Counseling Services
Location and Hours
Lower Level (B09)
179 Longwood Avenue
Boston, MA 02115
617.732.2837
counseling@mcphs.edu
8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday
Our mission
The mission of Counseling Services is to support the intellectual, emotional, social, and cultural development of students in a multicultural environment. Counseling Services offers varied services to students of the Boston, Worcester and Manchester campuses. These include individual counseling, crisis management, psycho-educational workshops and programs, a resource and referral service, and consultation to student groups, faculty and the College community. The staff values an atmosphere that is welcoming and comfortable for all students regardless of race, gender, ethnic background, age, sexual orientation, religion, citizenship or disability.
Treatment Services
Counseling Services provides the following services for all students:
- Short-term individual counseling
- Crisis intervention
- Resources and referrals
Treatment Approach
Counseling Services offers treatment based on a short-term model. Following an initial intake appointment, client needs are reviewed to determine whether treatment with Counseling Services or referral to an outside provider is indicated. Clients treated at Counseling Services are matched with a counselor and informed of a specific number of recommended counseling sessions (usually four to eight sessions). If at any point Counseling Services determines that clients’ treatment needs require resources or competencies beyond what Counseling Services can provide, staff will assist clients with a referral to an appropriate mental health provider. Counselors typically work with students troubled by specific problems or general concerns such as: stress management, adjustment to college, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, family and relationship problems, substance abuse, sexuality, sexual orientation and cultural issues.
Other Services
- Consultation to student groups, faculty, and the community
- Workshops that address the needs of students and the college community