Counselling
There are times in everyone's life when things are difficult. It can sometimes help to talk to someone outside your family and friends who won't judge you.
Who is it for?
The Student Services Counselling Service is currently open to students studying at Colchester and Clacton sites. Braintree students should contact Student Services in Room A 59 or telephone 01376 557099 to find out about counselling services in the Braintree area.
The College also provides a separate counselling service to members of the public, the Colchester Institute Counselling Service, which provides access to counselling in Colchester and Clacton-on- Sea.
Who is the counsellor?
Ann O'Donel, our Student Counsellor is professionally trained - a member of the British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
What can I get help with?
Ann is experienced in helping people with a wide range of personal issues.
You might be having difficulties with:
- Anger
- Anxiety and panic
- Bullying
- Coping with College life
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Health matters
- Family problems
- Lack of self-esteem
- Loneliness
- Loss or bereavement
- Personal relationships
- Self-harm
- Sexuality
Where do I go?
One-to-one sessions happen in the counselling room in Student Services at the Colchester campus. A room can also be booked at the Church Road, Clacton Campus.
How do I make an appointment?
Contact Ann O'Donel:
- Tel: (01206) 712295
- Email: ann.o'donel@colchester.ac.uk
- Come in to Student Services at the Colchester Campus, Main Building, B63
