About Counseling

Students change and develop in multiple areas during the university years. Students grow when they face challenges WITH support.

Counseling at AUI is designed to confidentially support students throughout their studies as they deal with transition, identity, independence, academics, relationships, and life choices.

Counseling is

• CONFIDENTIAL and non-judgmental
• Trilingual – English, French, Arabic
• Provides a “sounding board” and a willing listener
• Does not focus only on problems, looks at strengths
• The counselor acts as a mirror to help individuals see themselves clearly—counseling is NOT about simply solving problems or giving advice.
• Deals with feelings about academic, personal, family, relationship, and health issues among others
• No problem too small, no problem too big to be dealt with …