Groups, Support Spaces, & Workshops

Description: For students who struggle with disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image concerns and seek to form a space and community to mindfully explore authenticity and body autonomy.  

Facilitator: Vanessa Fox, LCMHC and Cecilia Gonzalez Barber, LCMHC
Day and Time: Thursdays, 12:30–1:45 p.m. 
Start/Stop Dates: September 10 — November 19
Location: In person, call 336.334.5874 to schedule a screening appointment for this group     

Description: A supportive space to connect over personal experiences and improve emotional and relationship skills.   

Facilitator: Thomas Zigo, LCSW, Randy LaMons, LCMHC
Day and Time: Tuesdays 4–5 p.m.
Start/Stop Dates: September 15 — November 17 
Location: SHS 2^nd Floor, Counseling and Psychological Services

Program is PAUSED but will return in Fall 2026

Description: A Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) program designed to give college students with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) the knowledge and skills necessary for academic, personal, and social success. 

Facilitator: TBD
Day and Time: Check back in January 2027
Start/Stop Dates: TBA
Location: Student Health Services, Room 015

Description: A space to support students as they navigate complex family dynamics, including high conflict or violence in the family, emotionally unavailable caregivers, divorce or loss of a caregiver, and family members facing addiction or other mental health challenges. This group witll focus on practical ways to cope with complicated family dynamics and offer a space to try out new approaches to relationships in a supportive environment.

Facilitator: Vanessa Fox, LCMHC and Sophia Cross, LCMHCA
Day and Time: Mondays 3:30–4:30 p.m.
Start/Stop Dates: September 14 — November 16 
Location: Call 336.334.5874 to schedule a screening appointment for this group

Description: Distance and other learners often face unique challenges — less structure, fewer spontaneous connections, and the pressure to self-motivate constantly. You are invited to join this 1-Hour Virtual Support Group for Distance Learners. This support group will be semi structured, open, and flexible, it will focus on relevant topics for distant learners. All are welcome!  

Facilitator: Cecilia Gonzalez Barber, LCMHC
Day and Time: Wednesdays 3–4 p.m.
Start/Stop Dates: September 9 — November 25
Location: Virtual Click HERE to JOIN

Description: Engage in art-based activity for self-expression, stress reduction and emotional awareness. All art supplies are provided! Free food sponsored by Spartan Dining on 8/27, 9/24, 10/22 & 11/19.

Facilitator: Kristin Norden, LCSW 
Day and Time: Thursdays 3–4:30 p.m.
Start/Stop Dates: August 27 — November 19
Location: Smith Campus Ministry Center Room 214 

Description: Survivor Space is a peer-based support group for survivors of all forms of interpersonal violence. If you have experienced harm by another person in the past, or you are currently experiencing harm by someone you know, this group is designed for you. Survivor Space uses empowered-choice making and community-based support as tools in a survivor’s healing journey. Topics covered in the group can include resilience building, boundary setting, healthy relationships, conflict management, and increasing self-esteem. The topics are driven by participants- we define what healing looks like for us. Drop-ins to this group are welcome. If you have additional questions about Survivor Space, would like to make an accommodations request for this group, or would like to speak with an advocate, please call 336-334-9839 to schedule an intake appointment.   

Facilitator: Bethany Capps
Day and Time: Wednesdays, 4–5 p.m.
Start/Stop Dates: August 26 — November 25
Location: SHS, 2^nd Floor, Counseling & Psychological Services

Description: A place for LGBTQIAP+ people to explore the unique experiences, challenges, and strengths that come along with their identities. This group aims to help people of all gender identities, sexual orientations, and romantic orientations be their authentic selves. 

Facilitator: TBD
Day and Time: Check back in January 2027 
Start/Stop Dates: TBA 
Location:

Description: College life can be stressful, and sometimes it’s hard to know where to start when stress begins to take over. This supportive three-week group will help students better understand how stress shows up in the body, learn practical coping skills, and develop strategies for managing difficult moments. Through discussion, interactive activities, and skill-building exercises, participants will identify tools that work best for them and create a personalized plan for ongoing self-care. In the final session, students will build a 5-4-3-2-1 grounding baggie and practice a guided meditation, leaving with tangible resources they can use to feel more balanced, grounded, and confident in navigating college life. 

Facilitator: Connor Hamilton, PsyD
Dates and Times:
Repeating three series workshop
Mondays, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28 from 12:45–1:45 PM
Thursdays, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15 from 2–3 PM
Fridays, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6 from 3–4 PM
Fridays, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4 from 3–4 PM
Location: SHS, 2nd Floor, Counseling & Psychological Services

Description: Come join a supportive 3-part social workshop for students seeking to build social confidence, improve communication skills, and to create meaningful connections. Areas of focus will include learning how to un-mask, reading social cues, and navigating small and long talk in an authentic, low pressure environment.  

Facilitator: Jerrica Royal, MS, LCMHC     
Day and Time: Tuesday’s 2–3:30pm
Start/Stop Dates: September 22, 29, and October 6 
Location: In person, Call 336-334-5874 to schedule a screening appointment for this group.