INFORMATION FOR PARENTS

Welcome to the website for Counseling Services through the office of Student Support. Shorter University is committed to working to enhance the educational experience of your sons and daughters and to enable them to develop as well-rounded and healthy individuals. This page is intended to provide you with information about our services and the ways in which we can be helpful to you and your SU student.

How can counseling services help parents?

We are available for consultation with parents by phone or by appointment. We invite parents to call if they have concerns about their son or daughter. Parents frequently have questions about the specific services we provide that may be beneficial to their student at SU. We can also help parents secure referrals to services outside of the university for their sons and daughters.

Click here to schedule and appointment.

Why do students go to counseling?

Typically, students seek counseling for difficulties with adjustment, problems with relationships, self-esteem, as well as serious emotional and behavioral issues, such as depression, anxiety, anger, eating disorders, and substance abuse. We encourage students to consult us about any matters that concern them.

What services are offered?

Student Support Services offers short-term individual counseling, group counseling, consultation and referral services.

What about confidentiality?

Confidentiality is an important part of establishing trust and effective counseling relationships. Confidentiality laws also prohibit us from sharing any information about a student’s counseling contacts without the expressed permission of the student.