What is Counselling?

What Is ASC Counselling?

ASC Counselling is all about giving you the support you need for personal or emotional challenges you’re facing that might be impacting your academics. It’s a friendly space where you can talk things over and explore new ways to manage stress, relationships, and other aspects of life. Our goal is to help you feel understood and supported.

Why Reach Out to Us?

Our ASC Counsellors can ask questions that can help you see with a fresh perspective, connect with your best self, and to come-up with new ways of handling challenges. ASC Counsellors are experienced registered psychotherapists dedicated to your success and well-being, and provide support in a positive, trauma-informed, non-judgmental way.

What Are OAAT Sessions?

Our “One At A Time” (OAAT) Sessions are designed to be quick and effective. You get one-on-one time to address specific issues you're dealing with, without a long-term commitment. They’re all about providing timely support in a convenient format.

How Can We Help You?

Our ASC Counsellors are skilled in supporting students with various needs, including mild to moderate mental health challenges, ADHD, learning disabilities, and autism. We offer a range of free services to help you succeed:

• Individual Counselling (One At A Time, or Short-Term Counselling)
• ADHD Coaching & Executive Functioning Support
• Groups & Workshops
• Screening for Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Autism, and Mental Health (Anxiety & Depression)
• Vocational Assessments and Cognitive Testing
• Referrals to Other Resources On and Off Campus

There are occasions we may need to refer students to alternative on or off campus supports, as ASC Counsellors are Registered Psychotherapists with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO) and must also ensure we work within our scope of practice, and within the mandate of the Access & Support Centre at Durham College.

Need support? We’re here to help!