Counseling Services

The Counseling Center provides supportive services to students in a respectful and encouraging environment. Individual counseling and group services provide a foundation for students to succeed, both personally and academically.  Events and workshops are hosted by the department throughout the year to promote student wellbeing, increase awareness about mental health and accessing supports, and foster a caring community on campus. 

Confidential and Personal Counseling

Personal counseling sessions are provided by professionally licensed counselors and social workers, or graduate student interns under supervision. The focus of counseling is to assist students in working through personal, social, and/or emotional concerns that interfere with academic success and learning. 

Virtual Counseling Services are available. OCC Counselors conduct sessions via video-conferencing or phone. Students also have access to the online platforms: UWill and Talk Campus. UWill provides free and immediate access to teletherapy, crisis support and wellness resources. Talk Campus provides students with a virtual peer support network.

For more information about our services and resources, contact the office at 732-255-0386, by email at counselingservices@ocean.edu or our counseling web page.