Counselling Support via Randstad Student SupportÌý
Randstad delivers counselling through a network of fully qualified, BACP-accredited counsellors (or members of an equivalent professional body) who have experience supporting students in higher education.
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Counselling can support students with a range of concerns, including:
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- Anxiety and depression
- Academic pressures and stress
- Relationship difficulties
- Bereavement and loss
- Low mood or emotional distress
- Other personal concerns affecting wellbeing
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Flexible and Inclusive Support
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Randstad offers:
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- Online counselling via a secure platform such as Microsoft Teams
- In-person counselling appointments on campus
- Flexible appointment times
- Matching with counsellors based on student preferences and needs
- Support for students from diverse backgrounds, including those with neurodivergent needs
- Counselling in a range of languages, including Mandarin and Cantonese
Counselling is delivered on a sessional basis, with up to six sessions available where appropriate.
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How Students Access Counselling
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The ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ does not provide an internal counselling service. Instead, we work in partnership withÌýRandstad Student SupportÌýto provide professional counselling for students who would benefit from this support.
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Students cannot self-refer directly to Randstad.
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Access to counselling is through theÌýStudent Wellbeing Team, following an initial wellbeing assessment and triage.Ìý
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Students seeking support should contact theÌýStudent HubÌývia:
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You can also access wellbeing support by completing ourÌýÌýform, which helps us understand your needs and connect you with the most appropriate support as quickly as possible.
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Where counselling is identified as the most appropriate support option, the Student Wellbeing Team will make a referral to Randstad Student Support.
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Following referral, a dedicated Randstad Specialist will normally contact the student withinÌý24 hoursÌýto discuss their preferences and arrange an appointment with a suitable counsellor.
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