
Counseling
Counseling Services
All Counseling Appointments by Telephone & Zoom
Fall, Winter and Spring
The Counseling Team is here to support you via Telephone and Zoom appointments during the Fall, Winter and Spring quarters. During these quarters,
you may schedule your appointments with our online scheduling system.
Spring Quarter Office Hours
- Monday - Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.
- Wednesday - Thursday: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Fridays - 8:30 a.m.- 3 p.m
We will be closed Friday, April 16, Districtwide conference and Monday, May 31 in
observance of Memorial Day holiday.
Office Closed Friday, April 16
Our Student Services virtual offices will be closed for an all-district meeting on Friday, April 16, 2021. Phone, email and text correspondence will return on April 19.
If you are a student experiencing a life-threatening psychiatric emergency or concerned about a student experiencing a life-threatening psychiatric emergency, please call 9-1-1 or the FHDA Police Dispatch at 408. 924.8000 with the information below for immediate assistance:
- Full name of the student
- CWID
- The physical location of the student, if known
- A number or email address where the student can be reached
Spring Quarter Quick Question Schedule
Week #2 Apr. 12- 15
Mon. Apr. 12, 10:00- 11:45 a.m. and 12:30 - 2:15 p.m.
Tues. Apr. 13 , 9:30 - 11:15 a.m. and 12:30 - 2:15 p.m.
Wed. Apr. 14, 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. and 3:00- 4:45 p.m.
Thurs. Apri. 15, 9:00 -10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Fri. Apr. 16 - office closed
Week #3- #11 Quick Questions are as follows.
Mon: 2:00- 3:45 pm
Tues: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. and 2:00 - 5:45 p.m.
Wed: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. and 3:00 - 4: 45 p.m.
Thurs: 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Fri: 9:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Please NOTE: Quick Questions are subject to change.
Are You Zoom Ready?
- Download Zoom to meet with a Foothill Counselor virtually
Our goal is to help you clarify your academic and personal goals. Our counselors are committed to your success and deliver a range of services.
Academic Counseling
- Explore majors, educational choices and set academic goals
- Get up-to-date information on admissions and transfer requirements
- Develop a Student Educational Plan (SEP) for certificate, graduation and/or transfer
- Address academic and progress probation
- Get referrals to other support services on campus
- Certify your IGETC and CSU GE eligibility
Career Counseling
- Explore career options and paths
- Learn about different career and college success courses
- Use career search resources to weigh your options
Personal Counseling
- Get support in safe, non-judgmental spaces
- Address personal issues affecting your college success
- Receive referrals to on-campus and community resources as needed
Programs with Counseling Support
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower students in their educational journey by building upon their diverse strengths. We advocate on behalf of learners to overcome institutional barriers while providing academic, career, transer, personal counseling and instruction. We value the worth and dignity of each individual as they positively contribute to their communities and global society.
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Questions?
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Counseling Center
650.949.7423
Student Services Building 8300, Room 8302
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