International Peer-Counselling Organisation - IPCO

International Peer-Counselling Organisation - IPCO IPCO is a volunteer student organisation that aims to improve mental health in the student population at ELTE University of Budapest.

IPCO offers international students the opportunity to talk to trained peers in a safe environment.

Procrastination is rarely about time management. More often, it’s about the thoughts that quietly shape avoidance: “I’ll...
17/04/2026

Procrastination is rarely about time management. More often, it’s about the thoughts that quietly shape avoidance: “I’ll fail,” “It’s too much,” “I need to feel ready first.”

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on this exact loop—how thoughts, emotions, and behaviors reinforce each other. When we learn to identify and challenge unhelpful thinking patterns, we can slowly interrupt the cycle that keeps us stuck.

CBT doesn’t aim for perfect thinking. It aims for more flexible thinking—thoughts that make action possible, even when motivation is low.

Progress often begins not with doing more, but with thinking differently about what “doing” even means.

What is IPCO?
International Peer-Counselling Organisation (IPCO) was established by psychology students pursuing their MA in Clinical & Health Psychology and Educational & Counseling Psychology.

We aim to improve students’ mental health by offering free peer-support services to all international students of ELTE.

If you need professional help due to a diagnosis or major mental health challenge, please reach out to the ELTE Counselling Center.

Füge Udvar — a fun, student-friendly courtyard known for games, billiards, and a relaxed vibe that makes it easy to hang...
12/04/2026

Füge Udvar — a fun, student-friendly courtyard known for games, billiards, and a relaxed vibe that makes it easy to hang out and meet people 🎱✨

https://maps.app.goo.gl/2tXsNTpmwpVAgNyLA?g_st=ic

Szimpla Kert — an iconic, artsy ruin space where students and internationals gather, explore, and socialize in a unique setting 🎨🌿

https://maps.app.goo.gl/vHSSNDsiCupq2GSF8?g_st=ic

Gozsdu Udvar — a lively passage filled with lights, restaurants, and constant movement, making it a perfect spot for meeting new people and enjoying the city’s social energy 🌃✨

https://maps.app.goo.gl/Xyv7mWmXDjUp56dX9?g_st=ic

What is IPCO?
International Peer-Counselling Organisation (IPCO), established by psychology students undergoing their MA degree in Clinical and Health Psychology & Educational and Counseling Psychology.
We aspire to improve students’ mental health by offering free peer-support services to all international students of ELTE.
If you need professional help due to your diagnosis or any major mental health challenge you are experiencing don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Counselling Center of ELTE for help and assistance

What is IPCO?International Peer-Counselling Organisation (IPCO), established by psychology students undergoing their MA ...
27/03/2026

What is IPCO?
International Peer-Counselling Organisation (IPCO), established by psychology students undergoing their MA degree in Clinical and Health Psychology & Educational and Counseling Psychology.
We aspire to improve students’ mental health by offering free peer-support services to all international students of ELTE.
If you need professional help due to your diagnosis or any major mental health challenge you are experiencing don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Counselling Center of ELTE for help and assistance

🧚🏼‍♀️🌱 We encourage you to discover new places as the spring is opening our windows! Traveling within Hungary is very af...
21/03/2026

🧚🏼‍♀️🌱 We encourage you to discover new places as the spring is opening our windows!
Traveling within Hungary is very affordable, so take your things and explore it. 🚞

Happy International Women’s Day.🌷To the women who carry entire worlds within them — strength and tenderness, courage and...
08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day.🌷

To the women who carry entire worlds within them — strength and tenderness, courage and doubt, fire and grace.
May we keep building spaces where women are heard, respected, and free to become everything they are meant to be.

What is IPCO?
International Peer-Counselling Organisation (IPCO) was established by psychology students pursuing their MA in Clinical & Health Psychology and Educational & Counseling Psychology.

We aim to improve students’ mental health by offering free peer-support services to all international students of ELTE.

If you need professional help due to a diagnosis or major mental health challenge, please reach out to the ELTE Counselling Center.

