USI Guidance, Counseling, and Testing Center

23/09/2026

🎉 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬, 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐂. 𝐏𝐢𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥, 𝐑𝐏𝐌!

The Guidance, Counseling, and Testing Center (GCTC) of Universidad de Sta. Isabel de Naga, Inc. proudly celebrates one of its dedicated Guidance Associates, Francis John C. Pimentel, on successfully passing the 2026 𝘉𝘰𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘓𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘌𝘹𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘗𝘴𝘺𝘤𝘩𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘵𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘢𝘯𝘴 (𝘉𝘓𝘌𝘗𝘗).

This achievement is more than just a professional milestone—it is a testament to your hard work, perseverance, and commitment to continuous growth. While serving and supporting our Isabelino community, you also pursued your own professional dream and took another meaningful step forward in your journey as a helping professional.

Your GCTC family is truly proud to see you earn the title 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐏𝐬𝐲𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧 (𝐑𝐏𝐌). May this achievement inspire you to continue serving with compassion, integrity, and dedication.

Congratulations, Sir Francis John! 💚💛

From your GCTC Family — we are proud of you! ✨

23/09/2026

15/09/2026

PEÑAFRANCIA BREAK | September 16–21, 2026 🌸

The Peñafrancia season gives us a reason to pause—not only from our academic responsibilities, but also from the things that have been occupying our minds and hearts. For some, this break may be a time to go home, spend time with family, meet friends, join the festivities, or simply enjoy a few quiet days. Whatever this break looks like for you, we hope you also find time to check in with yourself.

Sometimes, we become so focused on meeting expectations and getting through each day that we forget to ask ourselves how we are actually doing. A break can give us the space to slow down, breathe, and reflect.

As the Guidance, Counseling and Testing Center, we encourage everyone to use this time not only to recharge, but also to reconnect with yourself. Rest when you need to. Be present with the people who matter. Give yourself permission to pause. And when things feel overwhelming, remember that reaching out for support is always a healthy step.

May this Peñafrancia celebration remind us of the importance of our Vincentian faith, community, gratitude, and hope—and may we return from this break with a renewed sense of purpose and a little more kindness toward ourselves and others.

Take care of yourself. Take care of one another.
Have a meaningful and safe Peñafrancia Break. 💙🌺

𝐕𝐢𝐯𝐚 𝐥𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧! 𝐕𝐢𝐯𝐚 𝐄𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐨 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨! 🙏

15/09/2026

𝐁𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 🌷

In a world where you feel like you're falling behind, remember that life is not a race. You don't have to achieve things at the same time as the others. Just like flowers, we all bloom and flourish in different seasons. We all have our own time to blossom into the person we are becoming.

Sometimes, we become too focused comparing our progress to others and worry about how fast we are moving—that we forget to ask where we are heading. Remember, direction is much more important than speed. Take your time and trust the process. It's okay to move at your own pace. Keep moving forward—even if your progress feels slow or takes longer than you expected.

𝒀𝒐𝒖 𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒃𝒆𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒅. 𝑻𝒂𝒌𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒕𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒍𝒐𝒐𝒎.

AT USI-GCTC, 𝗪𝗘 𝗟𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗡. 𝗪𝗘 𝗚𝗨𝗜𝗗𝗘. 𝗪𝗘 𝗘𝗠𝗣𝗢𝗪𝗘𝗥.

10/09/2026

𝗪𝗢𝗥𝗟𝗗 𝗦𝗨𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗗𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗗𝗔𝗬 2026 | 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑁𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑜𝑛 𝑆𝑢𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑑𝑒

𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗹𝗼𝗻𝗲.

Today, the Guidance, Counseling, and Testing Center joins the global community in observing World Su***de Prevention Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and strengthening our collective commitment to su***de prevention.

The theme “𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑔𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑁𝑎𝑟𝑟𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑣𝑒 𝑜𝑛 𝑆𝑢𝑖𝑐𝑖𝑑𝑒” reminds us that prevention begins when we move from silence and judgment toward understanding, empathy, compassion, and meaningful support. A conversation can be a powerful first step—especially when someone feels overwhelmed, isolated, or unheard.

Let us learn to:
💛 Listen without judgment.
💚 Notice when someone may be struggling.
💛 Reach out and start the conversation.
💚 Encourage professional help when needed.
💛 Create a community where asking for help is met with care, not stigma.

Your feelings are valid. Your life has value. You deserve to be heard, supported, and cared for. Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness—it is a courageous step toward healing and hope.

You do not have to have all the answers. Sometimes, simply being present, listening, and helping someone connect with appropriate support can make a meaningful difference.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a trusted person or a qualified mental health professional. The Guidance, Counseling, and Testing Center is here to provide a safe, confidential, and supportive space to listen and help.

Let us change the narrative. Let us start the conversation. Let us choose compassion, connection, and prevention.

𝗛𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲. 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗶𝘀 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲.

***dePreventionDay
***dePrevention

05/09/2026

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There may be chapters that hurt, pages you never wanted to write, and moments when you felt like the story had nowhere else to go. But your story is not over. Keep writing. There is still so much life left to live. 🤍

04/09/2026

***deawarenessmonth

'PLEASE STAY'

September is Su***de Prevention Month. Let us make space for kindness, understanding, and conversations that help someone choose to keep living.

31/08/2026

We’ve been hearing from parents asking: What can I say or do when my child is going through something distressing in school or in the community?

So we put together this guide with simple, practical reminders ~ from checking in, listening, and staying connected to knowing when to reach out for more help.

👉 Swipe through and keep this guide handy.

𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘂𝗽.

31/08/2026

𝗪𝗛𝗢 𝗜𝗦 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗛𝗘𝗥𝗢? 🇵🇭

National Heroes Day invites us to remember the people whose courage and sacrifice helped shape our country. But it can also be an opportunity to think about the people who have shaped our own lives ~ through kindness, courage, presence, or simply being there when we needed them.

Some psychologists offer an interesting perspective on heroism: extraordinary acts are not the only way people can make a difference. Sometimes, meaningful acts happen in the ordinary moments of everyday life.

This National Heroes Day, take a moment to remember someone who made a difference to you - and consider how you might show up for someone else today.

Swipe through and reflect on everyday heroism. 💙

28/08/2026

“𝑯𝒖𝒘𝒂𝒈 𝒌𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒎𝒂𝒕𝒂𝒌𝒐𝒕. 𝑫𝒊 𝒎𝒐 𝒃𝒂 𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒎, 𝒏𝒂𝒏𝒅𝒊𝒕𝒐 𝒍𝒂𝒏𝒈 𝒂𝒌𝒐 𝒔𝒂 𝒊𝒚𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒂𝒃𝒊.” 🤍

𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐧’𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞.

The Guidance, Counseling, and Testing Center is here to remind you that it is okay to pause, to feel, to ask for help, and to share what you are going through. As your Guidance Associates and Counselors, we are here to listen, understand, and provide a safe and supportive space where you can be yourself without fear of judgment.

But creating a safe environment is not only our responsibility—it is something we can all contribute to. 🌱

Be a good friend. Be someone others can feel safe with.

Let your words bring comfort, not fear. Let your actions show kindness, not harm. Be the person who listens when someone needs to talk and the person who reminds others that their feelings matter.

Sometimes, a simple “Are you okay?”, a listening ear, or a little kindness can make a difference in someone’s day.

Let us build a community where no one is afraid to say what they feel, where asking for help is never a weakness, and where kindness becomes a way of caring for one another.

You are not alone. We are here. You are heard. You are valued. 🤍