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Aalto's study and career counselling psychologists provide online drop-in counselling (video or chat) Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10-11. They also provide walk-in counselling on campus Mondays at 13-15 and Wednesdays at 10-12 in room Y199c (Undergraduate Center, Otakaari 1).

Are you looking for help with time management, do you find yourself procrastinating or lacking motivation, are you looking for better study methods, or are you experiencing study related stress, anxiety or burnout? If these issues sound familiar, come and meet the Aalto study and career counselling psychologist to get some support and advising. You can also come and chat if you are returning to your studies after a longer break, if your life situation or health condition is affecting your studies, or if you would like to talk about your concerns related to the future and working life. They can help also, for example, if you are considering when and where to get support for wellbeing and / or study challenges, or if you are not sure if you should book an appointment.

More information and access to online drop-in counselling via this website. (Online drop-in counselling takes place in chat or video. You access by clicking "Info chat" box.)

Aalto's guidance counsellors provide walk-in counselling on campus every Thursday at 13-15 in room Y199c (Undergraduate Center, Otakaari 1) during the semesters.

Guidance counsellor can help you when you have questions such as: Am I in the right field of study? What do I want to do and what am I interested in? What options do I have regarding my studies and work? With a guidance counsellor, you can clarify your goals regarding your studies or career. You can also reflect on questions related to studying and future plans, receive support in organising your situation, as well as assistance in planning your studies and setting goals. Guidance counsellor can also help in situations where you want to discuss your studies with someone and you're unsure who to contact.

You can also book a longer individual guidance session through the or via email. Aalto guidance counsellors:
 

• Janne Mertala / janne.mertala@aalto.fi / +358 50 3450988
• Pia Rydestedt / pia.rydestedt@aalto.fi / +358 50 5608378
• Tuuli Asunmaa (especially for students of School ARTS) / tuuli.asunmaa@aalto.fi / +358504124032

Drop-in counselling on campus every Tuesday at 13-15 in room Y199c (Undergraduate Center, Otakaari 1) during the semesters.

Studies are demanding and there is also much more to life than studies! Aalto chaplains provide a place for discussion to all Aalto students, regardless of belief or background. Their work is grounded in presence, listening, and absolute confidentiality. We want to support the overall wellbeing of our students. Come to talk!

You can also book a longer individual guidance session. Aalto chaplains:

• Marjaana Faugel / marjaana.faugel@evl.fi/ 0503652256
• Kristiina "Kiikki" Huotari / kristiina.huotari@evl.fi / 050 4644375

Diaconical work done by the church in case of financial difficulties: Please contact Espoo lutheran church Tapiola. Mon-Thu 9-15. Phone: +358 9 8050 4400. You don't have to be a member of the church if you wish to reach out for this support.

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The special education teacher provides individual counselling without appointment on campus (Otakaari 1, Y199c) between 10.00 and 12.00 on Thursdays during the academic term.

The special education teacher can help in situations where learning is difficult. If you have a diagnosed learning difficulty, illness or injury that hampers your ability to study, we can find out suitable ways for you to study despite the challenges. Or maybe you have begun to suspect that an unidentified learning difficulty, such as dyslexia or an attention deficit, may be underlying your learning challenges. We can think over these things and think up the appropriate further steps to take.​

You can also make an appointment for a longer individual counselling session through the service. You can also send an email or call Special Education Teacher Janne Mertala / janne.mertala@aalto.fi / +358 50 3450988

If you have been diagnosed with a learning difficulty, illness or injury, you may receive individual study arrangements. Get in touch with the contact person for your school. Additional information and your school’s contact person: Individual study arrangements at Aalto University

Career Design Lab career coaches are available on Tuesdays 15-16 and on Wednesdays at 13-15 in room Y199c (Otakaari 1) during the semester. 

We welcome you to chat about your job search and discuss your career aspirations. You can ask questions about your CV, job application or how to prepare for a job interview. If you're worried about life after studies, we can discuss whether career coaching would suit your situation and arrange an initial appointment. 

You can find out more about career design on our website and job search tips on  > Job Search Guide. You can always reach us at careerdesignlab@aalto.fi.

Finnish Student Health Service, also known as the FSHS, is your support for your well-being and health. FSHS services are for those students who have enrolled as attending students at a Finnish university. FSHS offers general health care services, mental health care services and oral health care services. Before booking an appointment, call us or visit SelfChat online service for an assessment of your need for treatment. The health care fee for students in higher education is paid to Kela, the Social Insurance Institution of Finland. FSHS does not charge for appointments.

FSHS in also participating in SPW-events. You can read more about their services for bachelor- and master-degree students: 

At UniSport, you can do the different kinds of exercises that inspire you the most and at very affordable student prices! Everyone is welcome to UniSport, whether you are a beginner or more advanced in exercising.Take a break with UniSport and use . helps you to start excercising. 

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Are you at the risk of dropping out or have you already dropped out of university? Are you stuck at home? Are you afraid to leave home? Do you feel like no one is helping you? Is your life a mess? Do you find it hard to wake up in the morning? Are social situations difficult for you?

If any of the above questions resonate with you and you are a young adult aged 16–29, Vamos is here to help. Vamos’ coaching services will guide you on your journey towards the school or career of your choice.

Way to Work Coaching

Do you need help looking for work? “Way to work” coaching is for you if: You have an international background (mother tongue or home language other than Finnish or Swedish). You are 18-35 years old. You need help in finding a job or career path.

Vamos offers individual coaching where you get personal support for your situation, information about Finnish working life and job seeking. Participating is free of charge and voluntary. 

