Groups & Workshops
Student Counseling Services offers an inclusive and innovative environment for students to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with others experiencing similar life events through group counseling and workshops. This allows students to become engaged with one another and address their overall health and wellness, aiding their lifelong development as individuals as they integrate into their respective communities.
Group counseling is a unique opportunity available to students in need of a supportive, safe environment. Groups often cultivate "me too" moments as students share, relate, and increase awareness. Group sessions meet for 45-minutes and oftentimes have 5-12 students participating with 1-2 group leaders.
“I will be forced to tell all of my deepest thoughts and feelings to others.”
You control what, how much, and when you share. Most individuals find that they feel safe enough to share their concerns with the group, and the group setting can be very helpful and affirming. Share what you are ready to share and listen to others as some of what they say might apply to you.
“This will take longer than individual counseling because I will have to share my time with others.”
Group counseling and workshops can often be more efficient than individual counseling. As a participant, you can benefit from others even during sessions when you say little if you listen carefully. You may find that you have a lot in common with other students, and as they work on a concern, you will learn more about yourself and can apply that information to your own situation.
“I have difficulty talking to people, I’ll never be able to share with others.”
Most individuals are anxious about the idea of sharing their thoughts and feelings with others, but within a few sessions, most participants find that they do feel comfortable talking in the group. Becoming comfortable speaking with others in a safe setting may help your relationships with others and benefit other aspects of your life as well.
“Group counseling is second-best to individual counseling.”
If a group referral is provided, it is because the clinician believes that it is an effective method to address your concerns. Not everyone is appropriate for group treatment. There are numerous presenting concerns that are more effectively addressed in group work than individual counseling.
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GROUP RULES
- What is said in group, stays in group.
- Be respectful & listen.
- Speak up with "oops" or "ouch" to reduce miscommunication.
- Participate (but know that you can always pass).
- No technology (unless approved for an activity/accommodation).