Group Counseling
Counseling groups give you the opportunity to share experiences, learn new perspectives, and experiment with new behaviors in a safe and supportive environment. The group setting helps you discover that others truly understand your feelings and challenges.
Counseling groups are led by one or more professional mental health counseling providers, who demonstrate techniques such as active listening and how to give and receive constructive feedback, so everyone gets the most out of the experience.
How Do I Join a Group?
Just come to the reception desk of the UHS counseling service (333 East Campus Mall, 7th floor) any time between 9 am and 4 pm, Monday through Friday for your Access consultation. During your consultation, let the counselor know that you are interested in joining a group. If you need more information, call 608-265-5600 (option 2).
What has been most helpful to me about group has been hearing about what other people in the group were going through and knowing that they are the same things I have gone through. I don't feel so alone.
Group Schedules
View the 2012 Spring Group Schedule »
View the 2012 Summer Group Schedule »
Groups typically meet one to two hours weekly, and may run from four to 12 weeks per semester. Groups address issues concerning relationships, depression, anxiety, and career goals.
What types of groups do we offer?
- Process Groups are for those who will benefit from sharing experiences, giving and receiving support/feedback, and experimenting with new interpersonal behaviors in a safe environment. Read more about process groups »
- Support/Theme Groups are for those who would like to give and receive support with others who are dealing with similar issues/common experiences.
- Psychoeducational Groups are for those who want the opportunity to be educated, to increase knowledge of resources, and to build coping skills in certain areas of their lives.
- Wellness Groups are for those who would like to learn skills to enhance wellness.
