Disability Resource Center

DRC Counseling

Counseling Services

Counselors are here to support students with disabilities toward meeting their academic, career and personal goals. During the Summer quarter, counselors will be on a limited schedule. Counselors will be available during the following dates:

June 28th, 2021- July 23rd, 2021 - Ana Maravilla

July 26th, 2021- August 20th, 2021 - Mimi Overton

August 23rd, 2021- September 17th, 2021- Mayra Palmerin-Aguilera

Disability Counseling

Develop individualized academic accommodation plan and services
Collaborate with DRC staff to provide resources and support to ensure academic success
Liaise with students, campus faculty and staff regarding student disabilites and accommodations

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 challenges and barriers
Get referrals to support services on campus

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

Receive support in a safe, judgment-free space
Address personal issues affecting college success
Get referrals to on-campus and community resources as needed

How to Schedule Your Appointment

Is this your first DRC appointment? Start by registering with us
Already registered with DRC? Contact our friendly front desk staff to schedule your virtual Zoom or phone counseling appoinment.
- Call 650-949-7017 or
- Email drc@fhda.edu

Preparing For Your Appointment

Before Your Appointment

Take English and math assessments*
Prepare to bring necessary documents: other college transcripts, test scores and any other records relevant to issues you want to discuss*
Make a list of questions you want to ask
If interested in transfer, make a list of potential universities and major programs

*If necessary

On the Day of Your Appointment

Have your Foothill CWID (student ID) number ready to verify your identity
Check your internet, camera and microphone on your device to make sure they're all working (if doing a Zoom appointment)
Be in a quiet, private place where you can discuss important, personal topics