Group counseling is a powerful and supportive form of therapy where a small group
of students (usually 5 to 8) meet weekly with a trained counselor for 1–2 hours. Group
members work together to share experiences, offer support, and learn from one another
in a safe and respectful environment.
Groups vary in structure and purpose. Some are short-term and skill-focused, while
others are ongoing and centered on open discussions and peer support.
Participating in a group can help you:
Feel less lonely in your struggles
Build meaningful connections
Gain new perspectives
Practice communication and coping skills in real time
If you aren’t sure whether a group is right for you, please call us at 631-632-6720
and ask to speak with the counselor who heads the group.
Current SUPPORT Groups
A group of people with common experiences or concerns who provide each other with
encouragement or support. Can include set members or open enrollment.
**Some support groups may also have room to process thoughts, feelings, experiences,
and get feedback from other members.**
Looking to connect with others to explore gender, sexuality, and identity? This weekly
support group offers a safe, affirming space for students of any gender identity or
sexual orientation.
Together, we’ll process life on campus, navigate personal experiences, and build community
through open, respectful conversation. Whether you’re seeking support, connection,
or space for self-discovery, you’re welcome here.
Do you wish your interactions with other people were more rewarding? Your relationships
(of all kinds) better? By engaging in and reflecting on in-the-moment discussion,
this group will help members connect and grow. Open to all who identify as men.
Date/Time: Dependent on participants’ availability
Days/Times: Dependent on participants' availability
A holistic, trauma-informed space to support mental health while managing the rigors
of college life. This is done by integrating somatic practices in a group format.
Students will gain tools for managing stress and overwhelm, ultimately contributing
to their academic success and personal well-being.
A holistic, trauma-informed space to support mental health while managing the rigors
of Medical School. This is done by integrating somatic practices in a group format.
Students will gain tools for managing stress and overwhelm, ultimately contributing
to their academic success and personal well-being.
A space where students explore new ways of responding to difficult moments, especially
those connected to chronic health conditions. This group will intentionally blend
reflection, experiential exercises, and practical skills.
Days/Times: Thursdays at 2:00 PM (Starting Week of October 26)
The holiday season can be especially challenging when you’re coping with the loss
of a loved one. Our support group provides a safe, confidential space for students
to share their experiences, connect with peers who understand, and gather coping strategies
and tools for managing grief during the holidays. Together, we’ll explore ways to
honor loved ones, care for ourselves, and find support through community.
Days/Times: Thursdays at 4:00 PM (Starting Week of October 29)
Skill based groups and workshops
Grounded in the brief therapy model and informed by principles of Dialectical Behavioral
Therapy (DBT), this 4-week skills group assists students in learning skills related
to Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness.
