Counselling Services
Counselling Services provides confidential, free support to all students registered at Trent University. Our services are by appointments and are provided by qualified clinical counsellors.
How can counselling help?
- Increase self-understanding
- Reduce isolation
- Provide support during difficult times
- Work through issues
- Develop strategies for feeling better
- Alleviate uncomfortable feelings
- Find options for managing symptoms
Make an appointment
To book an appointment visit us in Suite 113, Blackburn Hall or phone 705-748-1386. We do not book appointments by email. The confidential online registration at the link below helps provide us with insight into your current difficulties. Alternatively, you can complete this information in person by coming to Counselling Services.
Note: Filling in the online registration does NOT book an appointment. You will still need to phone or visit us to book the appointment.
PLEASE BE CONSIDERATE: WE ARE A FRAGRANCE FREE FACILITY
Urgent situations
During office hours (Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm & 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm):
- Contact Counselling Services at 705-748-1386 and advise of the urgency
After hours:
- Trent Campus Security: 705-748-1333
- Good2Talk helpline: 1-866-925-5454
- 4County Crisis: 1-866-995-9933
In the case of emergencies, visit your nearest emergency department or phone 911.
News and Events
Evening hours
Counselling services, Student Health Services and Student Accessibility Services have appointments available from 5:00-8:00 pm every Thursday evening from September-April, with the exceptions of reading week and exam periods.
Services during the evening hours are by appointment.
Drop-in Counselling
New! Drop-in appointments are 30 minutes and are available for students who do not currently have a counsellor. Drop-in is available Tuesday afternoons, Thursday evenings and Friday mornings from September to April, with the exceptions of reading week and exam periods. To use drop-in services, visit Counselling Services the day of drop-in (sign-up posted at 9:00 am) and follow the drop-in instructions posted outside of Counselling Services.
Drop-in is available during the April exam period on Monday afternoons, Tuesday afternoons, Wednesday mornings and Friday mornings.
Note: Drop-in is not intended for current clients of counselling services or for crisis appointments.
Workshops
Visit the Student Wellness Centre workshops, groups and events page for happenings during the academic year.
Introducing WellTrack
WellTrack is an online cognitive behavioural therapy tool. It features a self-assessment, psycho-educational videos, a moodtracker, and relaxation exercises. Visit the Student Wellness Centre resources page for more information.