Our Lady of the Lake College

Counseling Services

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A CONFIDENTIAL RESOURCE FOR STUDENTS

"IT’S ABOUT TRAINED PROFESSIONALS, READY TO HELP ALL STUDENTS"

Our staff consists of a professional counselor and a part-time counselor-intern.  The College offers brief counseling free to all students.  Students requiring long-term counseling are referred to the Baton Rouge Mental Health Agency or other community or private counseling centers. 

"IT’S ABOUT COMPREHENSIVE ASSISTANCE." 

Our Lady of the Lake College Counseling Services provides a wide variety of programs and services, including: 

  • Academic Counseling

Tutoring; learning styles inventories with suggested study strategies; computer-based diagnostics for study strengths and weaknesses; workshops/practice sessions for state licensing exams; and individual "prep sessions” for all program placement exams.

  • Career Counseling

Career inventories; resume or interviewing; internships; job placement; and career choices.

  • Group Counseling

Participants share common interests and concerns, working toward solutions with the help of feedback from, and discussions with others.  Groups focus on special-interest topics such as stress management, relationships communication techniques and anxiety.

  • Individual Counseling; interpersonal relationships and communication

Depression; stress; anxiety; grief and loss; financial issues; anger management; and school or work problems.

  • Seminars/Workshops

Several topics are covered each year, such as stress management, resume writing, preparing for job fairs, interviewing skills and study skills.

  • Consultation for Faculty, Staff or Students

Workplace violence; organizational strategies; communication with organizations; educational concerns; and special topics.

IT’S CONFIDENTIAL.

All of our counselors and staff members follow the ethical guidelines as set forth by the American Counseling Association and the American Psychological Association.  Counseling records are held in strictest confidence and are NOT a part of any other college records.

IT’S FREE AND CONVENIENT. 

All counseling services are completely FREE to Our Lady of the Lake College students – part-time and full-time.  Appointments may be made by calling (225) 768-1713 or toll-free, (877) 242-3509.  Walk-in appointments are also available.

SPECIALIZED HELP FOR THE CHALLENGES STUDENTS FACE MOST OFTEN 

Difficulty with friends.  Panic attacks.  Family problems.  Test anxiety.  Learning difficulties.  Relationship troubles.  Personal crises.  If you or a classmate is attempting to deal with the pressures these situations can cause, you should know that free, professional counseling is available on campus. 

Our Lady of the Lake College’s Counseling Services office is art of the Division of support Services and offers personal and academic counseling, crisis intervention and short-term psychotherapy for individuals and groups.

Our Location         

The Counseling Services Office is conveniently located in the OLOL College Administration Building at 5414 Brittany Drive.

Hours of Operation

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.  and by appointment. Additional hours may be added as necessary to accommodate individuals and groups.

Emergency Contact

For 24-hour personal crises, please dial:

“THE PHONE”  at (225) 924-3900 or

OLOL Employee Assistance Program at (225) 765-7874 or (800) 245-8332  or

Please contact our office if your emergency occurs during regular office hours at: (225) 768-1713. 

 


Please email comments, suggestions or questions to: psimpson@ololcollege.edu

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