Individual therapy (single session)

Individual One-At-A-Time Therapy (OAATT) provides students with quick access to individual therapy focused on addressing a specific concern or goal. Designed as a single 50-minute session, OAATT helps students get unstuck and leave with a clear, practical plan for next steps. Sessions are delivered by registered psychologists and clinical social workers using a strengths- and skills-based approach. OAATT is well suited for present- or future-focused concerns such as stress, decision-making, relationship issues, or life transitions. While many students find one session sufficient, additional sessions or referrals to other campus and community resources are available if needed.

Service Offerings

  • Single-session individual therapy (OAATT)
  • 50-minute focused appointments
  • Free and confidential for U of A students
  • Delivered by psychologists and clinical social workers
  • Goal- and solution-focused approach
  • In-person and virtual appointment options
  • Referrals and follow-up options if additional support is needed

How to Access

  1. Book an OAATT appointment online, by calling 780-492-5205 or booking in person at 2-703 Students' Union Building (SUB) (up to 3 business days in advance; first-come, first-served).
  2. Receive confirmation and paperwork within 1-2 business days.
  3. Complete required consent and reflection forms at minimum 2 hours before the session starts.

Location

2-703 Students' Union Building (SUB)

Hours of Operation
Reception: Monday - Friday: 8 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Appointments available year-round

What to Expect

OAATT offers reliable, timely access to a single-session therapy appointment with qualified clinicians, providing focused support and clear next steps. Appointments are available year-round, with new times opening daily, and students are expected to complete pre-session requirements, attend as scheduled, and actively engage in the session.

Sessions follow four phases:

  1. Preparation: Pre-session reflection on concerns, strengths, and goals
  2. Goal Setting: Identify a realistic, attainable outcome for the session
  3. Exploration: Develop next steps using skills, strengths, and resources
  4. Action: Leave with a clear plan to implement after the session
CCS services are in high demand, with requests for service out pacing capacity, so students can expect that it might take multiple attempts over a few days to book an OAATT session.

Cost

No charge for service

Special Conditions

  • OAATT is present- and future-focused and does not explore historical or complex clinical issues
  • Letters of support are not provided to first-time visitors; ongoing clients may receive documentation at provider discretion
  • No-Show / Late Cancellation Policy: if less than 24 hours’ notice or missed appointment: $20 for first and second infractions; $50 for third and subsequent infractions; three or more no-shows/late cancellations may result in no further bookings for the academic year and referral to external services
  • Services are confidential and not shared with the university or others without written consent, except in legally or ethically required situations

Contact

780-492-5205
Booking: Online appointment booking

Relevant Links

Therapy - Individual One-at-a-Time (Single Session, OAATT)

Audience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students

Home Campus: All

Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus, Virtual/Phone Meeting

Access: By Appointment

Service Provider: Counselling + Clinical Services (CCS)

Language: English