1. 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield University Counselling Service: helping you through your student journey

2. 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield Your first few weeks here will probably be… Exciting Busy Eventful Inspiring Full of new opportunities

3. 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield However, it may also feel Challenging Stressful Lonely Or even overwhelming…

4. 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield At times of change it’s normal to feel stressed…but sometimes we respond to stress in unhelpful ways

5. 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield This is where the Counselling Service may be able to help

6. 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield Supporting New Students Specifically aimed at new students, sessions are available daily: Monday 19 th September – Friday 7 th October Weekdays, 2pm-3.30pm. To discuss concerns, receive support, and to find out about other sources of support. Appointments are available on a first come first served basis and last approximately 30 minutes.

7. 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield Who can use the service? The University Counselling Service is free and available to all registered students of the University, both Undergraduate & Postgraduate.

8. 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield What services does UCS offer? Individual Counselling Supporting New Students sessions Skills for Life Programme Drop-in Self help – on-line and paper resources

9. Skills For Life Programme Develop academic skills Develop interpersonal and communication skills that promote good friendships/ relationships Learn healthy lifestyles that promote health and well- being Recognise negative, self defeating thoughts and behaviours. 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield

10. Skills For Life Programme includes: How to cope with stress Time management skills Public speaking for the terrified Overcoming writer’s block Coping with bereavement Overcoming procrastination Relaxation for all Oasis: relaxation space Therapy group Behavioural Activation for depression Assertiveness Confidence building Who am I and what am I doing here? How to get better sleep 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield

11. To keep in touch with all the latest news and events taking place in the counselling service… @ Sheffield_UCS 09/05/2015© The University of Sheffield

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15. Our mission statement: Learning to live, learning to learn, learning to be.