The North-South University- Counseling & Wellbeing Center (NSU-CWC), under the Office of the Pro Vice-Chancellor, functions under the stewardship of the Proctor.
It is a support system for the NSU community to addresses their emotional well-being. It serves as a primary mental health care unit for the students, faculty members, and staff of the University. The center offers various therapeutic approaches and advice for further referrals on mental health issues.
For appointments, client can self-refer or be referred by Faculty, family, and other administrative staff of NSU by mailing requests to [email protected] with full name, NSU ID, NSU email, and a valid phone number of the client, or the client can have a walk-in session if there is available slot.
The NSU-CWC offers one-to-one or group sessions. It has professional psychologists working as counselors, specializing in Counseling, Clinical, and Educational Psychology.
The counselors and clients must maintain confidentiality. Counseling records are kept strictly confidential and are not part of University records. Exceptions to confidentiality are rare and include when a person poses a threat to his/her safety or the safety of someone else or when it is ordered by the court.
Life at University can bring a range of experiences, changes, challenges, and new opportunities. Looking after your well-being is crucial for making your University experience positive, smooth, and stress-free. The North South University- Counseling & Wellbeing Center is here to help you with your mental health and emotional well-being.
The following services are exclusively available at the Counseling & Wellbeing Center:
Upcoming Events
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The Counseling & Wellbeing Center (CWC) and Office of External Affairs (OEA) jointly organized a discusion with International Students of NSU
Counseling and Wellbeing Center (CWC) in collaboration with Kaan Pete Roi (Bangladesh's first and only emotional support and suicide prevention helpline) is going to organize a certified training, " Mental Health Preliminary Response (MH-PR)" for the student community.
This training aims to equip individuals to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges and crises in others. This course will provide practical skills for initial support, such as active listening and assessing a situation, and guide individuals toward professional help.
Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate active listening and empathic communication
2. Demonstrate planning and conduct of a crisis action plan
3. Demonstrate understanding of mental health issues.
4. Demonstrate referral process.
5. Understanding ethical concerns and boundaries of providing support.
For Further details, students can visit the CWC or Email.
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The Counseling & Wellbeing Center (CWC ) has organized a workshop titled "Beyond Exam Anxiety" for the NSU Student Community.
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Counseling and Wellbeing Center (CWC) and Department of Public Health and Supported by NSU Public Health and Science Club of NSU, jointly organized a Poster Presentation and Panel Discussion to observe World Mental Health Day-2025.
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Counseling and Wellbeing Center (CWC) and Instititutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of NSU jointly organized "Burnout Management" Workshop for the Faculty Members of NSU.
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Counseling and Wellbeing Center and Proctor's Office of NSU jointly organized a panel discussion, "Let's Talk : Youth Against Drug" to observe International Day Aaginst Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking-2025. This program supported by NSU Social Services Club.
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Student CounselingCenter and Proctor's Office jointly organized a seminar to celebrate World Mental Health Day-2023.
Free and confidentioal in-person counseling is available at the Counseling & Wellbeing Center(CWC) during its operating hours-Saturday to Thursday from 9 am to 5 pm (Except Public Holidays).
NSU students, faculty members, and employees can receive free virtual psychological suppoort through the Shukhee App, anytime , 24/7.
10th September observed as World Suicide Prevention Day all around the world. Every life is important .Lets talk and seek help if needed. Save life.
Seminar on "Youth Against Drugs"
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Workshop on "Beyond Exam Anxiety" Season-3
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Awareness session on "Running on Empty: Managing Burnout and Protecting Mental Health in Work, Life, and Study".
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Counseling & Wellbeing Center (CWC) in collaboration with the Procto's Office organized a workshop "Beyond Exam Anxiety "
Counseling and Wellbeing Center(CWC), supported by Public Health & Sceience Club (PHSC) of NSU organized a workshop on " Digital Wellbeing & Managing Screen Addiction".
Counseling & Wellbeing Center (CWC) and Office of External Affairs (OEA) jointly organized a discusiion with International Students of NSU
Inauguration Ceremony of Health & Wellbeing Psychoeducation Initiative, jointly taken by IQAC and CWC, NSU
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Workshop on "Beyond Exam Anxiety"
Training on Mental Health Preliminary Response (MH-PR)
Celebration of World Mental Health Day-2025
Faculty Workshop on "Burnout Management: Work-Life Balance"
Panel Discussion-"Let's Talk: Youth Against Drug"
As part of Continuing Professional Development (CPD), CWC counselors attended different sort of trainings and workshops that enrich their professional expertise in the domain of mental health.
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Counseling & Wellbeing Center (CWC)
Level-4, Admin Building
North South University
Phone: +880-2-55668200 PABX Ext: 6019
Email- [email protected]
For more specific queries, students can email-
| Name | Designation | Contact |
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Md. Shaphawat Hossain |
Assistant Director (Sr.Student Counselor)
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[email protected] |
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Masuma Akter Sumi
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Student Counselor
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[email protected] |
| Saidul Islam |
Assistant Student Counselor
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[email protected] |
| Niger Sultana |
Assistant Student Counselor
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[email protected] |
| Umme Sulaim | Assistant Student Counselor (Part-Time) |
| Getanjali Roy | Assistant Student Counselor (Part-Time) |
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