Self-Help Videos

The following videos were created by Cal State East Bay counselors to improve student wellness. Please follow along as they lead through the exercises, and use them as many times as you need to.

We will continue to upload new videos, so check back regularly for more content.

Joymara Coleman, ACSW talks a little about maintaining your wellbeing while showing up for social justice causes.

The 5 R's of Self Care, with Adrian Eraslan, LMFT

Tips for your First Counseling Session, with Erin Harrell, Psy.D and Michele Adkins, AMFT.

Grounding 101, with Kathryn Kirkpatrick, LCSW

Respiraction y Visualization, con Mariane Stimbra-Mora, MSW

Deep Breathing, with Mariane Stimbra-Mora, MSW

Staying Connected During the Pandemic, with Kathryn Kirkpatrick, LCSW and CheRonn Ford.

Coming Back to "Normal," with Erin Harrell, Psy.D and Andy Spivack, MSW

Positive Playlist, with Chetina Guadalupe, LMFT, APCC

Coming Out, with Adrian Eraslan, LMFT and Erin Harrell, Psy.D.

This video features Erin Harrell (she/her) and Adrian Eraslan (they/them). Since the time of this recording, Adrian (previously known as Leyla) has changed their name to reflect their gender identity.

Want to hear more? Consider joining the Queer and Questioning Support Group, facilitated by Adrian and Erin. Visit https://health.csueastbay.edu or call (510) 885-3735 to register.

Creating an Emotional Safety Plan, with Erin Harrell, Psy.D and Adrian Eraslan, LMFT.

See also Safety Plan: An Instruction Manual, adapted from an original work by Barbara Stanley and Gregory K. Brown.

Dealing with Microaggressions, with Adrian Eraslan, LMFT and Erin Harrell, Psy.D. This video centers LGBTQ+ students, but the tips may be useful for any marginalized identity.