Counselling Service

We offer a free, non-judgemental and confidential counselling service to support you with emotional and psychological difficulties that are affecting your experience and engagement with your studies at university.

Contact us

You can contact us by email or call the Wellbeing Services Team on +44 (0) 20 3907 0700.

Alternatively, please visit the Wellbeing Services Information Desk Monday to Thursdays in term time between 3.45pm-5.30pm in the Student Advice Centre.

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How we can help

We offer short-term counselling to help you cope with emotional difficulties that are affecting your life and studies.

How to make an appointment

To make an appointment for an initial consultation, please follow these guidelines.

What to expect

The Counselling Service requires you to demonstrate commitment to get the most out of counselling.

Advice for relatives and staff

If you have concerns about the wellbeing of a student, we encourage you to contact us.

Confidentiality

Our services adhere to the BACP Ethical Framework and comply with the Data Protection Act 1998.

Supportive resources

We provide a comprehensive selection of self-help resources covering a wide range of topics.

Emergency Support

If you need help during a crisis, please contact the Emergency Services, your GP, or visit your nearest hospital's A&E department.

Workshops for students

These workshops for students will help you develop your emotional skills for life and learning.

CPD workshops for counsellors in higher education

Our CPD workshops focus on key topics, including short-term counselling, managing risk, and working with trauma and abuse.

Mind your mind - podcasts

Listen to our wellbeing podcasts for practical help with managing the various stresses of studying.

Placements at Birkbeck Counselling Service

Birkbeck Counselling Service is currently recruiting for Trainee and Qualified counsellors to join our dynamic team.

Birkbeck Counselling Service

We offer a free, non-judgmental and confidential counselling service, to support you with emotional and psychological difficulties that are affecting your experience and engagement with your studies at university.