The following groups are available for enrolled SFSU students. Sign up is required for all groups, so please call (415) 338-2208 or stop by SSB 205. Please see below for registration information. (Note: Information is regularly updated as new information may be provided.)
Support Groups
My Self-Empowerment
Join a safe and non-judgmental group to develop self-awareness, enhance feelings of self-worth, and empower our own selves.
Facilitator: Leslie J. Shin, LMFT
Dates/Times: Tuesdays from 3:15 - 4:45 PM
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: Series 1: February 12, 2019 and Series 2: April 2, 2019
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Understanding Self and Others
Practice new ways of relating to others, gain better understanding of yourself, share personal experiences, express fears or worries, and receive support and feedback.
Facilitator: David Vengel, Psy.D
Dates/Times: Mondays from 11:15 AM - 12:45 PM
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: March 11, 2019
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
DRC Discussion
Join a supportive discussion on navigating SFSU as an AB 540 and/or Undocumented student.
Facilitator: Karla Castillo, MFT
Co-Facilitator: Norma Salcedo, Dream Resource Center Coordinator
Dates/Times: Thursdays from 12:30 - 2:00 PM
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: February 21, 2019
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Trauma Recovery Group
Experience the healing power of EMDR therapy conducted in a safe group format for self-identified women.
Facilitator: Karla Castillo, MFT and Catherine Jolly, MFT
Dates/Times: Friday, March 1, 2019 from 9:15 - 11:00 AM and Friday, March 8, 2019 from 9:15 AM - 4:00 PM (Must attend both sessions.)
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: Check specific dates above.
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Skill-Building Workshops
Self Care on the Spot (SOS)
Learn to improve your emotional well-being, reduce stress, and practice self-care. (1 session workshop)
Note: This is not a continuous workshop. If you sign up for this workshop, you are signing up for only one session.
Facilitator: Various Counseling & Psychological Services clinicians.
Dates/Times: Mondays from 3:15 - 4:45 PM and Thursdays from 10:15 - 11:45 AM
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: February 18, 2019
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Mindfulness-Based Anxiety Management
Practice helpful coping skills for managing anxiety. (1 session workshop)
Note: This is not a continuous workshop. If you sign up for this workshop, you are signing up for only one session.
Facilitator: Taghi Amjadi, PhD, MFT
Dates/Times: Mondays from 5:15 - 6:45 PM
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: February 25, 2019
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
The Happiness Project: Experiential Skill-Building to Move Beyond Depression
Don't let your mind play tricks on you! Learn new skills to work through depression in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Facilitator: Lightfoot Wilhite, LCSW
Dates/Times: Wednesdays from 4:15 - 5:45 PM
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: Series 1: February 20, 2019 and Series 2: April 3, 2019
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Alcohol and Cannabis Psychoeducation
Make informed decisions about your alcohol and cannabis use. (2 sessions)
Facilitator: Karla Castillo, MFT
Dates/Times: Fridays from 9:15 - 11:00 AM
Series 1: February 15 & February 22
Series 2: March 22 & April 5
Series 3: April 19 & April 26
Series 4: May 3 & May 10
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: Check specific dates above.
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
All groups will be held at an accessible location. Please let us know in advance if you require additional accommodations.