If you are interested, you can call or send a message to the coach at Vamos Espoo (tel. 050 5224 831) or fill in the form  (Tick the box saying “Minun äidinkieli ei ole suomi tai ruotsi”. At the moment the form is in Finnish but you may write in English.)

If you live in Helsinki, you can turn to Vamos Helsinki:

• Vamos Helsinki does detached and outreach youth work, career coaching and group activities.
• You can contact Vamos Helsinki by phone or text message or by filling in . Other contact details:  (in Finnish)
• Office in Vallila, Helsinki: Kuortaneenkatu 1 (6^th floor)
• Vamos Helsinki provides services in Finnish, but they can offer individual counselling also in English.

If you live in Espoo, Kauniainen or Kirkkonummi, you can turn to Vamos Espoo:

• Vamos Espoo can provide you with a personal coach to help you figure out what you want to change in your life.
• You can contact Vamos Espoo by telephone at +358 50 467 2933. If Vamos cannot take your call right away, they will call you back. You can make the first connection also with . Other contact details:  (in Finnish)
• Office in Leppävaara, Espoo: Lintuvaarantie 2 A (4^th floor)
• Vamos Espoo offers services primarily in Finnish.

Are you wondering about things like housing, income, mental well-being or job hunting? We’re here to help you move forward! Ohjaamotalo’s services are intended for young people under the age of 30.

At Ohjaamotalo’s Starttipiste, a low-threshold guidance and counselling service, you can visit without an appointment and take care of things that are relevant on in your life right now. No issue is too big or too small for us.

You can get counselling and guidance without an appointment in topics like:
• Housing advice
• Kela benefits
• Job search skills
• Walk in therapy
• Exercise guidance
• Leisure activities and hobbies

Services available by appointment:
• Mental health and substance abuse nurse
• Psychosocial support (Ohjaamo Onni)
• Financial and debt counselling
• Study guidance

Ohjaamotalo also offers open activities, group sessions and events.

For more information, locations and opening hours:

• If you live in Espoo or Kauniainen:
• If you live in Helsinki:

• Crisis Services for Youth offers persons aged 12–29 years many services free of charge. You can talk to someone face-to-face or remotely, in a group or one-to-one. Whatever suits you best.

• Do you need support in your life? Do you want to talk about important matters to you with a trustworthy adult?

A list of sources of information and support in different kinds of situations in life in Finland can be found in Living in Finland | Aalto University

, Crisis Helpline:

offers short term counselling also in English

Guidelines explaining the kinds of effects crises in general 

Guidelines, selected by the Aalto study psychologists, that explain the kinds of effects crises in general can have on one’s mental health and when it would be good to seek professional health care can be found as an attachment.

Support and help in crisis situations and other acute need for help?

• In case of an urgent need for health-related help, contact the emergency department in your municipality, esim. ,  tai .
• Social and crisis emergency: Espoo: , Helsinki:  and Vantaa: .

Discussion-support in crisis

• You can turn to Aalto chaplains whether it is a personal matter related to your own life or a crisis affecting the community more broadly. Aalto chaplains are available to all members of the Aalto community, regardless of religion or outlook on life.
• Crisis Helpline provided by Mieli: 
• offers short term counselling also in English

AaltoApua-number

• The AaltoAPUA number can be contacted whenever in need of assistance in Aalto. But in emergency situations, call 112.
• AaltoAPUA helpline 050 4646462 | Aalto University
• The helpline is open 24/7 year-round and provides assistance in both Finnish and English. AaltoAPUA is intended for non-emergencies and can be used by anyone working at the university.

Here you'll find information on our groups, workshops and online materials for well-being, study skills and coping. The groups and workshops are conducted in Finnish or English. Groups, workshops and online materials for supporting wellbeing and study ability | Aalto University

Starting Point of Wellbeing is having Open Doors on every Tuesday at 12.00 - 13.00 at Otakaari 1, room Y199c. Come and join us for a coffee and learn what SPW is all about!

Thesis & Tomatoes

Read more via this link.

Start your studies with Pomodoro

Are you having trouble getting started with your studies? Do you struggle to establish routines? Does studying feel like a lonely task? Would you like to study alongside others in a similar situation? Join us for guided studying and pick up tips for more effective work during Pomodoro sessions!

Read more and get Zoom-links: Start your studies with Pomodoro | Aalto University

Beat the Blues! are Wellbeing-themed events for all international students at Aalto organized by Starting Point of Wellbeing. Come as you are! We are offering a place to share experiences, make new friends and maybe learn something new about surviving - and thriving - in Finland! Read more at: Beat the Blues! brings international students together and supports wellbeing | Aalto University

The themes of the five-point wellbeing route are observation of emotions, fostering the relationship with nature, bodyliness, calming down, and reflection on moderation. The route was opened on 19.4.2023 as part of Student's Mental Health Day.

Read more: Wellbeing route opens on Otaniemi campus | Aalto University

You can download the map of the route as a PDF-attachment.

Starting Point of Wellbeing (SPW) organizes a varied program on campus. Here are some examples of established pop-up events. We will update the event information throughout the semester.

FSHS theme day on sleep and rest. Enhance your study routine! Come and chat with healthcare professionals at SPW's pop-up booth about topics related to sleep and alertness.

Visual boards on dreams and future plans: SPW organises workshops and creative afternoon sessions. Visualize your dreams or for example your future plans on a board, using materials like images and cut-out words. Creative materials will be provided but you can also bring something of your own. Coffee and tea will be available!