Individual Counseling

College students typically encounter anxiety and stress (i.e., academic, interpersonal, family, work, financial) during the course of their educational experience. While individuals cope successfully with these demands most of the time, there are times when they need or desire additional assistance. Typical concerns from students who seek assistance include:

The list above is not meant to be comprehensive. If students have concerns other than the ones listed, the staff is available and willing to talk with them about their concerns.

Confidentiality

All records are confidential. In accordance with Tennessee law, all communication between students and their counselor(s) are privileged to the same degree that communication between an attorney and client is privileged. No records or information will be disclosed to third parties unless written authorization is given by the student. State law provides three exceptions to the privileged communication:

• Disclosure is ordered by the court.
• There is a clear risk of imminent harm to self or others.   
• The student gives a report of child or elder abuse. 

In these three circumstances, disclosure by the counselor is mandated. 

Additionally, if the student is referred for counseling as a result of violating the alcohol and other drug policy, the referring official will be notified when the student either successfully completes treatment or fails to complete treatment.  

Note: Counseling records are NOT part of a student's academic or administrative records. 

Frequently Asked Questions