Counseling Services

The mission of the Student Success Center is "Seeking to advance the success of all students in all areas." This statement is based on the fact that college life is riddled with so many new endeavors and obstacles, which at times, can compromise every student's desire to succeed in higher education. Sometimes these obstacles may need professional assistance to assist in navigating through or around them.

Counseling is the process of having a trained person listen to your concerns and offer feedback and support. If you feel stuck, confused, worried or even just frustrated with a problem, counseling could help. The counselors at North Central University are here for the students and are used to a wide range of concerns.

Short-term counseling is provided in a relational context and is intended to offer the safety and support needed for healing and growth. This shared counseling experience involves both therapist and student contributions to its overall effectiveness. Our counselors are committed to providing a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment. This professional personal development counseling is a free and confidential service provided by the Student Success Center for all current NCU students.

All counselors in the counseling center are academically trained and experienced in counseling, and are Christians upholding Biblical standards in their practice. An intake appointment with a counselor can be confidentially scheduled by calling extension 5000, or on a walk-in basis. Scheduling an appointment.

Life Calling & Career Development

We are all called to one purpose; but are all unique and individually valuable to the overall goal that is outlined in God's Word. Being willing to explore and understand oneself and the vast array of ministry opportunities available is the first step in understanding one's natural spiritual frequency.

Career Development counseling is available to all NCU students and alumni to assist them in developing the skills and resources needed to obtain employment. Services include one-on-one counseling with a professional counselor, academic advising and direction, administration of career inventories & computer programs, assistance with resume writing & interviewing skills, and exploring options available in the work force. Placement services are not part of this office, as individual departments oversee the placement of their graduates and job candidates.

Personal Development Counseling

Counseling is provided in a relational context and is intended to offer the safety and support needed for healing and growth. This shared counseling experience involves both therapist and student contributions to its overall effectiveness. Our counselors are committed to providing a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment.

Professional personal development counseling at North Central University is a free and confidential service provided by the Student Success Center for all current NCU students.

Some common reasons for seeing a counselor include:

  • Life purpose and direction
  • Making better decisions
  • Adjusting to college
  • Pre-marital counseling
  • Studying more effectively
  • Low self-confidence
  • Questions concerning relationships
  • Puzzling or distressing emotional states
  • Self-defeating behaviors

Other Counseling Topics...

How do I know if I need counseling?

I need help now.

Counseling records are kept by the Student Success Center and are not accessible to other North Central faculty, staff, parents or other members of the community without the student's written authorization. Counseling records are not included in a student's college file. Confidentiality is maintained for all clients as mandated by federal and state laws for mental health counseling.