Welcome to the Counseling and Accessibility Office (CAO), your student support cornerstone at USEK! We are committed to tailoring our services to ensure that you thrive on your academic path. Our goal is to foster a welcoming, inclusive environment, setting the standard for inclusion and diversity in student care. Together, let us build a space where you feel empowered and valued. Your journey starts here, and we are honored to be part of it!

The Counseling and Accessibility Office (CAO) encompasses the Counseling Services Unit (CSU) and the Accessibility Services Unit (ASU). The CAO’s main goal is to optimize the support available to our students, following USEK’s commitment to the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion. This involves addressing mental health conditions and accommodating individuals with diverse abilities, as well as offering educational support.

The CAO Team

Mission

The Counseling and Accessibility Office (CAO) encompasses the Counseling Services Unit (CSU) and the Accessibility Services Unit (ASU) to provide comprehensive support to students. Our mission is to meet student needs, focusing on mental health, accessibility, and educational support. Grounded in USEK’s values of equity, diversity, and inclusion, we aim to cultivate a supportive environment for every student’s well-being and success.  

Vision

The CAO is a hub for holistic student support at USEK, fostering an inclusive community that prioritizes mental health, celebrates diversity, and ensures equitable access to educational resources. Through continuous improvement, we aspire to set a standard for excellence in equity and inclusivity within student services.

The Counseling Services Unit (CSU) offers:

• Live and online confidential individual counseling and psychological support sessions.
• Crisis intervention and orientation.
• Psychiatrist/psychotherapist referral and care.
• An environment promoting equality and inclusiveness.
• Academic accommodation.
• Awareness campaigns, training, workshops, psychoeducation activities, and prevention programs.

The Accessibility Services Unit (ASU) offers:

• Extensive intervention for enhanced academic guidance.
• Implementation of detailed academic progress tracking.
• Educational and academic support.
• Educational training/lectures and awareness-raising events.
• Specialist referral and care.
• Academic, physical, transportation, workplace, communication and housing accommodations.
• Collaboration with different USEK units to achieve shared goals effectively.

		Peggy Maalouf Director of the Counseling and Accessibility Office peggymaalouf@usek.edu.lb  Tel.: +961 9 600 196
		Emilia Chawa Head of the Counseling Services Unit emiliachawa@usek.edu.lb Tel.: +961 9 600791
		Nicole Samaha Counselor at  the Counseling Services Unit nicole.samaha@usek.edu.lb Tel.: +961 9 600 790
		Leatitia Chobok Counselor at the Counseling Services Unit leatitia.chobok@usek.edu.lb Tel.: +961 9 600 795
		Ghady Bou Yakzan Counselor at the Counseling Services Unit ghady.bouyakzan@usek.edu.lb Tel.: +961 9 600 793
		Layla Al Hoyek Coordinator at the Accessibility Services Unit layla.alhoyek@usek.edu.lb

Accessibility Services Unit: students.access@usek.du.lb
Counseling Services Unit: students.counseling@usek.edu.lb
Counseling and Accessibility Office : students.cao@usek.edu.lb

Welcome to the Counseling and Accessibility Office (CAO) at USEK! We are here to support you on your successful academic journey. 

Counseling Services Unit

Welcome to the Counseling Services Unit at USEK, where your mental health and well-being are our top priorities. Here, we dispel stigmas and offer psychological support to help you thrive. University life can be challenging, so you can count on our team of certified professionals to offer confidential counseling tailored to your unique needs. Our counselors foster a welcoming and supportive atmosphere on campus, encouraging you to seek help whenever you need it. Feel free to discuss your challenges in a safe space on your USEK journey!





Accessibility Services Unit

Welcome to the Accessibility Services Unit, your dedicated space for inclusivity and equity. Our mission? Education for all! We are here to support students with special needs, ensuring they excel in their studies and campus life. We offer tailored accommodations to ensure everyone thrives, providing tools and support to make education accessible to all. No matter the challenge, we are committed to creating an environment where every student feels empowered to succeed. Do not hesitate to contact us to support you in your educational experience at USEK.