Group Counseling

"The tools I learned and the conversations or insights from other students made me feel less alone."

"I knew that one hour of my day was going to be me learning how to better myself."

"I liked that I got to make new friends and see other people going through the same thing as me."

"I thought I was the only one facing these problems, so it's nice to talk with others."

Any currently registered student may consider joining any counseling group. Some groups may focus on specific experiences or identities; others require a consultation conversation with a counselor to ensure that the group is a good fit. Please talk with a counselor if you have questions about which group is right for you.

To register for any group, students can go to https://health.csueastbay.edu, call (510) 885-3735, email shcscounseling@csueastbay.edu, or talk with a counselor. A facilitator will call you to discuss the group and answer any questions before your registration is confirmed.

To participate in a group session once confirmed, students can go to https://health.csueastbay.edu at the time of their appointment to get the link.

To access handouts and materials from group sessions, visit our Counseling Group Handouts webpage.

Group Details

**Groups for Fall 2026**

_{(Light snacks are provided for all in-person groups.)}
Title	Description	Details
Making Meaning: Spirituality and Mental Health	Curious about how spirituality, purpose, beliefs, and mental health connect? Join this 4-week workshop to explore how your worldview shapes the way you cope, grow, and navigate life. Through open conversation and shared reflection, you’ll connect with others in a supportive, judgment-free space. All spiritual, religious, and humanist perspectives are welcome. ✨ Lunch provided. Limited to 10 participants. Brief consultation required.	Tuesdays at 12pm \| SHCS \| 9/15-10/7 Benedicta (Bunny) Ott, LMFT, LPCC
WEvolve	Evolving into your best self—together. An interpersonal group space for honest conversations, self-discovery, and building better connections. Referral from an individual counselor and consultation with a facilitator is required. Participants are expected to attend all 10 sessions.	Tuesdays, 3:30 pm \| SHCS \| 9/15-11/17 Christina Torres, LMFT, & Erin Harrell, PsyD
RAZA Elevando Together	Five weeks. One powerful community. This group brings together LATIN* Master’s students to share stories, celebrate successes, and support each other through challenges. Space for 8–12—RSVP to save your spot, drop in if space allows. **Light lunch provided.	Wednesdays, 12-1:30pm \| South Union Bayview Room 2015 \| 9/2-9/30 Rosa Mora, Ph.D & Vanessa Varko Fontana, MM
*CALM (Calm Anxiety, Live Mindfully)	Find your calm. Live your moments. In 6 weeks, learn powerful tools to quiet your mind, ease worry, and stay present. This interactive group blends mindfulness, practical coping skills, and peer support to help you feel calmer, clearer, and more in control—one moment at a time.	Wednesdays, 11am \| Zoom \| 9/16-10/21 Rosa Mora, Ph.D & Brooke Lyons-Justus, ACSW
Women of Worth	An 8-week, in-person interactive support group. Join a welcoming space for women and people of marginalized genders to connect, share, and grow together. From anxiety, relationships, confidence, identity, and body image to navigating societal expectations, school, work, and life — no topic is off limits. Come as you are, build community, and leave feeling more supported, empowered, and understood. All are welcome.	Wednesdays, 12 pm \| SHCS \| 9/16-11/4 Kathryn Kirkpatrick, LCSW & Sophie DePillis, LMFT
*Healthy Relationships: Connect Better, Live Better	Level up every connection in your life—from dating and friendships to family dynamics and beyond. This engaging 8-week group is all about what really matters: communication that clicks, dating with clarity, friendships that last, family dynamics that work, boundaries that stick, and conflict without the drama.	Wednesdays, 4pm \| Zoom \| 9/16-11/4 Lorraine Holmes, BA, Confidential Advocate & Maki Itoi, AMFT
*THINK LESS, VIBE MORE: TRAUMA recovery SUPPORT group	Hit pause on overthinking and start feeling better. This 6-week workshop is your space to practice coping skills, understand trauma triggers, and make healthy changes so you can vibe more in your daily life. You’ll get practical tools, real talk, and group support to help you stress less and heal from trauma.	Thursdays, 12pm \| Zoom \| 9/17-10/22 Colleen Arnold, PhD, LMFT & Joymara Coleman, ACSW
Black Diamond Collective (Black women’s support group)	Diamonds, like you, are strong, rare, and multifaceted—meant to shine. Join this 8-week supportive counseling group for Black women at East Bay to explore your shine, share experiences, and build connections. Together, we’ll create a safe space for learning, transformation, and empowerment. All are welcome - but, referrals from an individual counselor and a brief interview with a facilitator is required. Group will prioritize SEAS students and those referred by BSSC.	Thursdays, 3pm \| SEAS \| 9/17-11/5 Naya Gordon, LCSW & Roshawn Campbell, MS
Self-Care Workshops	Counselors are available to run workshops on self-care for interested classes or student groups. These workshops are particularly useful for those in caretaking professions or involved in activism. They can be tailored to any group’s needs and availability. Contact shcscounseling@csueastbay.edu or call (510) 885-3735 for more information.

*Join these groups mid-semester if you need to, but plan to stick around—consistency builds connection.

Group Counseling

Groups for Fall 2026

(Light snacks are provided for all in-person groups.)

_{(Light snacks are provided for all in-person groups.)}