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Counselling Assistance Request

A counselling assistance request form is used where the company provides an in-house or empanelled counsellor rather than a full EAP. The employee requests sessions, chooses mode and urgency, and can ask for paid time off for sessions without disclosing personal details to their manager.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

COUNSELLING ASSISTANCE REQUEST

Company:
[Company Name]
Request Date:
[Date]
Confidential Contact:
[HR Name]

This form is seen only by [HR Name] for scheduling. It is not placed in your personnel file. If you need urgent help now, call [Helpline Number].

Your Details

Employee Name
Employee ID
Work Location
Mobile Number
Preferred Language

Session Preference

Counsellor: In-house [Counsellor Name] / Empanelled Partner [Partner Name] / No preference
Mode: In person / Phone / Video
Urgency: Today / This week / Flexible
Preferred Days and Times

Area You Would Like Help With (optional)

  • Stress or anxiety
  • Work-related concerns
  • Personal or family matters
  • Bereavement
  • Prefer to discuss with counsellor

Session Leave

I request [Number] hours of paid time off for each session under leave code [Code]
Dates requested

Reimbursement (external sessions only)

Session DateProfessionalReceipt No.Amount (₹)
[DD/MM/YYYY][Name][Receipt No.][Amount]
[DD/MM/YYYY][Name][Receipt No.][Amount]
Total[Amount]

Consent

I request counselling support and agree that [HR Name] may share my name and contact details with the counsellor only for scheduling. I understand that session content is confidential to the counsellor.

Employee
[Employee Name]
Date: [Date]
Scheduled by
[HR Name]
First Session: [DD/MM/YYYY]

What this template includes

  • Choice of counsellor or empanelled partner
  • Urgency level with a same-day option
  • Mode: in person, phone or video
  • Session leave request worded without details
  • Reimbursement section for approved external sessions
  • Privacy assurance and record-keeping rule

When to use it

  • Companies with a visiting or in-house counsellor at the office or plant
  • When an employee needs session time during working hours
  • After a workplace incident, accident or loss of a colleague
  • When HR arranges reimbursement for sessions with an empanelled professional

How to customise this template

  1. 1Add your counsellor's schedule and room or link
  2. 2Set the number of company-paid sessions
  3. 3Decide the leave code used for sessions in your attendance system
  4. 4Specify who receives the form, ideally a designated HR person only

HR tips

  • Limit access to the request to one trained HR contact
  • Use a neutral leave code so the reason is not visible to the team
  • Provide a crisis helpline on the form itself
  • Do not ask for diagnosis or history; the counsellor will assess

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get leave for a counselling session?+

Many companies allow short paid leave or flexible time for counselling. This form lets you request it without stating the reason to your manager.

Are counselling sessions at work confidential?+

Yes, professional counsellors maintain confidentiality, except where there is a serious risk to safety. HR only coordinates scheduling.

How many counselling sessions does the company pay for?+

It depends on company policy; the form states the number of sessions covered.