To help everyone at the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics in Ljubljana to feel as psychologically healthy as possible, we offer various forms of assistance and support to our students and staff.
Psychosocial Counseling Service
The Psychosocial Counseling Service is available to all students and staff who need support in addressing everyday problems or who are experiencing distress. You can also seek counseling if you: need advice on your studies, work, independence, or life in general, if you are dealing with painful experiences or past losses, if you are struggling with motivation and achieving your goals, or if you wish to improve your communication and interpersonal relationships. You can also simply have a conversation about yourself and receive feedback if you're curious.
The service is not limited to specialist counseling but also offers a forum for the discussion of everyday questions and thoughts. Conversations take place in a calm, confidential setting with a dedicated professional, ensuring anonymity and discretion.
Locations and Counselors
The counseling service operates at the following locations:
- Faculty of Mathematics and Physics (Tuesdays from 12:00 to 14:00, Room 519 at J21)
- Faculty of Education (by appointment, Room 405)
- Academy of Theatre, Radio, Film, and Television (by appointment, Room 508)
- Student Dormitory Rožna Dolina (by appointment, Dorm VI)
- Faculty of Health Sciences (Thursdays from 12:00 to 14:00, 4th floor common room)
Counselors at the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics: Saša Jakin, Mija Marija Klemenčič Rozman, Ema Špan, Matej Vajda in Tina Zupančič.
Counselors at other locations:
Katja Čibašek (at: Faculty of Health Sciences, Faculty of Education)
Barbara Horvat Rauter (at: Faculty of Education)
Saša Jakin (at: Student Dormitory Rožna Dolina)
Alenka Kobolt (at: Academy of Theatre, Radio, Film, and Television, Faculty of Education)
Tadeja Kodele (at: Faculty of Education)
Mija Marija Klemenčič Rozman (at: Faculty of Education)
Sebastian Krawczyk (at: Faculty of Health Sciences, Academy of Theatre, Radio, Film, and Television, Faculty of Education)
Nina Mešl (at: Faculty of Education)
Brina Ornik (at: Faculty of Education, Academy of Theatre, Radio, Film, and Television)
Julija Pelc (at: Faculty of Health Sciences, Academy of Theatre, Radio, Film, and Television)
Simona Prosen (at: Faculty of Education)
Ema Špan (at: Student Dormitory Rožna Dolina, Faculty of Education)
Ana Šutar (at: Faculty of Health Sciences, Academy of Theatre, Radio, Film, and Television)
Tina Zupančič (at: Student Dormitory Rožna Dolina)
How to Schedule an Appointment
Choose the location that is most convenient for you and a counselor with whom you do not have any other type of relationship (academic, familial, etc.). Contact them via email to arrange a suitable time. Alternatively, you can visit during the service hours, but this is not recommended as the counselor might not be available, and you may need to rearrange the appointment.
If you are unable to attend a scheduled session, notify the counselor a few days in advance so that the time can be offered to someone else. If you're unable to attend in person, for health reasons or due to university closure, you can arrange online counseling via Skype, Zoom, or similar platforms.
Please make arrangements with one consultant only, with whom you should agree the date and time, type and conditions of the consultation in advance via email.
In Case of Severe Distress
If you are in serious distress, please contact emergency medical services at 112, the Crisis Intervention Unit in Ljubljana (Grablovičeva 44a, phone: (01) 5874 922), or the Outpatient Psychiatry Center (Njegoševa 4, Ljubljana, phone: (01) 4750 685).
Confidential Persons for Dignity Protection
The University of Ljubljana is committed to zero tolerance for all forms of violence, harassment, and bullying. A network of confidential advisors is in place across its faculties to provide students and staff with a safe space to discuss any behaviour that infringes upon your dignity or creates a hostile environment. They will inform you about your rights and possible next steps.
At the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics, the confidential advisors are: Prof. Dr. Irena Drevenšek Olenik, asist. dr. Jure Kališnik and Mojca Slapničar.
The measures for protecting dignity are outlined in the University's Regulations on Dignity Protection for Staff and Students.
LGBT Support
The Faculty of Mathematics and Physics is the first member of the University of Ljubljana to be certified as LGBT-friendly. If you are an LGBT individual with suggestions or questions, or if you need support regarding coming out, family issues, or if you experience or witness inappropriate behavior or violence, you can contact the LGBT coordinator, Prof. Dr. Matjaž Konvalinka.
Student Ombudsman
The Student Ombudsman's Office is a university body dedicated to upholding the principles of equality, inclusion, dignity, respect, and student rights. It serves as a mediator between the academic environment and broader society, promoting a culture of open and respectful diversity. The office supports both students and staff in creating an inclusive study environment, adapting the study process, and addressing personal circumstances.
The office works with the Student Questions Committee and the Psychosocial Counseling Service.
The Student Ombudsman is Dr. Milena Košak Babuder.
Office hours: By appointment.
