Consider the advantages of Group Counseling - a powerful way to resolve
specific concerns, improve relationships, and gain support from others.
Issues commonly addressed vary from depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, issues of family conflict or abuse, etc. Students who want to resolve specific concerns as well as those seeking personal growth are welcome. This can be a good time to get peers' perspectives on various issues, and to recognize that you are not alone.
Five different group times:
| Mondays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. | Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. | Tuesdays 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.* |
| Wednesdays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.** | Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. | Thursdays 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. |
| Fridays 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | ||
Mindfulness involves stepping out of auto-pilot reactions and learning to pay more attention to our present experiences. Activities in this group will help participants cultivate a mindful approach to their lives, which can decrease stress, create emotional balance, and allow a person to take actions more in line with their values.
Mondays 3:30 - 4:45 p.m.
This group will offer participants a non-judgmental space to incorporate art-making into their personal growth and healing processes. We will use a variety of arts modalities to explore how our creativity can help us cope. As with other Understanding Self and Others groups, issues and concerns addressed will vary. No artistic experience required!
Wednesdays 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
This group is designed for those who have experienced traumatic events in their lives or who come from backgrounds in which they did not feel safe. Members will learn how their past experiences and their biology are affecting their lives now. More importantly, they will learn what to do about it! Members will learn important insights about their patterns in relationships and skills to better manage their emotions and relationships.
Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
This group is similar to the Understanding Self and Others group in that a variety of issues will be explored in a safe and supportive environment. Some of the issues will be unique to gender-variant students. Goals of the group include: reducing isolation, finding support and making changes. (Contact Kati Connelly for more information: (828) 262-3180 or connellyke@appstate.edu)
Time and Day of the week to be determined
This group will present a unique opportunity for lesbian, gay, and bisexual individuals to explore life challenges. It will provide a safe environment in which to address a variety of issues (e.g., coming out, spirituality, family relationships, depression, self-esteem, abuse, etc.). Goals of the group include: reducing isolation, finding support and making changes.
Thursdays 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.
This group is designed for students who use food and/or exercise to cope in ways that would be considered "unhealthy". Through support and exploration of our personal selves, we will focus on the development of more positive coping skills and learn to better manage the underlying issues that often trigger such negative behaviors.
Thursdays 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
To get started with a Counseling Center group, come to the Counseling Center
during Initial Consultation hours, or call (828) 262-3180 for more information.
If you are interested in group but these times do not work for you,
please get in touch with Ally Matt at 262-3180 or mattar@appstate.edu.
The Counseling Center offers after-hours emergency coverage for urgent mental health concerns such as suicidal thoughts, sexual assault, and other trauma. Call the Counseling Center at (828)262-3180 and select the option to speak with the counselor on-call.
For additional resources see our Emergency Services page.
