Mental Health Support

Counselling and therapy have core differences. It is important to note that we offer psychological counselling. It is not a form of psychotherapy and does not involve diagnosis or treatment of mental disorders. Our offer is a short-term, solution-focused support meant to give you guidance to help you develop strategies for coping, clarify decisions, and build confidence in managing everyday challenges. If you feel like you would need more assistance than psychological counselling, it would be beneficial for you to consider getting information on available therapy options. 

One session is 60 minutes long.

No, they are free.

Any information you provide when booking a session or during counselling will remain confidential and will not be shared with others unless you give explicit permission.

Yes, you can provide a description of what you want to talk about in a session in the comment field in the appointment booking form. Outlining it as clearly as possible helps our counsellor better understand your problem and provide you with the right advice.

After booking a session you will receive an automated email confirming that the booking process was successful. You will receive another email 1-2 days before your session with a link to access your online session. 

A trained counsellor listens, helps clarify your concerns, and explores next steps. You will be asked to explain what is bothering you and based on the information you provide, the counsellor will engage in a conversation, sometimes asking further questions to improve their understanding of your problem. You will not be forced to share anything you find uncomfortable or do not wish to talk about.

Yes, you are welcome to book more than one session. Please keep in mind that this offer is not designed to replace continuous or long-term support. We want this offer to be available to as many students seeking help as possible.

Please send an email to lisa.birkenhagenuni-greifswaldde at least 24 hours in advance.

If you cancel last minute or fail to show up more than twice, we reserve the right to block you from attending further sessions. 

This counselling is solely focused on the psychological aspect, but the university also offers other specialised advisory in terms of legal, social, and financial issues. You can find more information here: https://www.stw-greifswald.de/en/social-counseling.

There is also a service provided by the International Office regarding Career Counselling. The Career Service provides support and practical guidance during and after your studies, to help you get started in the German labour market. You can find information here: https://www.uni-greifswald.de/en/international/incoming/international-career-service/.