Northern Illinois University

Counseling, Adult and Higher Education

Counseling Lab

NIU - Graham Hall
4th Floor
(815) 753-9312

Monday & Thursday
9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday & Wednesday
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Counseling Lab

The goal of counseling is to help people identify problems and concerns, set goals in addressing them, and learn healthy ways of coping with the difficulties of life. The Department of Counseling, Adult and Higher Education is pleased to offer free counseling services to the university community.

Counseling Lab counselors are persons completing their graduate degrees in counseling. They are closely supervised by practicum instructors and by the counselor education faculty. They adhere to strict professional standards
of the counseling practice.

Here are just a few reasons why people seek our counselors

  • Discouragement and anxiety
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Family issues
  • Adjustment to college life
  • Roommate conflicts
  • Self-esteem enhancement
  • Assertiveness training
  • Personality styles and career exploration
  • Relationship concerns
  • Frustrations around control
  • Unique problems of college students
  • Substance misuse
  • Personal goals exploration
  • Self-awareness, understanding, and acceptance

Services Provided

Our services are FREE to all. We provide counseling services to NIU students, faculty, and staff, as well as to the local DeKalb community. We provide general evaluations, assist with relaxation techniques, self-esteem building skills, communication and relational skills, individual and relationship counseling, and the like. We are here to help. When appropriate, we can offer referrals.

Confidentiality

Any personal information you share with us will be treated confidentially. Without your written permission no information will be shared outside of the Lab.