Psychological Counseling: A Safe Emotional Anchor in Modern Life

In the pace of modern life, the pressures of study, work, and relationships continue to intensify, causing many people—especially pupils, university students, and young adults—to experience prolonged stress, difficulty regulating emotions, and even face issues such as anxiety and depression. However, not everyone has the skills or a safe space to share and find ways to work through these challenges.

In response to this need, the Psychological Counseling Room at Phan Chau Trinh University of Medicine Hospital is gradually becoming a trusted destination, where those who seek support can be listened to professionally, respectfully, and confidentially.

The center is directly led by Dr. Nguyen Thi Thanh Van – Dean of the Faculty of Psychology, Phan Chau Trinh University, implementing counseling and therapy activities in a structured and systematic manner.

With a private setting at the International Examination Area – Premier Clinic, the process of working with clients is ensured with full discretion, creating favorable conditions for building trust and effective intervention outcomes.

Each case is approached based on professional assessment and an appropriate support plan. The room’s activities focus on:

• School psychological counseling for pupils and university students
• Supporting adults in overcoming stress, work pressure, and relationship conflicts
• Counseling and therapy for psychological disorders such as anxiety, depression, behavioral disorders, and prolonged stress
• Organizational and personnel psychology consulting, contributing to a sustainable work environment and personal value development

In practice, the number of people seeking the counseling room’s support continues to grow. This not only reflects the increasing psychological pressures in today’s society, but also demonstrates a positive shift in awareness: mental healthcare is gradually becoming an essential need of modern life.

Beyond its community support role, the counseling room is also an important practical training environment for Psychology students (clinical and counseling orientation) at Phan Chau Trinh University. Under the direct supervision of Dr. Nguyen Thi Thanh Van, students are able to:

· Observe the process of intake, assessment, and intervention planning

· Participate in supporting counseling cases appropriate to their competency level

· Gain exposure to diverse clinical situations

· Develop listening, questioning, and therapeutic relationship-building skills

Studying in a real-world environment and engaging with specific cases helps students systematically develop clinical thinking, while also clearly understanding their professional roles and ethical boundaries—an essential foundation for becoming future psychology professionals.

The Psychological Counseling Room at Phan Chau Trinh University of Medicine Hospital is therefore not only a place where people come seeking professional psychological support, but also a safe space where they are heard, able to talk, gradually understand themselves, and move toward greater balance in life.