Student Counselling Service
Trincomalee Campus – Eastern University, Sri Lanka
Overview
The 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
The counselling service is designed to:
- Provide confidential guidance and support for students facing personal, emotional, or academic challenges
- Assist students in adapting to university life and campus culture
- Promote mental well-being and resilience among students
- Help resolve academic stress, interpersonal conflicts, and adjustment issues
- Encourage positive decision-making and personal growth
Services Offered
Individual Counselling
Students can meet the counsellor privately to discuss:
- Academic stress and study difficulties
- Personal or family concerns
- Emotional challenges such as anxiety or loneliness
- Relationship issues
- Adjustment to university life
Confidentiality: All discussions are treated with strict confidentiality.
Group Counselling & Workshops
The counselling unit regularly organizes:
- Stress management workshops
- Time management sessions
- Personal development programs
- Leadership and communication training
- Peer support activities
These programs help students strengthen their life skills and emotional resilience.
Freshers’ Orientation Support
The counselling office actively participates in first-year orientation programs, helping new students:
- Understand university expectations
- Adjust to campus life
- Build social connections
- Learn about available support services
Crisis Support
Students facing urgent personal or emotional difficulties can seek immediate guidance and referral through the counselling office.
Counsellor Profiles
Student Counsellors of FCBS
Student Counsellors of FAS
Student Counsellor
Faculty of Applied Sciences
Student Counsellors of FSM
How to Seek Counselling
Students who wish to seek counselling support can:
- Visit the Senior Student Counsellor’s Office during working hours
- Request an appointment through the Student Affairs Division
- Contact faculty counsellors at office or via email for confidential consultation
Senior Student Counsellor
Dr. Balachandran Sarangan
Senior Student Counsellor
Trincomalee Campus
Eastern University, Sri Lanka
Email:
saranganb@esn.ac.lk
Role of the Senior Student Counsellor
The Senior Student Counsellor is responsible for:
- Providing professional counselling services
- Coordinating student welfare initiatives
- Conducting awareness programs on mental health and well-being
- Working with academic departments to support students facing academic challenges
- Referring students to professional services when necessary
Message from the Senior Student Counsellor
Dear Students,
It is with great pleasure that I extend my warm greetings to all of you at the Trincomalee Campus of Eastern University, Sri Lanka. University life is a journey filled with new experiences, learning opportunities, and personal growth. Along the way, you may encounter challenges— academic, personal, emotional, or social. Please remember that you are not alone on this journey.
As the Senior Student Counsellor, my primary goal is to ensure your well-being, support your academic success, and help you build the confidence and resilience needed to thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Our Counselling Unit is committed to providing a safe, supportive, and confidential space where you can openly discuss your concerns and receive the guidance you need.
I encourage every student to make use of the services offered by the Counselling Unit—whether it is personal counselling, academic guidance, stress management, career advice, or simply a listening ear. Seeking help is not a sign of weakness; it is a sign of strength and self-awareness.
We continuously strive to promote a positive and healthy campus environment through workshops, awareness programmes, and student support initiatives. Your participation, feedback, and engagement are vital to making these efforts successful.
Please feel free to reach out whenever you need assistance. Together, we can create a campus community where every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to achieve their fullest potential.
Warm regards,
Dr. Balachandran Sarangan
Senior Student Counsellor
Trincomalee Campus
Eastern University, Sri Lanka
Confidentiality Statement
All counselling sessions are conducted in a safe and confidential environment. Information shared during counselling will not be disclosed without the student’s consent, except in situations where safety is at risk.