⏰✨ APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED! ✨⏰Good news! 💙The application deadline to become an IPCO member has been extended unti...
02/03/2026

⏰✨ APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED! ✨⏰
Good news! 💙
The application deadline to become an IPCO member has been extended until March 8th, 23:59.
If you were thinking about applying but needed a little more time — this is your sign. 🌱
🌍 Why Join IPCO?
IPCO is a voluntary, independent student organization of International Psychology MA students at ELTE.
We provide peer support, workshops, and psychoeducational content to help students feel heard, supported, and empowered.
By joining, you can:
✨ Gain hands-on experience in peer support
✨ Develop communication & group facilitation skills
✨ Work in a supportive, like-minded community
✨ Receive supervision & professional guidance
✨ Strengthen your CV with meaningful university experience
📝 How to Apply
It’s simple!
Fill out the application form before March 8th, 23:59.
Don’t wait until the last minute 😉
If you’re passionate about mental health, peer support, and student well-being — we would love to hear from you.

Uni stress? Thesis brain? Emotional overload?Movement is one of the most powerful (and underrated) mental health tools w...
19/02/2026

Uni stress? Thesis brain? Emotional overload?

Movement is one of the most powerful (and underrated) mental health tools we have. It reduces anxiety, improves sleep, boosts focus, and helps regulate your mood 🧠✨

If you're in Budapest, here are some student-friendly options:

🏃‍♀️ Running & Outdoor Movement
• Running Latte – A social running club in Budapest that combines movement + community. Great if you need motivation and new connections.
• Városliget (City Park) – Open green space near Heroes’ Square, perfect for light runs, structured workouts, or long mental-health walks.

🏋️‍♀️ Gyms (Affordable + Central)
• 4% Fitness GYM – Ráday u. 16, 1092 (near Kálvin tér)
• Nr1 Fitness Kálvin 24/7 – Kecskeméti u. 14, 1053

(Ask about student/ISIC discounts!)

🧘‍♀️ Yoga for Anxiety & Grounding
• THE YOGA Downtown – Báthory utca 20, 1054
• Bindusar Yoga Studio – Jókai tér 3, 1061

You don’t need intense workouts — just consistency. Even 30 minutes a few times a week can genuinely shift your mental state 💛

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What is IPCO?
International Peer-Counselling Organisation (IPCO) was established by psychology students pursuing their MA in Clinical & Health Psychology and Educational & Counseling Psychology.

We aim to improve students’ mental health by offering free peer-support services to all international students of ELTE.

If you need professional help due to a diagnosis or major mental health challenge, please reach out to the ELTE Counselling Center.

What is IPCO?International Peer-Counselling Organisation (IPCO), established by psychology students undergoing their MA ...
09/02/2026

What is IPCO?
International Peer-Counselling Organisation (IPCO), established by psychology students undergoing their MA degree in Clinical and Health Psychology & Educational and Counseling Psychology.
We aspire to improve students’ mental health by offering free peer-support services to all international students of ELTE.
If you need professional help due to your diagnosis or any major mental health challenge you are experiencing don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Counselling Center of ELTE for help and assistance

🥳 During orientation week, we introduced IPCO to university students and shared our plans for this semester. Thank you s...
06/02/2026

🥳 During orientation week, we introduced IPCO to university students and shared our plans for this semester. Thank you so much to everyone who joined us!

If you’d like to have an individual meeting this term, feel free to reach out via the link in our description. Also stay tuned for upcoming workshops!

How to Get Your Motivation Back After Winter Exams ❄️📚Why motivation drops 😴After exams, motivation often decreases beca...
31/01/2026

How to Get Your Motivation Back After Winter Exams ❄️📚

Why motivation drops 😴
After exams, motivation often decreases because:
🧠 Mental resources are depleted
⚡ Stress hormones decline
🕰️ Daily structure disappears

This is a natural recovery phase — not laziness or failure ✅

How motivation works 🔄
Motivation is rarely the starting point. It usually appears after action. Waiting to “feel motivated” can keep you stuck ⏳
🚀 Small steps help activate motivation

What helps most 🛠️
Rebuild motivation by restoring basic structure:
🛌 Consistent sleep
📅 Predictable routines
✏️ Breaking tasks into small, clear steps

Focus on energy regulation rather than just productivity:
☀️ Daylight exposure
🏃‍♀️ Movement
🧘 Rest

You don’t need a perfect restart for the new semester. Motivation returns gradually through small, repeated actions 💫
If it feels unusually difficult, seeking support is a strength, not a weakness 🤝💛

What is IPCO?
International Peer-Counselling Organisation (IPCO) was established by psychology students pursuing their MA in Clinical & Health Psychology and Educational & Counseling Psychology.

We aim to improve students’ mental health by offering free peer-support services to all international students of ELTE.

If you need professional help due to a diagnosis or major mental health challenge, don’t hesitate to reach out to the Counselling Center of ELTE for assistance 🧡

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