College counseling centers were generally staffed by which professionals?

• A. Social workers
• B. Counselors and psychologists
• C. Physicians
• D. Teachers

Answer: (B)

College counseling centers are designed to address students’ personal, social, and academic adjustment needs with professionals trained in mental health services. Counselors bring expertise in counseling approaches, career guidance, and preventive mental health work, while psychologists provide deeper assessment, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention. This combination is well suited to support students navigating college life, development, and transitions. Physicians may handle medical issues or medication, and teachers focus on academic instruction rather than mental health services, so they aren’t the typical core staff for these centers. Hence, the standard staffing is counselors and psychologists.