Counseling Services

Counseling Services assists students in overcoming personal, emotional, and psychological issues in order to support them in achieving their academic, personal, and professional goals. All services are confidential

Each Lander student's University experience is, ideally, a time of personal as well as intellectual growth. Sometimes personal problems can develop which make it difficult for a student to achieve success. Counseling Services helps students in dealing with these problems once they occur.

Personal Counseling is available at no charge. These counseling sessions are confidential and tailored to accommodate each student's needs.

If more long term or specialized services are needed, counselors can make referrals to off-campus resources. Personal counseling is accessible by appointment or on a walk-in basis for students with mental health emergencies.

The Office of Counseling Services offers:

Personal and individualized counseling sessions
Group counseling sessions
Substance Use awareness programs
Student development educational programs
Student development issues and concerns

Some common concerns are:

Anxiety
Depression
Family problems
Homesickness
Stress
Relationship problems
Time management
Low academic performance
Alcohol or drug abuse

MEET YOUR COUNSELOR

Justin Brewer

Justin Brewer
Director of Counseling Services

864-388-8885 | jbrewer@lander.edu | Genesis Hall

The transition to college can be an incredibly challenging adjustment. You need to learn new routines to deal with new people in a new place all while trying to meet the expectations you’ve set for yourself and maybe even those you feel others have for you. Trying to find balance in the middle of that process can be hard and overwhelming but you don’t have to do it all alone. Since 2010 I have been working with students at Lander to make those adjustments as they try to overcome the challenges that come with a new stage of life. I have helped students work through anxiety, depression, adjustment, grief and loss, anger, relationship difficulties, and decisions about majors and careers.

Education:

Master of Education in Counselor Education – Clinical Mental Health Counseling (Clemson University, 2010)

License and Certifications:

Licensed Professional Counselor (SC License #5578)
National Certified Counselor (Certification # 269055)

Professional Associations:

Association of University and College Counseling Center Directors
American Counseling Association
South Carolina Counseling Association

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Person Centered Therapy
Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Delaney Atkinson

Delaney Atkinson
Counselor

864-388-8885 | ratkinson@lander.edu | Genesis Hall

Hardships are guaranteed in life and especially in college. Let’s talk about it.

Sometimes we feel like we have to deal with these challenges on our own even though we don’t know how or even where to start. Sometimes it’s nice to have someone in your corner. That’s where I come in.

My goal is to provide a space for you to safely and openly share your story so that we can make sense of it together. I’ve worked with many different students with a variety of different issues including anxiety, depression, family dysfunction and trauma among countless other unique situations. I like to collaborate with my clients to create relevant and achievable goals. Together we can work towards YOUR goals for yourself.

Education

M.A. from Erskine Theological Seminary

License and Certifications

South Carolina Licensure currently in progress

Therapeutic Approaches

Person-Centered Therapy
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy

Crystal Martin

Crystal Martin

Counselor

864-388-8885 | cmartin2@lander.edu | Genesis Hall

Trying to find and maintain stability in everyday functioning can be very difficult and overwhelming. As you embark on this new stage of college life, you can be flooded with fears and feelings of uncertainties. When you are faced with challenging situations and suddenly feel all alone. I am here for YOU! As a trained professional, I am prepared and willing to provide you with a comfortable and safe environment to come and talk about relationships, trauma, emotion regulation, anxiety, depression or whatever your concerns may be.

I am committed to educating students about mental health issues so that they are able to make informed decisions about their lives. I strongly believe that sharing and discussing can enhance academic success, lifelong learning, relationships and personal growth.

Education:

Masters of Arts in Counseling with an Emphasis in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - Webster University

Experience:

15+ years assisting individuals, groups and families with addressing mental health concerns in both the school and clinical settings.

Therapeutic Modalities:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy

Next Step

Please call the Wellness Center at 864-388-8885 to schedule a time to meet with a counselor.