We offer counseling services on both Ikebukuro and Niiza campuses. In Ikebukuro, a Japanese licensed clinical psychologist provides services in Japanese and English every weekday. For counseling in Japanese, you can just walk in, but it is better to make an appointment to secure enough time. If you wish to have a counseling session in English, please first contact the International Office that helps you make an appointment with us. Sessions in both languages are free of charge.

You can seek counseling for whatever issues you have. For example:

• Not being able to adjust to Japanese culture,
• Feeling homesick,
• Interpersonal problems related to teachers and other students,
• Communication difficulties with your teachers and lab members, and
• Stress related issues leading to physical illness (including inability to sleep, loss of appetite, etc.);

You will first talk to one of our intakers or counselors, who will also help you access to suitable expertise if needed. Your information will be strictly kept confidential except for the case of perceived emergency.