Being able to talk through things with someone can sometimes help you see things differently, recognise feelings and make changes in your thoughts and actions.
Our counselling service offers you the opportunity to speak in confidence to one of our qualified counsellors about anything that is worrying you. These could be:
- stress
- course concerns
- relationship difficulties
- personal issues
- any other worries or concerns.
This is service available to you by appointment only and an appointments are about 50 minutes. You will see the same counsellor for all your visits.
You can book a session by either phoning us or coming into the Health Centre reception.
Ashburton, Timaru and Oamaru student counselling
We have a counsellor on site at Timaru campus. To book an appointment, please contact 03 940 7566.
We offer our students in Ashburton, Timaru and Oamaru support through the following services in addition to student support at our campuses :
- Family Works
26 North Street, Timaru
03 688 5029 - Presbyterian Support Services
03 308 5868
Counsellor
Rashi Gadekar
Counsellor
Anna Hemapo
Counsellor
Leigh Lawless
Hours
Counselling appointments are available term time:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday.
Fees
As a student you are entitled to three free sessions per year.
Entry requirements
You will need to register to use a service at the Health Centre with us. Bring your Student ID card or your course receipt on your first visit.
Contact details
| Phone | (03) 940 7566 |
| Fax | (03) 940 8680 |
| healthcentre@ara.ac.nz |
Location
Health Centre, Whareora, City campus