Counseling and Mental Health Services
HGTC Counseling Services strives to optimize student success through managing personal and academic concerns that may interfere with achieving educational goals. Staff are available to every student for assistance and guidance on personal matters, academic concerns and other areas of concern.
Personal Counseling Resources
Events and experiences in our personal lives directly impact our abilities to succeed in our academic lives. We know your academic career is a top priority for you, but we also know that things in your personal lives can significantly impact your ability to focus on class, take detailed notes, perform well on exams or even be able to make it to class. Personal counseling resources are available and free to students who are currently enrolled at HGTC, please contact by emailing counseling@hgtc.edu. Appointments can be made to discuss issues such as relationship problems, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, loss or grief, burnout, and more. Counseling services can also assist in providing referrals to outside counseling services for those students who prefer a counselor outside of HGTC and/or feel they may need long-term assistance.
Katelynn Hine
Hi everyone, my name is Katelynn Hine, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate (LPCA) and the new Professional Counselor here at HGTC.
I am born and raised in Myrtle Beach, where I attended Socastee High School, and enrolled in PACE classes here at HGTC. I attended USC-Beaufort receiving my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology and then received my Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from UNC Charlotte campus. During my time at UNC Charlotte, I interned at Winthrop University in the Counseling Services department where I worked with college students addressing their mental health concerns. Since graduating, most of my career has been in private practice working with a wide variety of clients.
I am looking forward to being back on a college campus helping lifelong learners work through mental health concerns. I am ready to assist you in your journey and am available to schedule appointments, on any HGTC campus or virtually, Monday-Thursday from 8am to 3pm. I am so excited to join the HGTC community!
Mindful Moments
Mindful Moments is a monthly newsletter from Counseling Services that highlights resources, provides information about upcoming events, and spotlights mental health organizations in our community. Mindful Moments also shares universal coping strategies that promote a positive state of mind and overall wellbeing that everyone can incorporate into their daily lives. Check out this month’s addition of Mindful Moments here.
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Contact Us
Contact us by email at counseling@hgtc.edu.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about the counseling services available at HGTC.
Crisis/911
If you or someone you know is considering harm to themselves or someone else, please dial 911 immediately. Otherwise, click here for 24/7 resources.
Community Resources
Resources available for you within the Local Community.
Self Help Resources
Self Help & Mindfulness Resources. Creative outlets for challenging times.