Welcome to Psychology & Counselling at SLTC
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- Center for Psycho-Education & Wellbeing is the newest initiative of SLTC promoted with the intention of contributing towards the development of Psychology and Counselling through counselling, education and consultation. Mind Heals provides comprehensive clinical and referral services to SLTC undergraduate students, graduate students and affiliated entities.
- Our goal is to enhance the psychological well-being of our students so they can take full advantage of the educational opportunities at the University.
- Mind Heals is staffed by licensed mental health professionals. We provide individual and group counselling, crisis intervention, mindfulness intervention, anger management, and other services. We strive to provide services that are nonjudgmental and confidential and hope that all students feel safe in sharing their concerns.
- Appointments are encouraged, but emergency services are also available. There are no additional fees for SLTC students to make use of counselling services or programs.
Counselling Programs
Individual Counseling
One-on-one sessions with a counselor can help students define goals, make decisions, and solve problems related to personal, social, educational, and career concerns. Appointments are recommended, but crisis counseling is available during regular working hours. After hours, you may reach us through the mobile number or email provided.
Group Counseling
Group counseling offers students the opportunity to learn from one another as well as from the group leader. For more information, please contact the Counseling Center regarding the types of groups offered (e.g., process, support, or psycho-educational programs).
Consultation
Are you concerned about a friend, student, or loved one? Counselors are available for confidential in-person and phone consultations during regular hours. There will be a counseling fee for non-SLTC students and outsiders.
Ethical Standards
Privacy & Confidentiality
All information shared in counselling sessions is regarded with the greatest respect. The confidentiality of the counselling relationship will be maintained at all times. No information from the sessions will be released without prior knowledge and written consent of the student.
Other Services:
- Individual and group counselling
- Psychometric assessment/evaluation
- Psychoeducation
- Academic Programs/ Short courses
- Prevention/Awareness
- Mindfulness
The following are exceptions:
- A determination has been made that a student is a danger to themselves or someone else.
- A determination has been made that a child or elderly person is in danger of abuse. In this case, the appropriate authorities will be notified.
- A counsellor has been notified of a court order to release confidential information. In this event, the counsellor will maintain confidentiality in accordance with ethical and legal practices
The Academic Division of the Center
Vision
Strives to be a centre of excellence in professional, higher education and training by offering to discerning Sri Lankans a range of psychoeducation, psychology academic programmes, in-house counselling and training programs to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
Mission
To offer demand-driven professional, academic and training programs of the highest quality with local accreditations such as MOHE, TVEC and SLQF and foreign accreditations through creative instruction in an IT-savvy learning environment from Certificate Level to Under Graduate level.
Core Values:
- Focus on new and innovative trends in professional education, higher education and training to offer the best to our participants.
- Seek affiliation with other local and overseas institutions to enhance the quality of service.
- Practice high ethical standards in service delivery.
- Respect diversity and promote peace and harmony.
- Meet the changing needs and desires of participants in a demand-driven job market.
Programs in Offer
The Academic Division of the centre is introducing a series of courses for those who wish to explore the scientific knowledge of human behaviour and thinking and to solve problems within human behaviour such as relationship issues, health issues, workplace issues, or education.
These courses are conducted in English medium. They will be offered online.
Diploma Programmes
Diploma in Modern Applied Psychology – DMAP
The Diploma in Modern Applied Psychology is designed to provide the students with good knowledge in the core areas of psychology. Ideal for individuals who wish to own a recognized psychology qualification that can be applied in many day-to-day life settings effectively.
Diploma in Child Psychology – DCHP
The Diploma in Child Psychology is designed for practicing primary and secondary school teachers, special education teachers, trainee teachers, social workers, child care and child protection workers and officers and other teacher training and psychology students who want to broaden their theoretical knowledge and practical skills in the field of child and adolescent development and mental health.
Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy – DCNP
The Diploma in Counselling & Psychotherapy is designed for students with a particular interest in counselling and the influence of psychology on counselling practice. The students will focus on the relationship between the theoretical aspect of psychology and counselling and the practical application of the theory in a wider social, cultural, economic, and international context.