Personal Counseling

College is an exciting time of learning and growth … but the academic pressures and a busy social pace can cause intermittent periods of stress for students. Our personal counseling staff is here to help ensure a positive college experience and encourage personal growth throughout your time at Maryville.

What Does the Office of Personal Counseling Do?
Services available at Maryville include individual and group counseling, educational workshops, and referrals to outside psychiatric and mental health resources.

Our Mission

Our mission is to actively promote and facilitate the personal growth and well-being of Maryville students through psychosocial support, education, and intervention in a safe and confidential environment.

On-line Assistance
Upcoming Events
Meet the Staff
Self-Exploration
Health Services

What Do People Talk About In Counseling?
Potential topics of discussion include (but are not limited to):

adjustment to college life
test anxiety or stress about school
relationship concerns
cultural discomfort
depression
eating disturbances
alcohol and/or drug use
academic struggles
lack of motivation or energy
low self esteem
personality assessment
self-exploration
grief
the stresses of daily life

What to Expect During Your First Counseling Appointment:
For your first appointment with the Office of Personal Counseling, please arrive approximately 10 minutes early in order to complete some paperwork. During this appointment, you will have a chance to talk about concerns that brought you to our counselor. Together, you and your counselor will discuss what you hope to gain or accomplish and then decide the best course of action.

How Much Does It Cost?
Maryville University offers free, short-term, confidential counseling to all Maryville students.

Concerned about a Student?

Need Help Urgently?

If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, the Office of Personal Counseling is available to help. Appointments for counseling can be made at the office or by calling the office at 314.529.9556 during regular business hours. Students presenting in emergency circumstances during office hours will be seen by staff to provide a timely response and assistance. For emergencies during non-business hours (some evenings and weekends), contact the Office of Public Safety at 314.529.9500 or the Police at 911. A counselor is on-call at all times and the Office of Public Safety will contact that counselor when needed.

How Do I Contact the Office of Personal Counseling?
The Office of Personal Counseling is located in the University Library.
To schedule an appointment, call 314.529.9556, email jhenry@maryville.edu or stop by the office.

Fall 2010 Hours:

Mondays 8:30am-9pm
Tuesdays 8:30am-8pm
Wednesdays-Fridays 8:30am-5pm
Walk-in Hours:
Mondays and Thursdays: 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Feel free to stop by for a chat or say Hello!