Support Group

Chronic Health Conditions Support Group

The Chronic Health Conditions Support Group is designed for students to give and receive support from peers who are experiencing a medical concern impacting their mental health or quality of life. This may include but is not limited to chronic health conditions, processing a recent diagnosis, chronic pain, or post-concussion support. This space is appropriate for students needing emotional support at any point in their experience living with a medical condition– from a recent diagnosis to those living with a condition long-term. While the primary objective of the space is for connection...

Black Womxn's Sister Circle

A weekly opportunity for undergraduate and graduate, self-identified womxn of African descent to explore the challenges of navigating life at UC Berkeley, engage in cultivating self-care and wellness practices, and build a meaningful and supportive community with others.

Fall 2025

Wednesdays, 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

213 Anna Head

Facilitated by Jaiza Jones, LCSW and Miyanna Clements-Williamson, MSW, ASW

Alcohol and Other Drugs Harm Reduction Group

This weekly group acknowledges that different goals work for different people. With the support of the group, you can work on finding the right balance for yourself, to get what you want from your substance use choices, without the things you don’t want.

Please note this group has two different weekly sessions you can sign up for.

Spring 2025

Tuesday: Weekly, 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM (May 27 - June 8)

Location: Virtual - Zoom

Facilitated by Justin Castello...

LGBTQIA+ Support Group

This in-person group is for students who identify as LGBTQIA+, as well as those who are questioning and exploring. Join us in co-creating a supportive and affirming space to explore themes that promote wellness and connection. Topics will include but are not limited to: coming out, identity development, family of origin, chosen family, relationships, dating, healthcare, intersectional and multicultural identities, living out on campus, building communities of support, non-monogamy, and stress management.

This group requires a brief pre-group meeting with a group...

Encontrando Communidad: Latine/Hispanic Support and Process Group

This therapy group is for both undergraduate and graduate students who identify as Latine/Hispanic and are looking for a community to find support. The content of the group is based on topics of interest the members wish to bring. Common themes may include navigating family expectations, cultural roles, challenges pursuing higher education and balancing responsibilities, finding your own identity, navigating multiple cultures, disconnect with family.

Spring 2025

Thursday, Weekly, 2:15 PM - 3:45 PM, (April 3 - May 1)

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Healing From Trauma (EMDR)

This group is for students who are experiencing post-traumatic stress, and are interested in processing past experiences of trauma through Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) in a group format, using art. While the group will involve reprocessing trauma in a group setting, students will not share with one another about specific traumatic experiences.

Students can self-refer and will meet with a group facilitator in advance of the group to make sure it's a good fit.

Spring 2025

Mondays, 2:15 pm - 3:45...

My Parents Never Went to College - First Generation BIPOC Student Support Group

This student support group is open to undergraduate/graduate BIPOC students who are the first in their families to attend college. In this group, we will create a safe space to exchange information, share experiences, and promote community because we are stronger together. This group is here to support students with navigating college by developing skills and gathering resources to achieve your academic and personal goals + aspirations.

We will explore topics such as imposter syndrome, cultural challenges, mental health, family pressure, financial responsibilities, and more. The...

Navigating Bipolar Group

This is an 8-module, weekly group for individuals with bipolar disorder. Within an atmosphere of mutual support, there is a focus on education about the condition, including ways to maintain stability. Members must have a primary psychiatrist before coming to the group.

Students can talk with a counselor to sign up or self-register, and there will be a brief screening conversation with one of the facilitators after signing up.

Topics:

Circadian rhythms and sleep...

Heartspeak: USP Support Group

Are you undocumented and seeking a consistent community space with other undocumented students? Looking for a way to talk about your struggles and hear how others are coping? Interested in learning meditation and other tools to feel less overwhelmed? Then HeartSpeak support group is for you!

Go to www.wejoinin.com/USPmentalhealth for more information.

Transgender and Gender Diverse Support Group

This group is for transgender, nonbinary, gender expansive, agender, gender diverse, genderqueer, and gender nonconforming students to come together in a safe, collaborative, nonjudgmental space. Together we will discuss a variety of topics related to being on the gender spectrum including gender identity, intersectional identities, different aspects of transition, coming out and being out at Berkeley, navigating family of origin considerations, community resources, academic stress, relationships, sexuality, and resilience and joy.

This group requires a pre-group meeting with...