Support Groups Schedule

All groups meet on Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

September 17
Intro to Anxiety: Where Does it Come From?
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

September 24: CANCELLED
Using EXPOSURE to Reduce Anxiety
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 1
9 Strategies for Reducing Social Anxiety
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 8
Identifying Anxiety Safety Behaviors
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 15
Practicing Social Skills
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 22
"Don't Believe Everything You Think (or Feel)"
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 29
Active Listening/Effective Communication
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 5
Public Speaking + ELECTION ANXIETY SUPPORT
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 12
Socializing/Making New Friends
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 19
Improving Anxiety Coping Strategies
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 26
Relaxation (Deep Breathing, Mindfulness, etc.)
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

December 3
Revisit EXPOSURE Techniques
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

All groups meet on Tuesdays at 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

September 17
Common Academic Difficulties
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

September 24: CANCELLED
Test Anxiety Workshop
Location: Oakland Center, Room 126

October 1
Time Management & Procrastination
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 8
Motivation vs. Discipline
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 15
Academics and Health
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 22
Perfectionism in Academics
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 29
Test Anxiety Workshop
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 5
Improving Concentration and Focus+ ELECTION ANXIETY SUPPORT
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 12
Stressbusters! Workshop
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 19
Engaging Learning Styles
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 26
Strengthen Study Habits
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

December 3
Relaxation to Improve Academic Performance
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

December 10
Open
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

All groups meet on Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

September 18
Understanding Causes of Low Self-Esteem
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 129

September 25
Impacts of Low Self-Esteem
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 129

October 2
Building Better Self-Esteem
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 129

October 9
Dangers of High Self-Esteem?
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 127

October 16
Self-Esteem & Social Media
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 127

October 23
Basics of Self-Care
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 129

October 30
5 Types of Self-Care for Every Area of Life
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 129

November 6 - CANCELLED
Discussion: Correlation of Physical & Mental Health
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 127

November 13
Burnout & Self-Care
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 125

November 20
Self-Care Consistency is KEY: Make a Plan!
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 125

December 4
Getting Help with Self-Esteem & Self-Care
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 129

December 11
Open (Exam Week)
Location: The Oakland Center, Room 127

All groups meet on Wednesday at 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

September 18
Intro to Anxiety: Where Does it Come From?
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

September 25
Using EXPOSURE to Reduce Anxiety
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 2
9 Strategies for Reducing Social Anxiety
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 9
Identifying Safety Behaviors
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 16
Practicing Social Skills
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 23
"Don't Believe Everything You Think (or Feel)"
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 30
Active Listening/Effective Communication
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 6 - CANCELLED
Public Speaking
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 13
Socializing/Making New Friends
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 20
Improving Anxiety Coping Strategies
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

December 4
Relaxation (Deep Breathing, Mindfulness, etc.)
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

December 11
Open (Exam Week)
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

All groups meet on Thursdays at11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

September 19
Stress Management and Self-Care
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

September 26
Hidden Brain - "The Case for Optimism"
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 3
TBD
Location: TBD

October 10
TBD
Location: TBD

October 17
Healthy Coping Skills for Uncomfortable Emotions
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 24
Motivation vs. Discipline
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

October 31
What does it mean to be happy?
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

November 7
TBD
Location: TBD

November 14
TBD
Location: TBD

November 21
Hidden Brain - "How Your Beliefs Shape Reality"
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

December 5
TBD
Location: TBD

December 12
Open (Exam Week)
Location: Oakland Center, Room 127

All groups meet on Thursdays at 2:00 - 3:30 p.m.

September 19
Anxiety, Depression and Stress Management
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

September 26
Academic Difficulties
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

October 3
Improving Relationships
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

October 10
Stressbusters! Workshops
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

October 17
Maximizing the "College Experience"
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

October 24
Coping with Grief and Loss
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

October 31
Motivation, Procrastination, Perfectionism
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

November 7
Test Anxiety Workshop + Post-Election Support
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

November 14
Coping with Setbacks & Failure (Resilience)
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

November 21
Dealing with Conflict in Relationships
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

December 5
Coping: Depression & Anxiety
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

December 12
Open (Exam Week)
Location: Oakland Center, Lake Superior (basement)

All groups meet on Wednesdays at 3-4 p.m.
Where: The Gender and Sexuality Center (104J NFH)

The Gender and Sexuality Center & Oakland University Counseling Center Present:
Gender: Together, A Support Group!

Feeling isolated in your gender journey? Need a safe space to explore, express, and talk about gender? This support group exists to help with both of these and more! Gender: Together exists for all gender identities, journeys, and expression. This group opens its doors to anyone who wishes to discuss how gender exists and affects their daily life--allowing a safe space to discuss these topics.

These meetings will take place in the Gender and Sexuality Center (104J NFH)

Questions? Email [email protected]
Linktr.ee/OU_GSC

Neurodivergent Support Group

All meetings take place on Wednesdays from 11-12 in the Oakland Center

Are you looking for a safe and welcoming space to unmask and connect with others who understand your experiences? Our supportive community celebrates neurodiversity and empowers individuals to share their stories, gain insights, and develop strategies for thriving in a neurotypical world. This group will be a mix of support and skills building and is free to all students!

Dates & Locations:
October 23 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, The Oakland Center Room 127
October 30 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, The Oakland Center Room 127
November 6 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, The Oakland Center Room 126
November 13 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, The Oakland Center Room 127
November 20 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, The Oakland Center Room 127
November 27 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, The Oakland Center Room 127
December 4 11:00 am - 12:00 pm, The Oakland Center Room 127