Common Counseling Myths
- People cannot change
- It's too late to address my issues
- I must have severe problems to see the Counselor
- If I go to see the Counselor, my chances for obtaining a certain job will be hindered
- I am the only one who feels the way I do
- My problems are too small/big for the Counselor to help me
- My family's problems do not affect me
- My mental health has nothing to do with my academic performance
- My mental health has nothing to do with my friendships, relationships, and social skills
- Counselors "fix" problems
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