Graduate Men’s Support Group

This weekly support group is offered for students who self-identify as male grad students and wish to come together to discuss the challenges of being a grad student and/or any other topics for which they are seeking support. Common themes within the group include (but are not limited to) ways to deal with the hurdles & hassles of school, find ways to connect with others, discuss relationship issues, and consider ways to manage stress & live a balanced life as a Berkeley student. Students who join the group are welcome to return semester-after-semester.

This group requires a brief pre-group meeting with the group facilitator before joining. We accept new group members on an ongoing basis, and students may join after the start date.

Spring 2025

Friday: Weekly, 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM (January 24 - May 9);

Location: 3220 Tang

Facilitated by Bill Berkhout, PsyD. and Sam Skidmore, MS.

Sign Up Options:

1. eTang Portal

You can sign up for any group via the eTang portal, you will be contacted by a group facilitator if pre-screening is required to ensure the group works for your goals.

2. Referral from a UHS Provider 

Some groups require a referral from a UHS clinician.  To get a referral, contact your UHS provider or call (510) 642-9494 to get started.  

Facilitated by Bill Berkhout, PsyD.

A Licensed Psychologist is pictured

Bill Berkhout, PsyD.

A Doctoral Intern is Pictured

Sam Skidmore, MS