Support Groups For Students Offered For Spring 2009:
Mindful Living: Anxiety
Reduction Group
Mindfulness means having moment to moment, nonjudgmental awareness, and it is an innate ability we all possess. Mindfulness had been shown to be a very effective tool for overcoming anxiety. Through the use of mindfulness exercises such as meditation, group members learn how to be more present focused, calm, compassionate towards themselves, and in control of their anxious thoughts.
Facilitator:
Steve Quackenbush, Ed. S.,Staff Counselor
Interpersonal Process Groups
Do you have difficulty developing and maintaining close relationships with others? Do you desire the opportunity to understand yourself and how you relate to others better? Do you feel alone in your struggles? If so, this group may be something for you to consider. Group members will learn more about their own self-beliefs and interpersonal patterns. They will have the opportunity to learn and practice new skills for interacting with others so that they have more self-confidence and happier relationships.
Facilitators:
Lee Shefferman, PH. D, Staff Counselor
Sunda TeBockhorst, M.A., Doctoral Psychology Intern
Angela Dunn, M.A., Doctoral Psychology Intern
Justin Schram, B.A., Psychology Intern
Learning Differences Tapping the Gifts from within
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group will focus on creating a supportive environment in which members can explore their learning styles, as well as process present struggles with the college experience. The group will include psycho-educational and support components.
Facilitators:
Lee Shefferman, PH.D., Staff Counselor
Kim Wilcox, M.A., Staff Counselor
Relapse Prevention Groups
The primary focus of this cognitive behavioral based group is to identify triggers to alcohol and other drug (AOD) use and to explore appropriate non-AOD coping skills.
Facilitator:
Steve Quackenbush, Ed. S., Staff Counselor
Body Image 101
Have you ever wished you looked like a model? have you ever thought that you would be happier if you lost weight or looked differently? Do you ever find yourself feeling down because of how you look? If you answered yes to any of these questions, this group is for you. This workshop is open to female students. The group will incorporate experiential activities and discussion about impact on self-esteem. Sample body image, the interplay between emotions and food, ways to improve self-esteem, taking care of yourself, and strategies for developing a healthier body image. This is sure to be a fun group that will empower you to feel better about yourself and your appearance.
Facilitators:
Meredith Cohn Shefferman, Ph.D., Staff Psychologist
Angie Dunn, M.A.,Pre doctoral Intern 
Interested? Please call: 351-2496