Psychological services for students
Students at the University of Iceland have a few options when choosing to seek psychological counselling.
University psychology counseling
University psychology counselling offers individual interviews and group therapy. The counselling is on the ground floor of New Garden (Nýi Garður), Sæmundargata 12.
Individual interviews
Individual counselling provides analysis and treatment of various psychological problems. Master’s and doctoral students provide psychology services for the students of the University and their children. The psychology students provide the service under the guidance of the Director of Psychological Counseling, Gunnar Hrafn Birgisson, PsyD, a specialist in clinical psychology.
How do I register?
Fill in the secure application form here.
You can contact the Student Counselling and Career Centre, they will help you apply.
How much does the service cost?
A psychology interview costs 1.500 ISK, inherent in the 50-minute interview and 10 minutes for preparation.
Psychological counseling UI Student and Career Counselors (NSHÍ)
NSHÍ (Student Counselling and Career Centre) offers Psychological Counselling. Both individual interviews and group therapy.
Individual interviews
Four psychologists are employed at the study and career counselling services: Anna Guðrún Guðmundsdóttir, Camilla Ann Stacey, Hrafnkatla Agnarsdóttir og Rakel Davíðsdóttir. They provide university students with advice and support in individual interviews.
Course
NSHI psychologists regularly offer courses and training, for example in cognitive behavioural therapy, stress management, self-empowerment and more.
How do I register?
Interviews need to be booked by contacting the NSHI office on the 3rd floor of Háskólatorg or by phone +354 525-4315.
Send an email to salfraedingar@hi.is
How much does the service cost?
The service is free to all students of the University of Iceland.
Student Counseling
Counseling is offered at the University by students completing their masters’ degree in social work. Some of the services provided are:
- Family Counseling
- Financial Counseling
- Consult on social rights
- Parenting counseling
- Counseling regarding integration of studies and family life
- Communication Counseling
You can apply for the services by filling out this form.
You can also find information on instagram: nemendaradgjofhi
Bergid Headspace
Bergid provides individualized counseling and services to young people up to the age of 25.
Bergid’s goal is to offer low-threshold services with an emphasis on support, education and counseling.
Bergid aims to create a pleasant and safe environment for young people who want to receive professional help.
You can contact them by phone at 571-5580 or at bergid@bergid.is