Objectives
The objective of the counseling cell is to encourage the students to understandthemselves and identify the problems they face in their daily lives, which includepersonal, family-related, educational, social, and psychological issues that can beresolved by giving proper guidance, which helps to build self-confidence in them can be resolved by giving proper guidance, which helps to build self-confidence in them.
The Context
⮚ Helping the students with academic difficulties such as slowness in understanding, poor academic and non-academic performance, concentration issues, etc.
⮚ Ensures a confidential atmosphere in which the student can discussany concerns they may have.
⮚ Assist the students to identify their inner strengths and weaknesses,which enables their holistic development.
⮚ Not only has that, the brilliant students been also to be guided to take partin various inter- collegiate and inter-university competitions.
⮚ Students with broken families are being counseled to build positiverelationships, attitudes, and behaviors
The Practice
The student counseling cell is headed by Dr. Dhanasree M. B., who has morethan five years of experience in psychological counseling and a Homoeopathic Physician for ten years. A counseling session is organized once a week. The counseling sessions include supporting the emotional and professional growth of students,developing and monitoring counseling support programs, and providing educational and vocational guidance. Counselor can handle 5 to 10 students individually in a day, and a group of 60 to 70 students can be motivated byorganizing student- friendly activities such as role play, singing, dancing, playing musical instruments, puzzle play, word games, and quizzes. Such activities will help to promote joy and happiness among students and also help to develop interpersonal relationships between them. Those students who overreact to insignificant problems or get worried with anxiety, fear, and tension are counseled and helped to feel comfortable andcalm. Health counseling is also included in this program
Evidence of Success
Students who underwent such counseling sessions were found to be relaxedand gained insight into their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, leading to a greater understanding of themselves. They learn how to communicate moreeffectively with others, leading to better relationships. Also, help themidentify and address problems in their lives, leading to better decision- making. These changes reflect on their academic performances too
Resources
The programme does not require much financial commitment. A skilled doctoris handling the students ang gives support to them to make the better person oftomorrow.All the activities are being recorded for further evaluation of students.
Problems Encountered and Resources Required
• Matching Mentors and Mentees: Difficulty in finding suitable matches between mentors and mentees based on interests, personalities, and goals.
• Mentor Availability: Mentors may have busy schedules, making it challenging to dedicate sufficient time and attention to their mentees.
• Communication Barriers: Lack of effective communication between mentors and mentees can hinder the mentoring relationship and limit its impact.
• Goal Alignment: Misalignment between the goals of mentors and mentees may lead to frustration and disengagement.
• Accountability: Difficulty in holding mentors and mentees accountable for their commitments and responsibilities.
• Mentor Training and Support: Inadequate training and support for mentors may result in ineffective mentoring relationships.
• Evaluation and Feedback: Difficulty in assessing the effectiveness of the mentoring program and collecting feedback for continuous improvement.
• Qualified Counsellors: Trained professionals who can provide individual, group, or family counselling to students.
• Counselling Office Space: A designated area where counselling sessions can be held, ensuring privacy and confidentiality.
• Confidentiality Protocols: Procedures and policies to ensure that student information remains confidential unless there's a risk of harm to the student or others.
• Assessment Tools: Instruments for evaluating students' academic abilities, interests, personality traits, and mental health status.
• Referral Networks: Connections with external mental health professionals, healthcare providers, or specialists for cases that require specialized assistance beyond the scope of the counselling centre.
• Library of Materials: Books, articles, and other resources related to personal development, mental, health, academic success, and career exploration.
• Collaboration with Faculty and Staff: Partnerships with educators, administrators, and other campus personnel to identify students in need of support and facilitate interventions.
• Parental Involvement Programs: Initiatives to engage parents or guardians in the counselling process, particularly for younger students or those facing significant challenges.
• Training Programs: Ongoing professional development opportunities for counsellor to enhance their skills and stay updated on best practices in student counselling.
• Feedback Mechanisms: Surveys, focus groups, or other methods for gathering feedback from students to assess the effectiveness of counselling services and identify areas for improvement.
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The Context
The Practice
A group of 20 students is usually placed under a mentor.
Evidence of Success
Problems Encountered and Resources Required