The Advisor is a hub of information to move students from starting their academic journey to making their dreams real.

Counseling and advising staff are available to help students learn coping skills and better ways to achieve academic success through:

  • Developing effective study habits
  • Enhancing communication skills
  • Minimizing test anxiety
  • Improving time management
  • Fostering critical and independent thinking

Office Hours

  • Fall & Spring: Monday through Thursday 8am to 5pm. Friday 8am to 3pm.
  • Summer: Monday through Thursday 7:30am to 5pm. Friday Closed 

Contact

  • Student Success Coach
    Sonia Gonzales
    Director of Student and Administrative Services
    Video Phone: (432) 218-4056
    sgonzales@howardcollege.edu

Personal Counseling

At SWCD, we believe sound emotional health to be an integral part of a student’s ability to succeed in college. As such, counseling services are provided to assist students who need help addressing issues that might interfere with their academic progress. Personal counseling is confidential and services are free to current students on a short-term basis. It is the role of counseling staff to support and assist students in facing the emotional challenges that often accompany the college experience. Common issues for which students seek counseling include stress, anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol problems, self-esteem, relationship issues, grief, family concerns and more.

Short-term personal counseling is time-limited and solution focused. Most students benefit from an average of six sessions. Should long-term therapy be needed, the counselor will help make the appropriate referrals to human service organizations and/or mental health providers in the area. 

Crisis Intervention

Counseling services are available during normal business hours. Should you experience a mental health emergency outside normal hours of operation, please call 911.

Additional numbers for crisis situations include:

  • Local Crisis Hotline: 1-800-375-4357
  • Suicide Hotline: 1-800-784-2433

ADA Academic Accommodations Services

For information regarding ADA academic accommodations services, please contact Jeff Anderson (432) 218-4051 (VP) or email at janderson@howardcollege.edu.