University Health and Counseling Services offers a variety of groups each term in an effort to support your varying needs. We are happy to help you find the best fit for you.
All groups provide a nonjudgmental and confidential space in which to learn as well as to receive and offer support. You’ll explore different perspectives and new ways of coping. Groups are a brave space for personal connection and personal growth. UHCS is located at 70 Forsyth Street, Suite 135, Boston MA.
To learn about workshops, please scroll to the bottom of the page. Workshops are held virtually and open to Northeastern students globally. Groups are for CURRENT Northeastern students in Massachusetts only and are held at EST.
What to Expect – Support Groups
I’m interested in participating in a group. What do I need to do?
- To express interest in participating in a group, you’ll need to submit an interest form. The link to the form is included in the group descriptions, below. Space is limited so please fill out the interest form as soon as you know which group you’d like to attend.
- Please pay attention to the dates and times of the support groups offered before you complete the interest form to ensure there are no scheduling conflicts. We ask that you only submit interest forms for groups you can commit to attending.
- The group interest form will be sent to the group facilitator for the group that you expressed interest in. The facilitator will reach out to you within one week of receiving your interest form. If you do not hear back within one weeks’ time, please contact UHCS at 617.373.2772. It’s important that you respond to their call or message. Groups fill up quickly and membership is limited, so your prompt response is helpful.
- The facilitator will talk with you about the group and next steps. If the group is already full (no longer accepting new members), they can assist you with connecting with additional resources instead.
The facilitator contacted me, and I’ve arranged to participate in the group. What else do I need to know?
- Check whether the group you are registered for is being offered in-person or virtually.
- If your group is in-person: Please arrive at UHCS five to ten minutes before the start time for the group. Upon arriving, please check in at the front desk with a Patient Associate. After checking in, have a seat in the seating area. The group facilitator will come out and greet you and escort you to the group room.
- If your group is offered virtually: At the time of registration, you will receive information on how to join the group. This information will include a link.
- Consistent group attendance is important. If you are not able to commit to attending all sessions, please consider participating at another time when you are better able to attend all sessions.
- It is important that group members are on time for visits.
I am interested in a group that is listed as no longer accepting new members. What are my options?
- If you are interested in learning about support groups that might be available outside of Northeastern, contact Danette Mucaria, Associate Director of Mental Health ([email protected], 617.373.2772).
- Mental health support is available through UHCS and Find@Northeastern.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Tuesday
HEAL Support Group
Location: UHCS
4:00 PM – 5:30PM
October 8th to December 3rd
HEAL is a psychoeducational support group for survivors of sexual trauma. This group is offered in conjunction with OPEN’s Sexual Violence Resource Center. Prescreening for this group will begin on September 17th.
Wednesday
Anywhere on the Rainbow – LGBTQ+ support group
Location: UHCS
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
October 2nd to November 20th
Come together with students who identify within the LGBTQIA2S+ community or are questioning their gender/sexuality to connect with others, honor a wide range of experiences, and celebrate the authentic you!
Graduate Student Support Group
Due to low enrollment, this group is postponed. If you are interested in learning about additional services, please reach out to [email protected].
Location: UHCS
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
October 2nd to December 4th
Graduate students interested in joining a group focusing on peer mutual support to address some of the challenges with being a graduate student here at Northeastern including: transitioning to role as graduate student, coping with stress, making connections/relationships, identity development, and concerns related to academics and career.
Thursday
Determined, but Distracted – Closed
This group is full and no longer accepting additional students. If you are interested in discussing other clinical options, please contact Danette Mucaria, LICSW, Associate Director of Mental Health [email protected]
Location: UHCS
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
September 26th to October 31st
Determined, but Distracted is a psychoeducational and skills-based group for students whose efforts towards success can be disrupted by difficulties with focus, motivation, and/or organization, and associated emotional stress. This group is geared towards, but not exclusive to, students experiencing symptoms of ADHD. Pre-screening will begin the week of September 4, 2024.
Grief Support Group
Location: UHCS
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
September 26th through December 5th
A group to create space for those students who are struggling with loss and/or grief and are interested in a place to process in a group format. Open to graduate and undergraduate students.
Just Breathe!
Location: UHCS
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Group one: September 19th through October 10th – POSTPONED
Group two: October 24th through November 14th
Just Breathe! Gaining and developing positive coping strategies and tips on adjusting to college and campus life! This group is offered twice, 4 weeks for each series.
Group one has been postponed. Express interest in group two by using the button below.
WORKSHOPS
Sleep Workshop
Location: In-person, UHCS
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Monday September 23rd through October 7th
Reflecting on current lifestyle and biological influences, we will incorporate mindfulness skills and healthy sleep practices. To ensure adequate space for students sharing their experiences between workshops, limited seats are available.
Sé Amable Contigo Mismo: Self-Compassion Workshop
Location: LatinX Center, Boston Campus
2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Monday September 16th, October 28th, November 18th
Sé Amable Contigo Mismo: Embracing and Cultivating Self-Compassion within the Latine Student Community. No registration required.
Let’s Chat for Mental Wellness
International students on Boston, Oakland, London and global campus have a unique experience and challenge of attending a university in a new cultural environment. This workshop will discuss gaining community connection, accessing support, and exploring resources.
In-person Boston campus: 12:30 PM – 1:30PM, Thursday September 19th, October 24th and November 7th
Location: September 19th Curry Student Center, Room 435
October 24th Curry Student Center, Room 346
November 7th Curry Student Center, Room 340
Virtual on Teams Global campuses: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM, Wednesday September 25th, October 30th, November 20th and Thursday December 5th
Access to virtual groups: Join the meeting using this link
Meeting ID: 222 725 047 309
Passcode: 9Cas8f