The Personal Growth Centre at Government Engineering College, Barton Hill, is committed to fostering emotional well-being, self-awareness, and resilience among students and faculty. It serves as a safe and inclusive space that encourages open conversations around mental health and personal development. As part of our ongoing efforts to promote holistic growth, the college, in collaboration with Let’s Live, a youth-led mental health NGO based in Trivandrum, has initiated the #Unfiltered – Mental Health Campus Outreach Programme under the broader project “Cultivating Resilience.”

Counselling Support

To provide continuous emotional and psychological support, the college has appointed a visiting counsellor, Ms. Sreelekshmi M. S., who offers one-on-one counselling sessions on all Wednesdays (rescheduled in case of holidays or exams). Students can request appointments through a Google form circulated in their class groups. Typically, 4–5 students are counselled each week, ensuring personal attention and confidentiality. Joined from 7/8/25 as visiting councillor on all Wednesdays (day changes in case of holidays or exam days). As per  Council minutes 8.7.25 & Appointment order Counsellor no GECBH/567/2025-E2 dt .04-08- 2025. 4-5 students counselled each day as per request posted through Google form circulated in class groups.

Looking Ahead

The Personal Growth Centre envisions building a mentally healthier, more resilient campus where every student feels heard, supported, and empowered. Through collaborative initiatives like #Unfiltered and ongoing counselling services, the Centre continues to cultivate empathy, awareness, and strength — one conversation at a time.