Eastern Michigan University

Group Therapy and Workshops

CAPS offers a variety of groups and workshops during the Fall and Winter Semesters.  In the Fall Semester of 2013 we will be offering the following groups.  Please contact the clinic for start dates and to see if you need to schedule an appointment for an intake before beginning group.

Coming Out/Being Out

Wednesdays, 5:00-6:30 (Start date to be determined)

Coming out is a lifelong, continuous process. This group welcomes gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning people to come together and discuss issues regarding coming out, being out, sexuality, identity and other topics. 

Soul Speak

Tuesdays at noon (Start date to be determined)

If you are a woman of color this group will help you connect with others who share unique struggles while at EMU. It offers a safe, supportive, and encouraging space to learn more about yourself and be empowered.

Peaceful Minds

Thursdays, 3:00-4:30 (Start date to be determined)

If you are struggling with stress and anxiety this group is for you.  Learn about the practice of mindfulness meditation to improve concentration and focus, increase the ability to relax and improve self-esteem.

Beating the Blues: Depression Support and Skills

Wednesdays, 2:00-3:30 (Start date to be determined)

This group provides a safe space to connect with others and learn practical skills to deal with your depression and help you feel better.

Understanding Self and Others

Fridays, 1:00-2:30 (Start date to be determined)

The group is often the treatment of choice for students who want to understand themselves better, feel more confident, and develop healthier relationships with friends, family, or significant others. Group members learn to effectively give and receive feedback to others in a safe, non-judgmental environment.

Feeling Better 101

(Date and time to be determined)

Feeling Better 101 is a three-part workshop for EMU students offered by EMU Counseling and Psychological Services. This workshop is designed to teach skills to help you cope with stress and improve your mood.

 

For more information about groups at CAPS, please call 734-487-1118.