Wellbeing
Every students wellbeing is important to us at Winchester
Counselling
The Counselling Service offers confidential service to support our students whenever they need help and advice.
You do not have to have a problem as such: if you feel confused, unhappy or find it hard to focus and concentrate on your studies, talking to a counsellor helps to clarify and explore what is troubling you. It offers a confidential relationship which you can safely use for feedback, challenge and support and a rare space for reflection and self development.
You may have an issue with making or keeping relationships. You may be feeling anxious or depressed and not be sure why.
Through the process of coming to know more about yourself and having greater expression and communication skills, you can identify choices and make closer connections with others. As a student wrote: "I want to thank you for helping me to help myself to become the person I know I can be". Emotional issues can often block the ability to study to your full potential and counselling helps to undo these blocks.
Individual sessions
Sessions are also offered on topics like stress busting, eating disorders, building self-esteem and assertiveness skills.
Contact us
For further details, and to enquire about appointments, please email counselling@winchester.ac.uk
Both male and female counsellors are available.
Disabilities and Learning Diversity Team
The Disabilites and Learning Diversity Team are here to help access support and advice to support your studies. For information on the Disabilities and Wellbeing services provided please click here.
Medical provision
On-site Doctors
The Friarsgate Practice provides an onsite medical service to all students who are registered with them. Most of the NHS services are offered here including advice on sexual health, repeat prescriptions and general consultations.
The surgery is located in the Main Building within the Student Services department. Any shared information is strictly confidential.
To make an appointment:
- Students should ring The Friarsgate Practice on 0844 477 0947 and request an appointment on campus.
There are also two other doctors practices in Winchester, these are:
St Paul's Surgery - 01962 853599
St Clements Practice - 01962 852211
Dentists
Students are encouraged to continue with regular checks with the family dentist during the holidays. However, should an emergency arise whilst at University, the Dental Helpline should be able to help.
Meningitis
The University of Winchester maintains a awareness campaign throughout the academic year. There is a comprehensive Managing Meningitis Policy, developed with the support of the Health Protection Agency which is followed should there be a suspected/confirmed case of meningitis at the University.
Further information can be obtained by visiting:
The Meningitis Trust website or calling the 24 hour helpline: 0800 028 1828
Influenza A (H1N1)
The University has a comprehensive policy in place should the H1N1 virus afect the day to day running of the institution. Information will be regularly communicated to students and staff via the internal website should the University be affected. For the latest information see the Department of Health website.
Mental health and wellbeing
Sue Martin is the University’s Wellbeing Adviser. Sue provides advice regarding diagnosed mental health needs, or any other mental distress, and her services are open to all students and staff at the University of Winchester.
The Wellbeing Adviser offers the following services:
- One to one advice and guidance
- Advice on strategies to make studying more manageable whilst living with mental distress
- Liaison with external agencies
- Signposting to other University and community support services
- She will also help to manage crisis situations
Contact us
If you feel that you are struggling with a mental health difficulty, please book an appointment with the Head of Wellbeing - Lesley Black.
To arrange an appointment, please call Student Services Reception on +44 (0)1962 827341 or e-mail mentalhealth@winchester.ac.uk
You may also wish to consider using the University's Counselling Service
To contact Sue Martin directly, please call +44 (0)1962 827493 or e-mail Sue.Martin@winchester.ac.uk