Mission

　This division’s mission is to maintain and promote the mental and physical health of students, staff, and faculty members, making use of our expertise in the field of medicine. The counseling services provided by our doctors are determined by their field of specialism, as outlined below.

Physical Health Counseling (internal medicine physicians)
　The internal medicine physicians at the Center for Health Sciences and Counseling at the university’s six campuses provide general health counseling and medical care for students, staff, and faculty members. They provide primary care and appropriate advice tailored to the nature of the illness or injury. If necessary, they will refer you to a specialist physician outside the university. There is no charge for counseling or treatment at our infirmary. Our physicians will maintain your privacy and will not disclose to any third party (including your tutor) details of the advice that has been sought or the treatment provided. You can be assured of complete peace of mind when you use any of our Health Centers. The days when counseling is available differ from one campus to another, so please check with the relevant infirmary.

Mental Health Counseling (psychiatrists)
　The Center for Health Sciences and Counseling has full-time psychiatrists on its staff, who provide treatment (psychotherapy or drug therapy) or advice aimed at improving the mental health of students and staff. If you are having trouble sleeping or are feeling depressed, constantly dejected, unbearably anxious, severely irritable, or lacking in motivation, please do seek mental health counseling. However, please note that drug therapy is limited to students, in principle, and we will administer the lowest necessary dose for the shortest necessary period of time. We will maintain your privacy, including the fact that you have sought a consultation. If your symptoms are severe or if it is otherwise necessary, we will refer you to an external medical institution.