Virtual Group Counseling Offerings
To join us in a virtual group email the leader of the group you are interested in. The leader will then send you further instructions including a link to join. Check the master schedule for dates and times of group offerings.
Survivors SSG
Survivors of sexual assault and/or intimate partner violence come together to feel supported, validated, and empowered in a safe environment. Meets weekly.
Lead by: Megan Varner and Ashley Watters
Grief and Loss SSG
You do not have to be alone in your grief. Offered for those who have suffered the death of a loved one. Meets weekly.
Lead by: Michelle Bigard
Family Matters
Family life can be challenging. In a supportive circle of peers, learn how family life impacts how you see yourself, your current relationships, and how you communicate with others. Together we will foster healthy self-esteem and relationships. Meets weekly.
Lead by: Kristie Miner
Process Group
Provides students with a unique opportunity to receive multiple perspectives, support, encouragement, and feedback from others in a safe and confidential environment. A variety of topics will be covered including, but not limited to: emotional health, interpersonal relationships, and self-esteem. Through this process students can deepen their level of self awareness. Meets weekly.
Lead by: Amy Campbell and Atefeh Jenrow
Workshops
Stop by any time, or any length of time for the following:
Understand and Reduce Your Anxiety
This group helps you identify sources of your anxiety, how your brain and body experience anxiety and strategies you can use to decrease and manage stressors and reduce anxiety symptoms. Meets weekly with new skills and topics.
Lead by: Lisa Sheffert
Art Journaling
Unavailable for the 2020-2021 academic school year.
Art and Creativity
The art room is open with limited capacity on a first come first serve basis. Come create on your own, or follow a guided project. You are welcome to drop in for any period of time.
Lead by: Kristie Miner
Pause for Paws
Unavailable for the 2020-2021 academic school year.
Outreach
Outreach by Request
Counselors may be available to speak to your class, department or registered student organization about Counseling Center services and/or student mental health related concerns. Contact the Counseling Center to discuss outreach possibilities.
Labyrinth Workshops
The Counseling Center has a 24-foot diameter canvas labyrinth. Labyrinth workshops are available for classes and RSOs. The labyrinth path is a symbol for one's life journey and can be walked individually or collectively. The walk offers opportunities for reflection, relaxation, creativity, problem solving, and team building. Please contact Michelle Bigard at
bigar1mf@cmich.edu or by calling 989-774-3381.