Study Psychologists

Study psychologists provide special guidance and counselling when other student advisory services have not been of enough help.
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When to contact a study psychologist?

You can book an appointment with a study psychologists if:

  • You are enrolled as a student at the University of Oulu or UniOGS or if you are an exchange student (the services are not available to Open University students).
  • If other student adviser services have not been of enough help.

You can contact a study psychologist if you need help with:

  • Being stuck with your studies or thesis
  • Study skills
  • Procrastination
  • Perfectionism
  • Motivation issues
  • Coping with study related stress
  • Returning to studies after a long break
  • Learning disabilities

Study psychologists: Pauliina Junnikkala, Saara Kuusisto, Hanna-Liisa Kärsämä, Kersti Lantto and study psychologist intern Aino Kärpänniemi.

Appointment booking

The appointment booking for study psychologists is closed from 1 December 2023 to 7 January 2024. The appointment booking will open again on 8 January 2024.

Remote video URL

Group and workshops

You can find more information about Academic Affairs´ groups and workshops on our website.

Participate in Stay Active events! The events are organized by the study psychologist, sports coordinator and career guidance.

  • 31.1.2024 goals and time management
  • 28.2.2024 challenge yourself
  • 24.4.2024 creative madness

Spring workshops:

  • Beat the Procrastination

Other events and activities

Frequently asked questions