Myths About Counseling

Counseling is misunderstood by many people. These are some common myths about counseling:

MYTH: Counseling is only for people who have serious emotional problems.

FACT: While counseling does deal with people who have emotional problems, it can also help:

• Students trying to adjust to their new surroundings.
• Students having difficulty juggling school, work, family, and other responsibilities.
• Individuals having academic problems, difficulty in test-taking and/or test anxiety.
• Individuals who have difficulty with self-esteem, communication, or assertion.
• Couples who want a stronger relationship, or are contemplating a commitment or marriage.
• Students choose a major or career path.

MYTH: The counselor will tell you what to do and how to "fix" your problems.

FACT: Counseling is not a “quick fix” cure for your problems. The counselor is there to help you explore your feelings, thoughts, and concerns, to examine your options, and to assist you in achieving the goals you have set.