Counselors here to have your back and mind
Del Mar’s Counseling Center will be holding events the next few weeks free for students to help their mind and spirit.
Category: Health
Healing power of dogs
Frankie, a Pembroke Welsh corgi, nestles in sociology major Veronica Chavarria’s lap during his visit to help students with their stress. Other dogs visiting were Lucy, a dachshund, Lola, a Tibetan spaniel, and Sailor, a bolognese.
Self-care should always come first
Sam Gutierrez’s column this issue deals with way students should cope with stress. You’re not alone.
Spring Break Tips
Have a beach parking permit Always have an updated parking permit to avoid a $75 fine. Annual permits are $12 and can be purchased at the Corpus Christi Visitor Information Center at Heritage Park or at H-E-B and Stripes locations. Bring sunscreen and sunglasses Beat the sun’s harmful rays and bring plenty of sunscreen and a pair of sunglasses. Wear shoes Feeling the sand between your toes is nice, but not when it’s scorching hot outside. Protect your feet from burns and items that may be hiding in the sand. Stay hydrated Extended exposure to heat can take a huge…
Counseling Center always ready to help out students
Coming back from winter break can be stressful, but the Del Mar Counseling Center is reaching out to help students. With upcoming events and available counseling services, there is always a place on campus to relax and calm your mind. Johanna Torres, one of three Del Mar College counselors, said her main goal is helping individuals move toward their growth and life goals. “We provide students with individual counseling and that can range from anything from everyday stress, school stress, family stress, relationship stress to symptoms of anxiety or depression,” Torres said. “We also work with students that have experienced trauma,…