Psychological Counselling
The psychological counselling at the SAO is free and aims to help students make desired changes and decisions, especially in time of difficulties or facing challenges. Counselling goes beyond problem-solving, it provides support for students and helps them discover more about themselves and their potentials. Counsellors at SAO are professionally trained and experienced. All information will be kept strictly confidential. Students can talk about their issues or concerns in a safe and private environment.
Issues and Concerns in Counselling Service
Common issues that students talk to a counsellor include but not limited to:
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*All conversations will be kept in strict confidence*
Making an Appointment with a Counsellor
You can make an appointment through the following ways
Online booking system: https://pappl.eduhk.hk/CSBS/ (You are recommended to use a computer to access the booking system.)
Email: saocs@eduhk.hk
Tel: 2948 6245
Location: 1/F, Cho Kwai Chee Foundation Building, Tai Po Campus
Office Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. & 1:30 p.m. to 5:20 p.m.
Drop-in Session
Office hours on Tuesday and Thursday
(You can talk to the duty counsellor during the session, on a first-come, first-served basis)
Counselling Services/Activities Arrangements during Bad Weather
All services and activities of the Counselling Services Section follow the university's bad weather policy. During extreme weather conditions, always refer to the "Class/Examination Arrangements during Bad Weather" in the Student Handbook.
EdUHK 24-hour Counselling hotline: 8208 1155
This service is provided exclusively to our students and is operated by the Christian Family Service Centre as authorized by EdUHK. It operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
This hotline serves the following purposes:
- For students who need immediate counselling support.
- For staff who need professional advice on handling a student in crisis when they are not able to reach our Counselling Services.
External Counselling Services (free of charge)