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: September 18, 2018 and Series 2: October 30, 2018
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: September 17, 2018
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: Yolanda Gamboa, PhD
Co-Facilitator: Norma Salcedo, Dream Resource Center Coordinator
Dates/Times: Thursdays from 12:30 - 2:00 PM
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: September 20, 2018
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: October 10, 2018
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, September 28 from 9:15 - 11:00 AM and Friday, October 12 from 9:15 AM - 4:00 PM
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: September 17, 2018
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: Tuesdays from 5:15 - 6:45 PM
Location: Student Services Building, Room 205
Starting: September 25, 2018
For more information, please call: (415) 338-2208
Alcohol and Cannabis Psychoeducation
Make informed decisions abouyt your alcohol and cannabis use. (2 sessions)
Facilitator: Karla Castillo, MFT
Dates/Times: Fridays from 9:15 - 11:00 AM
Series 1: October 11 & October 18 (Thursdays from 10 AM - 12 PM)
Series 2: October 26 & November 2
Series 3: November 16 & November 30
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.