The Center for Balance
Welcome to the Center for Balance. We understand as a student, you are presented with many challenges and opportunities that you must learn to balance such as papers, tests, work, building new relationships, friends and family issues, health, adjustment to new things and social activities. We have many tools to help you find the balance that you are searching for, these include:
Biofeedback
Biofeedback may be indicated as part of your treatment plan. Biofeedback is a tool that gives you information on the physiological responses that occur in your body through external measures. Biofeedback trains you to become familiar with your own body’s unique patterns and responses to stress and anxiety. Through this process, you can learn to control your body’s unique pattern and response rather than having them control you.
Self help materials
Many forms of self help materials are available in the self help library at the Counseling Center. Some of these include: books, relaxation CD’s, yoga DVD’s, and workbooks. In addition your therapist may suggest some worksheets or handout information.
Individual treatment
You will receive an individual assessment of your current stress levels in order to tailor a stress management plan specific to your stressors and your needs.
Group treatment
Group treatment is also available to address anxiety. Groups provide support, education and time to practice relaxation techniques.
Sleep Hygiene Assessment
Sleep is very important to one’s sense of focus, ability to concentrate, happiness, and health and brain power. Sleep will be evaluated as part of your individual assessment. Sleep hygiene tips can be provided to help you work toward a goal of more effective sleep.