College of
Medicine
Office of Student Affairs
Academic Assistance and Personal Counseling
The Office of Student Affairs offers academic and personal counseling for the purpose of supporting students academically, mentally, and emotionally as they pursue their academic and life goals. We believe that a students potential is best reached when individuals are healthy in both body and spirit.
Appointments are made by contacting Dr. Janet Moore by phone (215-991-8214) or email jlm62@drexel.edu.. Counseling hours are Monday-Friday, 9:00 – 5:00 with the exception of Monday evenings reserved for 3rd and 4th year students. General counseling appointments usually run for 45 minutes. Initial sessions are devoted to developing an understanding of the problem the student is facing, taking a personal and/or academic history and formulating treatment plans and goals.
Common Concerns of Students are:
· Academic Performance
· Educational Testing
· Anxiety/Panic Attacks
· Depression
· Assertiveness
· Grief
· Homesickness with trouble adjusting to Philadelphia area
· Trouble making social connections
· Personal Crisis
· Relationship Problems
· Stress
· Fear of failing Step 1
If medication is needed students are referred to Dr. Butler, the Director of Mental Health or you may contact Dr. Butler personally by phone (215) 991-8532 to make an appointment. Dr. Moore and Dr. Butler work together to provide the student with the treatment and support they need.
Both Dr. Moore and Dr. Butler adhere to legal and ethical guidelines pertaining to confidentiality. What you discuss with us will be treated as private and confidential and will be revealed only with your permission, or in a psychiatric emergency such as when the need exist to prevent injury to yourself or others.
Janet L. Moore, Psy.D. Director of Academic Assessment and Enrichment
Phone: 215-991-8214; Email jlm62@drexel.edu; Student Affairs Rm 114H