Counsellors

Student Support Services has moved all in-person counselling sessions to telephone. This change allows us to continue to offer support to our students at this difficult time while still following physical distancing guidelines.
We know that at times like this, students might need us more than ever.

The college university experience will provide you with many opportunities for growth and change. While many of these opportunities can be exciting they can also be overwhelming. The student counsellor can provide support and guidance through these difficult times when you need it. Sometimes talking with your friends or family is not possible or enough and speaking with a neutral person can help to provide emotional supports.

Thompson Campus

Ingrid Gosselin
Student Counsellor
Phone: 204-677-6459
Toll Free: 1-866-677-6450 ext:6459
Email: IGosselin@ucn.ca

The Pas Campus

Lorette George
Student Counsellor
Phone: 204-627-8804
Toll Free: 1-866-627-8500 ext:8804​​
Email: lgeorge@ucn.ca

About....

University College of the North provides comprehensive counseling and referral services for students who may be going through a challenging time. The Student Counselling office is staffed by experienced counsellors and operate on a short term and confidential basis. Students in need of long-term counselling services can be provided with an appropriate referral.
Student counselling services are available during regular office hours, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday except statutory holidays
Short-term counselling and support are available for:
 
  • Personal and academic stress
  • Policy interpretation
  • Sexual violence
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Relationship problems
  • Transition
  • Domestic abuse
  • Sexuality
  • Trauma and violence
  • Procrastination
  • Attendance issues
  • Student appeals
  • Grief and Loss
  • Suicidal ideation
  • Addictions
  • Bullying and harassment
counseling

We all experience periods of stress, sadness, grief and conflict at some point in our lives. So if you are going through something maybe it is time to seek professional support regarding the issue or problem at hand.
• Your feeling alone/disconnected due to COVID-19
• Feeling anxious, sad, angry or hopelessness
• Something traumatic has happened
• Your using substances to cope with issues in your life
• Friends, Family & Instructors are concerned
The stigma associated with seeking counselling supports for yourself is that it may be a sign of “weakness” when it is instead; a sign of your inner strength. It is normal and healthy to seek help when you are in emotional distress. Remember change is possible and that when someone seeks out counselling they are helping to reduce the stigma associated with counselling and mental health supports.