Is your schedule out of control? Are you experiencing increasing anxiety as the quarter wears on? Come learn some easy techniques to use in your daily life to manage your stress. Achieve a state of calm in the chaos of life.(PDF) |
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| 11/25/08 | Sleep and Its Secrets | Terry Schmitt, Ph.D. |
| Why do we sleep so well sometimes and so poorly at others? Good sleep is essential to a healthy and productive life. In this workshop you will learn the factors that disrupt sleep and those that promote good, restorative sleep. You’ll leave with specific suggestions for understanding and meeting your sleep needs.(PDF) |
Sponsored by the Student Health & Psychological Counseling Center and Public Health Nursing Students.
If you are in need of an accommodation for your disability in order to participate in this event, please contact Event Scheduling at x75236 (or the Counseling Center) at least 72-hours in advance.
Referral
Some students experience situations and psychological challenges that require a specialist or other services beyond the scope of the Psychological Counseling Center's services. Students who need these more specialized or more intensive services will be supported and assisted in finding a practitioner in the community who can best meet their needs.
Outreach
Seminars, workshops and outreach presentations on a variety of mental health and academically related topics emphasizing proactive mental health and personal development may be provided on an as needed basis.
Topics are developed to meet the needs and interests of specific campus groups requesting the presentation and are designed to assist students to acquire new knowledge, skills and behavior, cultivate realistic and positive self-appraisal and promote personal, academic and career choices. Such topics may include: stress management, proactive mental health, test anxiety, depression, rape awareness, crisis management, eating disorders, and substance abuse.
