Newcastle (Callaghan campus)

The University Counselling Service offers appointments for students free of charge. If you are a staff member of the University of Newcastle, you can seek counselling through the Employee Assistance program which is a free service to all employees and their immediate family.

To make an appointment with a counsellor:

  • By Phone: (02) 4921 5801
  • In Person
  • By Email: counselling@newcastle.edu.au (Please provide a phone number in your email so we can contact you to discuss available appointment times.)

Where we are

We are in Room HA209, Hunter Building, opposite the Griffith Duncan theatre stairs

The front desk people are Jane McManus (Monday, Wednesday and Thursday) and Karen Sharpham (Tuesday and Friday).

Walk-in appointments  

If your need is urgent you can attend a walk in clinic at the following times. Please arrive early as there are limited spaces available. Click here for Walk in Clinic flyer.

  • Mondays and Wednesdays from 2pm