Psychological Well-being & Happiness Program

Mental health is an integral part of the holistic development of an individual. The Department of Counseling & Happiness has been established to promote the psychological well-being of the students of Lovely Professional University.

Psychological Well-being and Happiness Program run by the Department of Counseling & Happiness is designed to enhance cognitive, and behavioral aspects of an individual’s personality.

The objective of the program is to assist students in their adjustments to a new phase of life and to help them take full advantage of the academic and social environment in the University.
The program focuses on timely assistance by Psychologists to students to ease their psychological distress. By utilizing the services offered under the program ,students learn to manage situational crises effectively, cope with academic stress, develop self-awareness, and skills for lifelong learning.

Services offered under the Program

  • Individual Counseling for Students- 3000+ students have been counseled in 2022.
  • Group Counseling Sessions- to address common concerns & conflict resolution.
  • Psychological Testing facilities are available, e.g.- EQ, and IQ testing Personality and Resilience tests, Emotional Maturity and Self-confidence testing.
  • Workshops, Webinars & Training programs are conducted regularly on topics, e.g., Building Healthy relationships, Conflict resolution, Expressive Art therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Magic of Self-Motivation, Examinophobia, Stress Management Techniques , and Anger Management.
So far, the program has benefitted more than 15,000+ students through individual /group counseling sessions, workshops, webinars & mental health awareness campaigns.

Psychological Well-being and Happiness Program is unique as it follows both conventional and unconventional approach based on the ideology of Positive Psychology.

This ideology professes: promoting health, happiness, pleasure, and personal fulfilment through the free pursuit of chosen and valued goals.
  • Usage of Technology-based Platform for Counseling & Training: Under this program, Lovely Professional University has collaborated with YourDOST, one of India’s leading online and emotional wellness platforms, to ensure that students are happiest and brightest at all times.
    YourDOST has 900+ experts available around the clock, 24/7, 365 days offering confidential counseling services & support to the students. In 2022, Experts from YourDOST have conducted 5573 sessions.
  • Set up of Psycho- Neurobics Lab- to improve concentration , memory & mind. More than 300+ students have utilized the lab facilities to improve their concentration and attention.
  • Set up of Meditation Centre- a natural approach for promoting self-care and enhancing psychological & physiological well-being.

Impact on Students
It is oft said that ‘Prevention is better than cure’! This unique program has facilitated an environment of congeniality, confidence, and facing challenges bravely. A much-needed boost especially for students who have just left behind the used-to environment of the school and be ready for the practicalities of life. A healthy psychological makeup helps students develop hosistically and participate in all aspects of campus life specifically sports, literary and cultural activities, and professional development programs.