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Campus Life

Student Counseling

International Student Counseling

The International Student Consulting Room is here to provide support to all international students at the University of Tsukuba. You may walk in when a consultant is available, but you may also make an appointment by email to secure a consultation timeslot for you. Please send an email in English or Japanese to make a reservation; please include your name, affiliation and state the issue you want consultation about. Consultation will be kept in strict confidence.

International student advisors, academic advisors are available to advise students on any problems.

Immigration
  • An Tingting
    (Clinical psychologist) (Japanese, Chinese, English)
    Message: When you feel worried, helpless, or not motivated, I am here to hear you out and offer you support.
  • Funaki Rei
    (Clinical psychologist) (Japanese, English)
    Message: Living abroad gives you both fun and stress. We can talk to find a way to adjust the situation or can just have a chat to reduce your stress!
  • Funama Chizuru
    (Clinical psychologist) (Japanese, English)
    Message: Leaving a familiar place can sometimes feel unsettling. Feel free to come and talk about anything on your mind, whether it's your academics, your life, or personal matters. I'll assist you in making even the smallest progress.
  • Liang Jiahui
    (Certified Public Psychologist)(Japanese, Chinese)
    Message: University life can be fun, but it can also feel stressful or overwhelming at times. Please feel free to come and talk with me about anything—I'm here to support you.
Mon.

T. An　10:00-16:00
R. Funaki　11:00-16:00
Tue.

T. An　10:00-16:00
J. Liang　10:00-12:00 / 13:00-17:00
R. Funaki　10:00-15:00（online only）
Wed. C. Funama　9:30-10:30
J. Liang　10:00-12:00 / 13:00-17:00
Thu. R. Funaki　10:00-15:00
Fri. J. Liang　10:00-12:00 / 13:00-17:00
R. Funaki　10:00-15:00（online only）

Counseling & Consultation Services

Academic & Daily Life Matters

  • Relationships with advisors or lab members (interpersonal dynamics, academic progress, research struggles, etc.)
  • Further education & career planning
  • Living in Japan & intercultural adaptation (cultural differences, everyday challenges, adjustment difficulties)
  • Interpersonal relationships (friends, partners, etc.)

Mental & Physical Well-being

  • Sleep issues, anxiety, feeling down, or sadness
  • Loss of motivation or difficulty concentrating
  • Understanding your personality traits, neurodiversity, or developmental characteristics
  • General mental health concerns

Student Counseling

  • Professional counselorsr are available to discuss various problems with the students.
Immigration