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Overview
Counseling & Psychological Services (C&PS) delivers quality mental health services to full-time undergraduate students that are confidential and no additional cost to students. We provide individual and group psychotherapy by professional psychotherapists to help students navigate adjustment issues, relationship problems, family issues, emotional distress, and other challenges. We offer graduate students a single session for triage and referrals to the surrounding community.
We are committed to creating an environment that recognizes the inherent value and dignity of each person. In these times of increased racial and cultural tension, C&PS seeks to continue to provide a safe space to support all students and to assist in fostering a climate where all are heard and feel welcome.
Counseling & Psychological Services utilizes a collaborative, solution-oriented approach to counseling and mental health treatment. We focus on the changes students wish to make in their lives while understanding their presenting concerns in the context of current stressors and relationships, history, and the intersection of their identities with the sociopolitical climate.
Mission
Mission
The general mission of the Counseling & Psychological Services is to facilitate each student’s fulfillment of their fullest potential – intellectually, emotionally, spiritually, physically, and socially, as envisioned by the Mission Statement of ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ University. Mindful of the Jesuit tradition which emphasizes respect for the individual both as a unique person and as a member of the University community, Counseling & Psychological Services commits to the following goals:
- The provision of services of superior quality to individual students who may be experiencing psychological, emotional, or behavioral difficulties
- The provision of programming addressing the developmental needs of students to benefit from the academic and social environment of the University community
- The provision of consultation to faculty members, administrators, and/or other university staff persons concerning the psychological health needs of students
- The provision of consultative services to the University community at large to maximize the potential of the University environment as beneficial to the intellectual, spiritual, physical, and social development of the student while respecting and supporting cultural pluralism
- The maintenance of appropriate knowledge of legal, ethical, developmental, and clinical issues and standards as applied to a university mental health setting
- The maintenance of professional standards of practice consistent with those set forth by the American Psychological Association and the International Associations of Counseling Services, Inc. and the ethical codes of individual clinician’s discipline
Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity & Inclusion
ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ University is committed to supporting and sustaining an educational community that is inclusive, diverse, and equitable, and we embrace these values as being critical to an individual's development, learning, and success. Counseling & Psychological Services' policies, procedures, activities, relationships, and interactions with each other and individuals and groups in the campus community are consistent with these values. We are committed to celebrating the diversity that gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, age, religious orientation, social class, appearance, abilities, and other differences bring. Furthermore, we are committed to confronting prejudice, discrimination, and oppression.
Our Services
Individual Counseling
ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ University Counseling & Psychological Services offers confidential, individual psychotherapy, group therapy, substance abuse treatment, and referral to local mental health providers. The members of the professional staff are licensed psychotherapists who provide confidential, short-term psychotherapy to undergraduate students. The psychotherapists are trained in many modalities of therapy including: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-focused Therapy, Brief Interpersonal Therapy, Strength-based Therapy, and Insight-oriented Therapy.
Groups & Workshops
Counseling & Psychological Services offers a number of identity-based groups, support groups, and skills-development workshops that are available throughout the week. If you are interested in meeting with a group leader to see if it’s a good fit, please schedule a group screening appointment.
Crisis Intervention
In addition to ongoing counseling appointments, Counseling & Psychological Services is available for immediate crisis intervention for ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ University students. During regular office hours, crisis support is offered in person, over the phone, or by telehealth from the department’s offices in the Wellness Center. Students who are in need of crisis support in the evenings or on weekends can speak directly with an on-call mental health counselor over the phone. For students experiencing or witnessing a , a Public Safety officer is available if needed to meet the student at their location and provide support while contacting a mental health counselor.
Health Prevention & Promotion
A variety of wellness workshops and well-being programs are available to all students. Discover invaluable transition tips, master the art of effective time management, and nourish your body and mind with insights on eating well and self-care. Dive deep into addiction workshops for empowering strategies, and embrace wellness with our expert guidance on tips for a balanced life.
Substance Misuse
ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ University offers a variety of resources to address substance misuse issues. Orientation for first-year students includes presentations about substance misuse, healthy choices, and campus resources. Prior to coming to campus, first-year students are required to complete AlcoholEdu, an online alcohol education program.
ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ University provides educational classes, clinical assessments, and treatment modalities including, motivational interviewing, harm reduction, and 12-step approach utilizing individual and group counseling modalities.
Collegiate Recovery Program
The Collegiate Recovery Program (CRP) at ÐÓ°ÉÔ°æ University offers a nurturing, affirming, and substance-free environment for students in recovery. Together, students learn how to balance their education with their recovery and pursue their academic, personal, and professional goals.
The program includes a Collegiate Recovery House where men live and work to achieve these goals. Components of the program include recreational opportunities, spiritual advising, random drug testing, and group therapy.
The program is overseen by an Advisory Board that promotes healthier choices and substance-free living.
Additional Information
Counseling & Psychological Services is located in the Wellness Center at the Jogues Hall drop-off circle. We can be reached at 203-254-4000 x2146 during regular business hours or by emailing counseling@fairfield.edu.
Additional information about our services, online resources for students (including Kognito & Togetherall), , and resources for staff and faculty, can all be found on our .