Individual Psychological Counselling

We offer confidential and free psychological counselling sessions to students and doctoral candidates enrolled at the University of Münster.

In the initial consultation, our primary goal is to clarify your specific concern or issue. Often, this involves addressing a current problem or challenge you are facing. We support you in gaining a deeper understanding of the problems at hand, collaboratively develop step-by-step solutions and discuss how to implement these solutions in your daily life.

Possible topics for counselling with us include issues related to your studies or other personal difficulties, such as:

• learning and working difficulties
• exam preparation and test anxiety
• decision-making conflicts
• academic motivation
• stress symptoms
• self-esteem issues
• difficulties connecting with others
• fears and anxiety
• depressive moods
• addiction problems
• eating disorders
• worries about friends, relatives or fellow students
• experiences of discrimination
• distress and trauma related to sexual violence

Appointments

Individual Psychological Counselling takes place in person on site and only by prior appointment. Appointments can be arranged during the regular consultation hours and virtual office hours, through the telephone advisory service or by using our contact form.

Note that the waiting time can vary greatly depending on the semester phase. Should you no longer wish to attend a scheduled appointment for psychological counselling, please inform us.

A note on formalities:

According to the law, counselling can only take place if you consent to the collection and processing of your personal data. More information can be found in the FAQ under the question "How does the ZSB handle the topics of confidentiality and data protection?"

Consultation hours/appointments

Contact form

Our counselling values

• Confidential – As psychologists, we are obliged to uphold confidentiality laws (§ 203 StGB). These also apply within the university.
• Client-oriented – We put your concerns, needs and goals first in our counselling services. We provide open-ended advice and support you in finding personalised solutions.
• Diversity sensitive – We strive to provide a welcoming environment, acknowledging and appreciating the unique backgrounds and realities of every student who seeks our guidance.
• Professional – The psychological counselling at the ZSB is offered by psychologists who have specialist qualifications in counselling or psychotherapy as well as many years of experience counselling students. Our quality standards are based on the counselling approach of the Society for Information, Counselling and Therapy at Universities (GIBeT).

FAQ

For many people, a psychological counselling session is something completely new. Information on the general conditions, how the counselling is conducted and answers to additional questions can be found in our FAQ.