International Students

International Students

International Student

International students experience a number of stressors that increase their incidence of depression and suicide.  Some common challenges include adjustment to a new culture, feeling misunderstood and isolated, pressure of having to learn a new language, abuse, academic difficulties, interpersonal conflict, homesickness and having to navigate different social and cultural norms. 

It is important to know that there is help.  CPS provides free services to students in a safe, non-threatening environment.  For students 18 and over, we do not share any information with other members of the Rowan Community or any family member. 

We invite you to come in and talk with one of our staff members so that, together, we can understand what is going on and how to help you.  In addition, we recognize that feeling comfortable with your therapist is important, and we will make every effort to match you with a therapist who fits your needs.

FAQ's

What do I talk about?

Students present at CPS to discuss a variety of issues.  Here are some examples of what you and your fellow international students are commonly concerned about and what a counselor may be able to help with:

  • Separation from family and friends, loneliness, or homesickness
  • Understanding and adjusting to U.S. culture and way of life
  • Language difficulties
  • Academic pressures or classroom style
  • Social interactions and making new friends
  • Finding time to meet family commitments and obligations
  • Relationship problems or dating people from different cultures
  • Financial concerns
  • Adjusting to new roommates
  • Coping with visa and immigration issues

At CPS, counselors are trained to be culturally sensitive.  Regardless of what brings you in, we offer a safe, supportive and nurturing environment to discuss your difficulties and help you learn more effective ways to manage them.

Uwill

Uwill is an addition to CPS services that provides students with video, phone, chat, and message sessions with licensed mental health professionals at no cost. This additional counseling option offers students greater flexibility.

What is Uwill? 
Uwill provides students with access to a therapist of their choice via the mode of their choice - video, phone, chat or messaging. Teletherapy services are available during the day, as well as evenings, weekends, and holidays. Uwill has licensed mental health professionals available in all 50 states and providers in many countries of the world.

Please see the information below for the situations in which Uwill is a good option for students. Because Uwill teletherapy may not be appropriate for all presenting concerns, please contact CPS if you have any questions or to determine if Uwill is a good fit for you.

What is available to Rowan students? 
Rowan students can meet with a Uwill counselor at no cost. Students can:

  • Choose a therapist based on their preferences including issue, gender, language and race or ethnicity
  • Choose a time that fits with their schedule with day, night, and weekend availability
  • Choose the appointment mode that is right for them - video, phone, chat or messaging

Who is eligible? 
This service is offered at no cost to all enrolled Rowan students regardless of their location. 

Who is it for? 
Uwill is most appropriate for students whose concerns are a good fit for brief services and whose scheduling needs may not fit with available on-campus services. 

When is it not a good fit? 
There are some times when on-campus services are a better fit. These include: having thoughts of self-harm or thoughts of harming others, having an ongoing mental health concern, are currently experiencing significant disruption in your tasks of daily living or intense symptoms related to a diagnosed mental health condition or needing long-term mental health support. Please call CPS if you are experiencing any of the above.

How do I get started? 
To access the Uwill platform, visit app.uwill.com. From there, register with your Rowan email address. You will soon receive an email confirmation to complete the registration process. After confirming your address, you can select a counselor and schedule an appointment.