Category: Messages to Students, Messages to the Community

Title: Spring 2023 Counseling/Mental Health Groups & Workshops

Spring 2023 Groups & Workshops

The Office of Counseling & Psychiatric Service (CAPS) offers a range of groups and workshops to support students’ wellness. Unless otherwise stated, group days, times, and formats (virtual or in-person) will be determined by group facilitators after meeting with interested participants. It is recommended that you reach out to register earlier than later – some groups fill up fast, while others remain open to new registrants throughout the semester.

CAPS Groups | CAPS Workshops

Every Hoya Cares

For additional information on mental health and wellbeing resources on campus, including HoyaWell virtual counseling options, visit the Every Hoya Cares website.

General Groups
Open to both undergraduate and graduate students on all Georgetown campuses, including the Main Campus, Law School, and Medical Center.

Note: These groups are open to all Georgetown students regardless of race, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected under University policy.

Mosaic
Facilitators: Steven Nicholson, LICSW and Brandon Tramble, M.Ed.

This group is designed for Black Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) -identifying students to cultivate strength through solidarity and connection. Mosaic provides a place for group members to discuss issues unique to their experience at a predominantly white institution (PWI), including academic stress, relationships, race/ethnicity related stress, navigating cultural expectations, values exploration, family dynamics, identity development, building resilience, self-care and community care, among other topics.

To register, please email: sn816@georgetown.edu

Coping with Loss
Facilitators: Amy Sproul, Psy.D., Feng Xing, M.S., and Lauren Schultz, B.S.

This group is designed for students who have experienced the loss of a family member, loved one, or acquaintance, recently or unresolved from the past. It is designed to provide a confidential and supportive place to express and process feelings around coping with major losses and to provide support for adapting to new ways to build meaning after loss.

To register, please email: ags111@georgetown.edu

International Student Group
Facilitator: Nisha Molugu, Psy.D.

This group is designed to provide a safe environment for international students to engage in self-reflection and exploration of interpersonal style in areas such as trust, intimacy, anger, assertiveness, taking risks and dealing with authority.

To register, please email: nm1035@georgetown.edu

Interpersonal Mindfulness
Facilitators: John Loughlin-Presnal, Ph.D. 

This group is designed for students who are interested in using mindfulness to increase self-acceptance and relate more comfortably to others. Sample topics include working with social anxiety, self-critical thoughts, mindful communication, and present-centered awareness. Prior experience with mindfulness or meditation is welcome, but not a requirement for participation in this group.

To register, please email: John.LoughlinPresnal@georgetown.edu

Connecting to Heal
Facilitators: Steven Nicholson, LICSW and Chao Song, Ph.D.

This group is designed for students seeking support in healing from traumatic experiences. The group aims to be a safe and supportive space that promotes self-exploration, acceptance and opportunities for connection. Group sessions will incorporate education around trauma and its impact, opportunities for processing, and an introduction to healthy ways of coping including self-compassion and mindfulness practices.

To register, please email: sn816@georgetown.edu

LGBTQIAP+ Support Group
Facilitator: Helen Rathbun, Psy.D.

This group is designed for students who identify within the LGBTQIAP+ community. The group aims to provide a safe and confidential place for those looking to discuss topics like identity development, coming out, relationships, family dynamics, academic life and community/university concerns unique to LGBTQIAP+ students. It is also a place to gain support, give support and generally share in community with other LGBTQIAP+ folks.

To register, please email: hdr12@georgetown.edu.

Understanding Self and Others Groups

  • Undergraduate Student Group (in-person)
    Facilitators: Jasmine Kaleka, Psy.D. and Sarhand Hasan, M.S.
  • Graduate Student Group (virtual)
    Facilitators: Engin Ontiveros, Ph.D.

These insight-oriented groups provide a safe environment for exploring yourself and interpersonal style in areas such as trust, intimacy, anger, assertiveness, taking risks, and dealing with authority.

To register – Undergraduate students, please email: jkk77@georgetown.edu; Graduate students, please email: ee270@georgetown.edu

Law School Groups
Open to students enrolled at the Georgetown University Law Center.

Interpersonal Mindfulness
Facilitators: Lauren DePompeo, Ph.D. and Amy Sproul, Psy.D.

This group is designed for law students who are interested in using mindfulness to increase self-acceptance and relate more comfortably to others. Sample topics include working with social anxiety, self-critical thoughts, mindful communication and present-centered awareness. Prior experience with mindfulness or meditation is welcome, but not a requirement for participation in this group.

To register, please email: lrd52@georgetown.edu

GUMC Groups
Open to students enrolled at the Georgetown University Medical Center.

Care for the Caregivers Process Group
Facilitator: Jade Sanders, Ph.D.

This group is designed for 3rd and 4th year students in the School of Medicine. It meets once a month in the evening and is designed to provide a safe space for students to process their experiences on clinical rotations. This space will also allow students to support and validate one another as they grow as clinicians.

To register, please email: js5048@georgetown.edu

The Elephant in the Room: Process Group for Biomedical Graduate Education Students
Facilitator: Jade Sanders, Ph.D.

This group is designed for students who are underrepresented in their fields. The group will serve as an outlet to process any emotions and difficulties that may arise in the education journey, such as feelings of imposter syndrome, isolation and career dissatisfaction. This space will also allow students to support and validate one another as peers.

To register, please email: js5048@georgetown.edu

Workshops
Please note: All CAPS workshops will be held in-person at the Main Campus CAPS office, located in Darnall Hall. These are all single-session, drop-in meetings – you do not need to attend on all dates and registration is not required! For more information, please email: jl2584@georgetown.edu.

Anxiety Toolbox
Dates/Times: Tuesday, March 14 (3 p.m); Thursday, Apr. 6 (11 a.m.); Tuesday, Apr. 11 (3 p.m.)
Location: CAPS office, Main Campus

This workshop focuses on helping you understand anxiety symptoms and build skills to manage these symptoms. Sample topics include: understanding anxiety, unhelpful thinking styles and recognizing anxiety triggers.

Mindful Mood Management
Dates/Times: Thursday, Mar. 16 (11 a.m.); Tuesday, Mar. 21 (3 p.m.); Thursday, Apr. 13 (11 a.m.); Tuesday, Apr. 18 (3 p.m.)
Location: CAPS office, Main Campus

This workshop offers skills to handle stress, navigate difficult emotions, and cultivate self-reflection. Participants will engage in guided, experiential exercises, with an emphasis on mindfulness and distress tolerance. Prior experience with mindfulness or meditation is welcome, but not a requirement for participation.

Depression Toolbox
Dates/Times: Thursday, Mar. 23 (11 a.m.); Tuesday, Mar. 28 (3 p.m.); Thursday, Apr. 20 (11 a.m.); Tuesday, Apr. 25 (3 p.m.)
Location: CAPS office, Main Campus

This workshop is designed to help you understand depressive symptoms and build skills to manage these symptoms. Sample topics include: understanding depression, unhelpful thinking styles and managing mood.

Stress Management Toolbox
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Dates/Times: Thursday, Mar. 30 (11 a.m.); Tuesday, Apr. 4 (3 p.m.); Thursday, Apr. 27 (11 a.m.)
Location: CAPS office, Main Campus

This workshop focuses on understanding stress reactions and building skills to manage these symptoms. Sample topics include: perfectionism, sleep and mindfulness and self-care.