Student Counselling and Accessibility Services

Mental health is as important as physical health. During the University years, it is very natural for students to
experience challenges as they work towards their personal and academic goals. These struggles include but are not limited to, adjusting to the new University environment, academic stress, lack of goals, issues at home, financial struggles,
loneliness, conflicts in relationships, etc.

Student Counselling and Accessibility Services (SCAS) provide free, supportive, and confidential counseling services to all registered UDST students. These services help students overcome the challenges that they may be facing in order to experience a more enriched University life. Counselors work collaboratively with students to:

Resolve their challenges by developing self-awareness and skills to meet their academic and life goals.
Explore options, identify goals and develop plans related to personal, family, financial, and relationship concerns.
Deal with crisis situations.
Create awareness through workshops and awareness campaigns, promoting overall student wellness that
extends beyond classrooms

Counselling Services

Mental Health Counselling

A team of Student Counselling Specialists is available to provide one-to-one support to students. The Specialists will address any personal challenges that may be impacting their daily experiences such as family and friendship dynamics, managing emotions, as well as, improving confidence.

Student Advocacy

Student Counselling Specialists are available to assist students in practical matters where they may need guidance or support.

Awareness Events

Events are organized throughout the year to promote awareness about the significance of mental health. These events aim to educate students about topics such as factors that may impact our mental wellbeing, as well as on-campus resources for students in need of support.

Workshops

Student Counselling Specialists provide various workshops that support personal development and growth. These workshops help students develop essential skills that will benefit them as they transition into adult life. Topics covered in these workshops include conflict resolution, managing anxiety and stress management.

Accessibility Services

Students with accessibility needs are a vital part of our student community. The diverse student campus community at UDST includes students with various, psychological, sensory, physical and ,learning disabilities.
SCAS understands the strengths and needs of all students and provide various supportive services including:

Academic accommodations, which include classroom accommodations and exam accommodations.
Auxiliary aids & services such as voice-to-text software and assistive technology
Individual peer tutoring
Linkages to other related campus resources

Book an appointment with a Counselor

You can book an appointment through D2L.

Navigate to the "Student Counselling and Accessibility Services" course
Select "Book an Appointment"
Select a counsellor depending on your program and a convenient date and time.
Enter your details and confirm your booking.

You will receive a booking confirmation e-mail and message with details of the booking.

For more information, you may also contact counselling@udst.edu.qa

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