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
Body Positive
The Body Positive is a support group that helps students explore feelings about their body image. Through activities, discussion, and utilizing media we explore finding ways of improving your relationship with your body, food and exercise. The group is open to all female identified students currently affiliated with SFSU.
Note: A phone meeting with the facilitator is required prior to sign up.
Facilitator: Laurene Dominguez, LCSW, Danielle Lundstrom, and Gretchen George
Dates/Times: Fridays, 1:15pm - 3:00pm
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Duration: September 20 - November 8
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Feeling Good: TEAM CBT for Depression
Struggling with depression? In this 8-week workshop you will gain practical skills and strategies to feel good and boost happiness. Principles taught in this workshop are based on the work of Dr. David Burns.
Facilitator: Karla Castillo, MFT
Dates/Times: Thursdays, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Duration: September 26 - November 14
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
LGBTQ+ Support Group
Mutual support for students on campus who identify as LGBTQ+. This group provides a safe space to share experiences, get feedback, and feel a sense of community.
Facilitator: Rick Nizzardini, LCSW
Dates/Times: Tuesdays, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Duration: September 10 - December 10
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
My Self-Empowerment
Join a safe and non-judgmental group to develop self-awareness, enhance feelings of self-worth, and empower our own selves.
Note: An in-person intake session with a therapist is required prior to sign up.
Facilitator: Leslie J. Shin, LMFT
Dates/Times: Tuesdays, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Duration: Series #1: September 17 - October 15
Series #2: October 29 - December 3
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Trauma Recovery Group for Self-Identified Females
Experience the healing power of EMDR therapy conducted in a safe group format for self-identified women.
Note: A 30-minute intake session with one of the facilitators is required prior to sign up.
Facilitator: Catherine Jolly, MFT and Laurene Dominguez, LCSW
Dates/Times: Fridays, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Duration: September 20 - November 8
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Skill-Building Workshops
Be Here Now: Mindfulness Practice
Engage in a weekly mindful practice in which you focus your mind on the present moment without judgment or attachment. The practice of mindfulness can increase your ability to manage emotions and be more fully engaged in life.
Note: This is not a continuous workshop. If you sign up for this workshop, you are signing up for only one session.
Facilitator: Karla Castillo, MFT and Laurene Dominguez, LCSW
Dates/Times: Wednesdays, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Duration: September 18 - December 11
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Mindfulness-Based Anxiety Management
Practice helpful coping skills for managing anxiety.
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, 5:15pm - 6:45pm
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Duration: September 16 - December 2
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Social Media and Your Mental Health
Does your social media or internet use feel unhealthy? Do you have a hard time turning it off? Discuss with peers, compassionate ways for improving your mental health and well-being by taking helpful breaks from social media and devices.
Note: This is not a continuous workshop. If you sign up for this workshop, you are signing up for only one session. Students are welcome to attend more than one session.
Facilitator: Susan Chen, MFT
Dates/Times: Thursdays, 10:15am - 11:30am
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Duration: September 19 - October 31
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
The SAFE Empowerment Group
This is an all gendered skills based group to help survivors learn coping skills for trauma while building a supportive community.
Note: This group is currently only available for SAFE clients. An intake session with either the facilitator or The SAFE Place Intern is required prior to sign up.
Facilitator: Stacy Peterson, LCSW
Dates/Times: Tuesdays, 3:15pm - 4:45pm
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Duration: November 12 - December 10
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Tranquil Minds
A skills-based group for anxiety management. Come practice real-time applied skills and though exercises to reduce your anxiety.
Note: This workshop is a drop-in workshop and does not require signing up.
Facilitator: Mike Lysaght, LMFT
Dates/Times: Tuesdays, 12:10pm - 1:00pm OR Wednesdays, 10:10am - 11:00am
Location: Student Health Center Conference Room
Duration: September 13 - December 18
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.