The Practical Path of Integrating Peer Psychological Counseling Into College Mental Health Education

Abstract

Mental health education in higher education institutions is transitioning from basic universalization to systematic refinement, as single-service approaches can no longer meet the increasingly complex psychological support needs of student populations. Peer counseling, an intervention method rooted in student agency and characterized by emotional engagement, has gradually become central to educational systems. This article analyzes three key dimensions—organizational development, channel integration, and practical mechanisms—to clarify implementation pathways, expand collaborative education frameworks, and address operational challenges while exploring developmental potential in real-world contexts.