School of Education
School Counseling and Wellbeing Support Centre
At Kathmandu University School of Education, we’re dedicated to enhancing student success through innovative counseling initiatives. Our Comprehensive Counseling Supports program is an extension of our commitment to student wellbeing. This initiative builds on the success of our Master’s programs and aims to boost not only academic performance but also students' decision-making and social skills.Parents also benefit through greater engagement in their child's education, and school administrators see improved school environments, leading to higher achievement and dropout prevention. Moreover, the program strengthens ties between schools and the broader community, fostering well-prepared, capable individuals for the workforce.At the heart of this initiative is our Counseling Lab, offering tailored support through cognitive-behavioral therapy, strength-based counseling, and mindfulness practices. Our goal is to raise mental health awareness and provide comprehensive support for students and the community, ensuring personal growth and resilience.
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Our Philosophy
Our Comprehensive Counseling Support Program is built on three key pillars:1. Comprehensive in Scope
We address the needs of all students to ensure both academic and personal growth. Our support system is designed to help students become active, contributing members of society.
2. Preventive in Design
Proactively addressing issues before they arise is crucial. Our program integrates prevention strategies through a school counseling curriculum, helping students build strong foundations for success.
3. Developmental in Nature
Tailored to meet each student's developmental needs, our program evolves as students grow, ensuring they receive the right support at every stage of their educational journey.
Our Mission
Our mission is twofold:
-To provide high-quality counseling services that promote the well-being of students, parents, and teachers in schools.
-To train the next generation of school counselors, giving them hands-on experience through our counseling programs.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of services designed to support the personal, academic, and career needs of students. Our primary services include:
Individual Counseling
One-on-one sessions help students manage anxiety, stress, self-esteem, and more.
Group Counseling
These sessions offer peer support for issues like social skills, grief, academic pressure, and career exploration.
Family Counseling
Addressing family dynamics to improve students' home environments and academic success.
Parental Counseling
Supporting parents in their role as key partners in their child’s education with workshops and one-on-one consultations.
Classroom Counseling Lessons
These lessons cover topics like career planning and student success, designed to fill gaps identified in school data reviews.
Responsive Services
Immediate interventions to address urgent needs, including crisis interventions for students at risk.
Our Approaches
Our counseling approaches focus on the holistic well-being of students:
Person-Centered Counseling
Fostering a supportive and nonjudgmental environment that allows clients to explore their feelings and thoughts openly.
Behavioral and Cognitive Counseling
Using techniques to correct maladaptive behaviors and thought patterns, helping students develop healthier habits and coping strategies.
Interpersonal Counseling
Improving social and communication skills to enhance interpersonal relationships.
Mindfulness-Based Counseling
Helping clients regulate emotions through mindfulness practices, leading to better emotional control and awareness.
Strength-Based Counseling
Focused on leveraging students' strengths to promote resilience and personal growth.
Crisis Counseling
Immediate support during times of acute distress, offering stabilization and recovery resources.
Service Delivery
Our services are accessible through both in-person and virtual options, ensuring flexible and inclusive support for all.
In-Person Counseling
Our Counseling Center provides a confidential, safe space for in-person support at Kathmandu University’s Hattiban campus. We serve students, parents, faculty, and employees, extending our services to schools, colleges, and community organizations. This outreach fosters deeper community connections by bringing mental health services closer to those who need them.
Virtual Counseling
We also offer virtual counseling sessions, available to university members and individuals across Nepal and internationally. Virtual counseling allows for flexible scheduling and the convenience of accessing support from anywhere.
Flexible Counseling Sessions
Each counseling plan is tailored to the individual’s needs, with the number and frequency of sessions customized for optimal support.
Available Six Days a Week
Both in-person and virtual services are available six days a week. In-person sessions run from 10 AM to 4 PM, while virtual services offer flexible time slots to accommodate different schedules and time zones.
How to Access Counseling
You can reach us through phone, email, social media, or by visiting the SCWSC website to schedule in-person or virtual appointments. Virtual sessions are conducted via Google Meet, offering a secure platform for counseling from home.
Visit us at the SCWSC Counseling Room in Hattiban, or schedule online for virtual support.
Counseling Fees
Our payment structure is designed to ensure accessibility:
The provision of payment varies depending on the nature and type of counseling service provided. This structure aims to ensure that services remain accessible while covering the costs associated with delivering high-quality counseling support.
Payment for In-Person Counseling Services
In-House Services
Offered free of charge to individuals and groups affiliated with Kathmandu University, seeking support within the university’s facilities.
Outreach Services
Center-Based Counseling: NRS 1500/- per session for individuals seeking counseling at the center.
Group Counseling: Pricing will be determined based on negotiation, taking into consideration the specific needs of the group and logistical factors such as the number of participants and the nature of the session.
Community-Based Counseling: Fees are negotiable between the center and the community representatives, factoring in the nature of the counseling required and the distance traveled to provide the service.
Payments for Virtual Counseling Services
In-House Services
Virtual counseling services are available at no cost for individuals associated with Kathmandu University and accessing counseling through approved virtual platforms.
Outreach Services
Within Nepal: NRS 1000/- per session for individuals seeking virtual counseling within Nepal.
SAARC Countries: $15 per session, providing virtual counseling support to individuals in neighboring SAARC member countries.
Outside SAARC Region: $25 per session for international clients outside the SAARC region.
Group Counseling Provision
Fees for virtual group counseling will be negotiated based on the specific requirements of the group, including the nature of the counseling provided, the number of participants, and any other logistical factors.
Ethical Commitment and Confidentiality
Our services follow the American School Counseling Association’s Code of Ethics, ensuring professionalism and high standards. We prioritize confidentiality, with all personal information kept strictly private. At SCWSC, we create a safe, trusted environment where you can seek support without fear of judgment.