Spring 2026 Group Options

This group will provide an opportunity for students to process concerns and seek support from peers as well as a chance to practice social skill building and connecting with others. The group may be beneficial for students to get support and new perspectives on various life concerns (adjusting to college, low self-esteem, difficulty opening up to/trusting others, social anxiety, fear of disappointing others, difficulty expressing needs to others, difficulty setting boundaries, anxiety, depression, interpersonal conflicts…) and to increase their understanding of how they relate to themselves and others.

Meetings are held on Mondays from 10:30-11:50 a.m. inside the group room at CAPS located at CSUSB in HC-162.

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. 

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. 

Do you find yourself constantly worrying, stressed, overwhelmed, or in a panic? You’re not alone! This group is for you to find new ways to manage anxiety (including overthinking, social anxiety, and panic attacks). Come, check it out!   

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. 

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.   

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. 

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.  

Death and grief are normal experiences but may also be emotional and overwhelming. There is no “right way” to grieve, only to honor and grow with it. Join this eight-week group for support and connection with others who have also experienced the death of someone they know.   

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.   

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. 

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.