The Counseling Center strives to enhance the well being of students through facilitating their emotional, interpersonal, and intellectual development. We provide emotional support, impart life skills, and encourage self-reflection all with the purpose of empowering students to navigate their way toward greater autonomy and effectiveness. We work to create a safe environment that is inclusive and welcoming of all students. Additionally, we serve as consultants to the greater campus, promoting an informed, prepared and safe community. The Counseling Center is accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services, Inc.
The Counseling Center provides free,
confidential services for HWS students, including
individual and group counseling;
emergency psychological services; and
outreach and educational programming. The Counseling Center also offers psychological consultation to
students,
faculty and staff as well as
parents and families who are concerned about a student.