Student Counselling Service
The Senior Student Counselling service at the Trincomalee Campus is dedicated to promoting the well-being, personal development, and academic success of students. University life presents many opportunities as well as challenges, and the counselling service provides a supportive environment where students can discuss personal, academic, and social concerns confidentially.
The counselling service aims to help students develop the skills necessary to manage stress, adjust to university life, build healthy relationships, and achieve their academic goals.
Objectives of the Counselling Service
- Provide confidential guidance and support
- Assist students in adapting to university life
- Promote mental well-being and resilience
- Help resolve academic and interpersonal challenges
- Encourage personal growth and decision-making
Services Offered
Individual Counselling
- Academic stress and study difficulties
- Personal or family concerns
- Emotional challenges (anxiety, loneliness)
- Relationship issues
- Adjustment to university life
Group Counselling & Workshops
- Stress management workshops
- Time management sessions
- Leadership & communication training
- Personal development programs
Freshers’ Orientation Support
- Understanding university expectations
- Adjusting to campus life
- Building social connections
Crisis Support
Immediate assistance for urgent personal or emotional issues.
Counsellor Profiles
Faculty of Communication and Business Studies
Faculty of Siddha Medicine
How to Seek Counselling
- Visit the Senior Student Counsellor’s Office
- Request appointment via Student Affairs Division
- Contact faculty counsellors directly
Senior Student Counsellor
Dr. Balachandran Sarangan
Senior Student Counsellor
Trincomalee Campus
📧 saranganb@esn.ac.lk
Role of the Senior Student Counsellor
- Provide professional counselling services
- Coordinate student welfare initiatives
- Conduct mental health awareness programs
- Support students facing academic challenges
- Refer students to professional services when needed
Confidentiality Statement
All counselling sessions are conducted in a safe and confidential environment. Information shared will not be disclosed without student consent, except where safety is at risk.