Counselling & Psychological Services

At times, a single session with a counsellor may be all that is needed to gain perspective or relief related to a challenging situation. 

At a single session appointment, the counsellor will begin by gaining a clear definition of your need for the session and will assist you in mobilizing an action plan using a solution-focused model. Together you will focus on identifying barriers, brainstorming possible solutions and using your strengths and resources to make positive changes. At the completion of your session, the counsellor will provide you with an intervention plan.

Please be aware that single sessions are NOT a substitute for on-going counselling, nor are they meant for students who are experiencing a mental health crisis. These sessions are not available for those students already making use of our short-term counselling service.

Triage is your first step if you’re seeking personal counselling. These appointments are mandatory for all students new to our counselling services or who haven’t received services in the last academic year. 

During a triage appointment, you will have a brief conversation with a counsellor to discuss your reasons for seeking counselling. This meeting is not a counselling appointment. Triage appointments help us evaluate your needs and direct you to the most appropriate resource which may include short-term counselling at Concordia or a referral to more specialised services in the community.