National Resource!!!
Having suicidal thought and/or a mental health crisis, CALL or TEXT 988.
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline provides 24/7, confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or mental health-related distress.
988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
All groups require a pre-group appointment with the group leader. Call CAPS at (909) 537-5040 to schedule your pre-group appointment.
If you are in need of a disability-related accommodation to participate, please contact Counseling and Psychological Services three working days in advance at (909) 537-5040 or psychcounseling@csusb.edu
Understanding Self and Others - In Person
Mondays
11:00 am -12:20 pm
This group aims to create a supportive space for participants to connect, share experiences, and build stronger relationships while increasing self-understanding. It may be especially helpful for those adjusting to college or navigating challenges related to self-esteem, social anxiety, trust, relationships, communication, boundaries, anxiety, or depression.
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents Group – In Person
Mondays
2:30 - 3:50 p.m.
This group provides a supportive space for adult children of emotionally immature parents, alcoholics, and dysfunctional and/or abusive families. The group provides opportunities for students to reflect on their upbringing and to heal and grow through education, journaling, reflection, discussion, and practice.
Empowerment Support Group for Survivors – Drop In, In Person
Monday
4:30-5:30 p.m.
This group is for survivors of intimate partner violence, sexual assault, stalking, and child abuse. Receive support, take part in healing activities, and increase your coping skills. Together we will explore the empowerment model and focus on not just being trauma informed but also trauma responsive to ourselves throughout the healing journey. This will be a safe space to share your story - or feel free not to share. This group is completely confidential.
Pressing Pause – In Person
Tuesdays
10:30-11:50 a.m.
Let’s build a calm space together by learning how to press pause through the chaos that often comes with anxiety. Instead of running away from it, this group will help you unpack your relationship with anxiety, understand how it impacts your day-to-day life, and learn about the tools needed to unwind and better manage your stress.
Reparenting Your Inner Child – In person
Tuesdays
12:00 - 1:20 p.m.
This group is for individuals who experienced adverse childhood experiences such as emotional neglect, addiction, abuse, dysfunctional family, parent loss, or any other childhood experience that still feels unprocessed. Through reflection, body-based strategies, and imaginal nurturing, participants will work toward processing pain and repairing missing attachment experiences.
QT Talks – In Person
Tuesdays
2:30-3:45 p.m.
This group provides a brave, empowering, and confidential space for students with identities including, but not limited to two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, pansexual, transgender, non-binary, queer, intersex, ace, and/or questioning to connect with one another. This group is student-centered and may cover various topics including but not limited to relationships, identity exploration, safety, joy, coping skills, family, and community.
Befriending Yourself – In Person
Tuesdays
4:00-5:20 p.m.
Many individuals know how to extend love and kindness toward others but find it difficult to provide compassion towards themselves. This group is about practicing self-compassion and speaking kindly to yourself. You will become aware of how and why we talk to ourselves the way we do. You will learn ways to turn love inward and embrace who you are, rather than who you think you should be.
Men’s Support Group - Virtual
Wednesdays
12:00-1:20 p.m.
Come and share your experiences of being a man in today's world. Learn together in this group about the challenges and pressures facing men and the tools we use to improve the quality of our relationships with others and with ourselves, with our academic success, our work, our health and our lives.
Students on the Autism Spectrum – In Person
Wednesdays
1:00-2:20 p.m.
This group is intended for students on the autism spectrum to have a non-judgmental and empowering environment where you can openly explore various topics, including self-care, academic and social competence, self-advocacy, and interpersonal skills. Students will have a safe space to provide and receive support. The group will meet weekly and is not a drop-in group.
Staying Grounded: A trauma support group – In Person
Wednesdays
4:00-5:30 pm
If you have experienced or witnessed a life-threatening situation, you may still find yourself struggling in many ways. You may have difficulty moving on with your life – regardless of whether it happened years ago or even in the past year. Join this interactive, safe, and supportive group to engage in evidence-based practices to heal, build resilience, and work through the traumas that keep you from living your full potential.
Journaling for Growth – Virtual
Thursdays
9:00–10:20 a.m.
Do you struggle with depression and/or anxiety? Do you feel stuck and unmotivated? Are you facing big decisions in life, and you don’t know what to do? Join this group to learn journaling skills that will help you gain mental clarity, creativity, motivation, purpose, and greater joy in living.
Balancing Your Life: A coping skills group – In person
Thursdays
12:00-1:20 pm
This group is aimed at students who are feeling the need for some healthy tips and tricks to cope with the stress of trying to balance life and school. Topics will range from, but are not limited to: time management, study habits, relaxation/mindfulness, setting boundaries, and building healthy lifestyle routines.
Healthy Relationships - In Person
Thursday
2:30-3:50 pm
This group focuses on aspects of healthy romantic relationships and provides a brave space for students to share struggles and successes, lessons and losses from current and past experiences. This group will integrate discussion-based learning as well as interactive activities and evidence-based relationship tools.
Setting Boundaries – In Person
Thursdays
4:00-5:20 p.m.
Join us as we explore boundaries, what they are, how to set them, and why they’re key to living in alignment with your needs and values. We will learn practical tools to communicate your boundaries, protect your wellbeing, and create a life that feels true to who you are.
Graduate Students, Let's Talk - Virtual Drop-in (No pre-group appointment required)
Thursdays
12:00–1:00 p.m.
Graduate school can be intense, overwhelming, and even isolating. You may find it challenging to find school, work, and life balance and wonder if you are missing the magnificence of the graduate school experience. Let’s Talk is a drop-in support group that has been designed specifically for graduate students. Come join us to process challenges and concerns and share experiences and successes.