Each semester the Center for Student Mental Health and Well-being offers support and therapy groups on a wide-range of topics. Group therapy can be an effective form of treatment for many for various reasons, including receiving support from others with a similar concern, learning more about the topic of the group through education, helping to feel not alone, and providing support to others in the group.
During the first group, the group members and the facilitator work together to establish group rules to ensure the safety and privacy of the group. We strongly encourage those who participate in a group to be respectful and maintain the group's confidentiality to strengthen the trust among its members, which ultimately strengthens the trust and participation in group therapy. To maximize your benefit, we encourage all group members to actively participate during group sessions.
Check out the group descriptions to find out about the groups and how to participate.
*All groups are currently held via Zoom, unless otherwise stated.
Spring 2022 Groups
Self-Improvement Groups
The Art of Self-Compassion
Tuesdays at 11 a.m.
Are you your own worst critic? Sometimes we are kind to others, but not to ourselves.
Learn how to love yourself even when you don’t do as well as you had hoped. Build
your capacity for resilience and compassion while understanding that you don’t have
to be doing better than everyone else to feel good about yourself. Being more self-compassionate
can lead to greater happiness, higher motivation, better relationships, and less anxiety
and depression. Contact Sarah Woodruff (smwoodru@mtu.edu) for more information.
Stress & Anxiety Management Groups
Anxiety and Stress Management Support Group
Mondays at 10 a.m.
This group focuses on strategies to manage anxiety with specific focus on the cognitive
aspects that contribute to anxiety problems. Contact Crystal McLeod at cpmcleod@mtu.edu for more info.
Support Groups
Graduate Student Support Group
Wednesdays at 3 p.m.
This group will provide support for graduate students. Contact Kerri Gilbertson at
kbmayra@mtu.edu or Anna McClatchy at ajmcclat@mtu.edu for more information.
Grief and Loss Support
Contact Kerri Gilbertson at kbmayra@mtu.edu to request a group assessment
This group is a safe place for individuals to talk and learn how to find a “new normal”
after a death or loss in their life with others who face a similar challenge. Contact
Kerri Gilbertson at kbmayra@mtu.edu for more information.
Specialized Skills Groups
Managing Depression
Tuesdays at 3 p.m.
This is a group intended to provide a supportive environment for students living with
depression. During weekly meetings, students will discuss experiences and facilitate
skill development to help them better manage their depressive symptoms and improve
engagement in academics, interpersonal relationships and self-care. Contact Sarah
Woodruff at smwoodru@mtu.edu for more information.
Reduce Your Use
Wednesdays at 4 p.m.
This group is for students who would like to explore how to feel more in control of
their drug and alcohol use. Gain information and support for making healthier decisions
around certain harmful behaviors or consequences relating to drugs and alcohol. Contact
Lisa Meyer at lmeyer@mtu.edu for more information.
Special Interest Groups
Board Game Group
Fridays from 3 p.m.- 5 p.m.
Library, room 243
Are you worn out at the end of the week and just want to hang out and play a game?
Then this group is for you! We will chill and play strategy-based board games. The
goal is to relax, meet new friends, and have some fun at the end of a long week of
classes. All are welcome! Email Eric Arundel at emarunde@mtu.edu for more information.