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Counseling FAQ’s

Questions You Might Have About Our Counseling Services

• What is “counseling”?
  Counseling means meeting with a licensed professional in an individual or group setting and talking about issues you are facing in order to receive some resolution or satisfaction of these issues.

• If I seek counseling, does that mean I'm "crazy"?
  No! Just because you are seeking services does not mean you're "crazy". Many of our students seek counseling for personal growth and/or for help managing the challenges life presents all of us at one time or another. Seeking outside help from a trained, licensed professional is a way to work through a difficult time. We provide such services because we understand that many students will need such support.

• What is the cost of services?
  Counseling at Saint Xavier University is free to enrolled students. Alumni are entitled to three sessions which are also free of charge.

• Does anyone (friends, family, professors) have to know that I am attending counseling?
  No. We follow standard confidentiality practices. This information is shared with students during the first appointment. In addition, all counseling records are kept separate from any other university records.

• Do I have to make an appointment for services at CCS?
  Yes, under normal circumstances, we request that you make an appointment in advance. However, whenever possible, we will make accommodations for those individuals in a crisis or feel the need to talk to someone immediately.

• What if I need to talk to someone when CCS is closed?
  If you are having a crisis or feel that you need to talk to someone during a time when the center is closed, call Public Safety at (773) 298-3541. If the emergency is off-campus, call 911.