A Psychological Counselling Session organized by the Department of Social Sciences and Comparative Studies was successfully held on 20th October 2026 at Sri Maha Mahinda Moolika Pirivena in Anuradhapura. The programme aimed to bridge academic learning with practical experience by providing counselling psychology students with opportunities to develop their counselling skills in a real-world setting.
The session focused on identifying and addressing the psychological challenges faced by Pirivena students while promoting their mental well-being and emotional resilience. Through interactive activities, peer engagement, and guided psychological support, the programme provided a supportive environment for monastic students while enhancing the practical competencies of the participating counselling psychology students.
The session was conducted by Ven. Ambepusse Anomadassi, Parivenadhipathi of Sri Maha Mahinda Moolika Pirivena, and coordinated by Senior Lecturer Ven. Muwapetigewela Hemaloka and Lecturer Ethiliwewe Deepananda.
