At The Center for Counseling and Health Education, we believe that personal and career concerns
are a normal part of each student's growth process. The staff of the center is available to help you
define goals, develop strategies for change, and realize a greater understanding of self and others.
We are here to listen and offer support as you work toward resolving personal concerns and seek out
ways to achieve a greater sense of wellness.
Counselors are sensitive to issues of ethnicity, religion, sexual preference, gender, physical
capacities, and learning disabilities.
Confidentiality
All counseling sessions and contact with the Center are strictly confidential. Under ordinary
circumstances, no information about you will be revealed to any person or agency without your
written consent. However, if a student is judged to be a danger to self and/or others, we reserve
the right to inform parents, next-of-kin or appropriate college personnel.
Counseling sessions do not become part of a student's record. Any counseling information used in
statistics or research will guarantee the anonymity of the student.
Services offered
Counseling services are free to all Newbury students.
Individual Counseling is an opportunity for students to meet one-on-one
with a counselor to discuss any personal concerns. Students
work with their counselor to determine the appropriate number
of sessions. In certain cases, an outside referral will
be made.
Resources and Referrals are available for students
seeking off-campus health care or mental health care services.
For health care concerns that do not warrant a trip to
the emergency room, students are advised to go to Brookline
Medical Associates at 358 Harvard Avenue in the Coolidge
Corner area. They accept Chickering Health Plan - the College's
insurance. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments are recommended.
Brookline Medical Associates can be reached at (617) 739-1111.
Call for directions.
Educational Programs are offered throughout the
year and provide an opportunity for students to gain information
on a variety of subjects related to health and wellness.
The Health and Wellness Library is a collection of books on mental health,
wellness and personal growth. These materials are available
for any member of the Newbury community to borrow for a
limited amount of time.
Health Insurance and Immunization Information is
provided by Erik Muurisepp at (617) 713-5901. His office
is in Room 106 in the Student Center, or he can be reached
at emuurisepp@newbury.edu.
We can help you with:
- Self-exploration and personal decision making
- Relationship difficulties, family problems, or other interpersonal conflicts
- Anxiety and depression
- Stress management
- Sexuality issues
- Feelings of loneliness or isolation
- Alcohol and drug concerns
- Health issues, including pregnancy, sexually transmitted diseases, smoking and sleep
difficulties
- Gambling and other addictions
- Eating disorders and body image issues
- Sexual assault and relationship violence
- Suicidal or self-destructive thoughts or behaviors
- Grief and loss
- Adjusting to a new country and culture
Emergency Policy
Any student who needs immediate emergency assistance should contact the Campus Safety Office at
(617) 730-7160. The Counseling Center staff will be available for crisis intervention and
assessment.
To Speak with a Counselor:
You may call us at (617) 730-7157 to set up an appointment.
If you get our voice mail, please leave a message. We will
respond promptly. You can also arrange an appointment by
e-mail. Send a confidential message to schamandy@newbury.edu.
Counseling staff will be available during office hours
for you to stop by, without an appointment, and ask questions,
get information, or begin meeting with a counselor. Office
hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Center for Counseling and Health Education is located
in the Student Center, Room 107.
Susan Chamandy is the Director of the Center. She has a
master's degree in Social Work from Boston University and
is a Licensed Social Worker.
All upcoming programs will be posted on the Counseling Center bulletin board,
located across from the Center.
Services of the Center are free to all Newbury College students.
Center for Counseling and Health Education
Student Center, Room 107
129 Fisher Avenue, Box 442
Brookline, MA 02445
Tel. (617) 730-7157
Fax: (617) 730-7134
schamandy@newbury.edu
Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
