Group Counseling
Call (213) 740-7711 and ask to speak to the facilitator of the group you are interested in joining. The facilitator will set up an appointment with you for a pre-group appointment. This is a 30-minute meeting where you will learn more about the group and decide with the facilitators if it is the best “fit” for you.
If you are not sure what group you might be interested in, call and ask to speak with Dr. Broderick Leaks, the group therapy coordinator. He may be able to help you figure out which group best fits your needs.
Dealing With Depression
Susan Ramirez, PhD
This group is designed to help students develop adaptive and effective skills in managing mild to moderate bouts of depression. It uses psychoeducation, group process, and CBT techniques to help students understand and manage their symptoms.
Graduate Student
Sunil Obediah, PhD
Psychotherapy group in which graduate students discuss issues such as family problems, academic concerns (i.e. thesis/dissertation challenges, navigating academic department), relationship issues, feelings of isolation, work/life balance, depression, anxiety, anger, and etc.
Injured Athletes
Lani Lawrence, PsyD, Niki Sims, PsyD
Provides support for student athletes in coping with mental health challenges related to injury.
International Tea Time
Vanessa Enoch, PsyD
A casual discussion group to provide support to international students around issues of cultural adjustment and homesickness. Topics include: culture shock/transitions, domestic peer relationships, dating in the US vs. home country, risky behaviors in the US, academic life in US vs home country.
Living with Loss
Beth Kebscull, LCSW
Provides a place for students to meet with others who are experiencing grief, learn about the grieving process, and share coping strategies.
Managing Life with ADHD
Janice Schafrik, PhD
Provides support and skill-building techniques for students with ADD, ADHD, or Asperger’s Syndrome who are interested in improving their academic performance and/or interpersonal relationships.
Mindfulness Meditation
Andy Shaw, LMFT
A structured and experiential group using mindfulness meditation and other meditative practices to help facilitate greater relaxation, presence and sense of well-being.
Peace with Food
Elizabeth Reyes, PhD
Provides support for students in managing the struggle with the relationship with food, their bodies, and any underlying emotional component.
Rainbow Room: LGBTQ
Elizabeth Reyes, PhD
This group is for members of the lgbtqqi community for support on topics that are important to them. Topics include but not limited to sexual and gender identity concerns; developing meaningful relationships; feeling marginalized; relationship stressors; and balancing academics and personal life.
Relationship Issues
Sunil Obediah, PhD
Provides help for students who are struggling in any type of relationship (e.g. romantic partners, parents, family, friends, etc.). Group members work on improving themselves through the interactive nature of group through sharing and receiving feedback about personal struggles.
Self Discovery through Creativity
Robin Ward, LCSW
For students interested in deepening their self understanding through creative expression. This support/experiential group utilizes exercises, along with The Artist’s Way, by Julia Cameron, to facilitate growth and healing and increase the ability to be “in the moment”.
Social Confidence
Broderick Leaks, PhD
A structured group, which focuses on the needs of individuals with social anxiety. CBT strategies will be employed as well as exposure exercises. Group topics include anxiety management, dating, assertiveness, and communication skills.
Toolkit for Anxiety
Bruce Spring, M.D.
Helps students understand, cope with, and hopefully reduce and even resolve the impairment that comes with excessive anxiety.