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COUNSELING & TESTING SERVICES

(608) 785-8073     Fax: (608) 785-8965
112 Wilder Hall, 1725 State Street, La Crosse, WI  USA 54601
Office hours: Monday through Friday, 7:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Closed holidays)

Urgent Care (same day assistance) is available Monday through Friday, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Make an Appointment:
Call or stop in to make an appointment. At the first counseling appointment the receptionist will ask the student to complete a personal information sheet which will help the counselor understand the student's concerns. The student and counselor will then discuss the student's situation and determine what counseling service will be most helpful. The first session takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes.

After Hours Assistance:

Individual Counseling
Individual counseling provides an opportunity to talk with a personal counselor about anything you wish and to get help in resolving conflicts, solving problems, choosing a major, career testing, handling crisis situations, making decisions, and developing better coping skills.

Group Counseling
Each semester, the Counseling Center, based on students' interests and needs, schedules a variety of groups and workshops designed to help students learn new interpersonal skills, coping skills, and discuss personal concerns in a safe and supportive atmosphere. Check with the Counseling Center for information about current group offerings.

National Testing
National testing programs are administered for UWL students and other persons in the local community. These tests include the ACT, Wisconsin Regional Placement Test, CLEP Test, Graduate Record Exam, PPST, Medical College Admission Test, and the Miller Analogies Test. More information on testing.

Academic Skills
The Counseling & Testing Center offers workshops and individual sessions on academic skills such as: note taking, text book study, test preparation, managing test anxiety, test taking skills, vocabulary, and speed reading.

Alcohol Education
Students or staff who are concerned about their own or a friend’s alcohol or drug use may receive consultation, assessments, short term counseling, or referrals to a number of community resources to help address these concerns. Awake and Alive/Get Smart is an ongoing educational group for students who want to increase their knowledge and awareness of alcohol and safe driving issues. The Counseling Center receptionist can schedule these appointments.