Group Counseling and Workshops

Tuesday, December 3rd

In-person at Discovery Park in the hall next to the cafe entrance

2:00PM - 3:30PM

Come create your own vision board with Counseling and Testing Services staff. We will provide you with the materials (postcard sized cardstock and stickers) to create how you want to "vibe" going into finals week and even the new year!

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Tuesday, December 3rd

In-person at Frisco Landing Lobby

2:00PM-4:00PM

Come create your own vision board with Counseling and Testing Services staff. We will provide you with the materials (postcard sized cardstock and stickers) to create how you want to "vibe" going into finals week and even the new year!

(Flyer Coming Soon)

Wednesday, December 4th

In-person at Frisco Landing Lobby

3:00PM-5:00PM

Join us for a fun and relaxing event where you can pick up your own DIY stress kit filled with essential school supplies, stress management items, and tasty snacks. Plus, get creative and design your own mini vision board to set goals for the upcoming year

Friday, December 6th

In-person at Chestnut Hall 313

12:00PM - 1:00PM

Come create your own vision board with Counseling and Testing Services staff. We will provide you with the materials (postcard sized cardstock and stickers) to create how you want to "vibe" going into finals week and even the new year!

(Flyer Coming Soon)

Monday on January 13th
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313
3:00PM-4:00PM

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Tuesdays & Fridays (Weekly)
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313
2:00PM-3:30PM

Healing In Color is a space for healing through expressive arts and creativity. In this group, it is important to focus on the process of creating, and not the product of what you create.

Together, we will explore mindfulness, emotions, anxiety, stress, and negative thoughts in a relaxing and fun way. In this space, we will engage in artistic activities to reflect on our needs and experiences using colors and creativity from our minds, bodies, and spirits for the intention of healing.

Each week, we will engage in different expressive art activities using different mediums such as acrylic paint, markers, watercolors, magazines, oil pastels, and color pencils. You are not required to share your artwork but there is a space given at the end of the workshops to process the artwork, activity, and experience.

Throughout the workshop, there will be soothing background music being played and instructions are given in the beginning and can be repeated throughout the workshop. If you are struggling with the activity, the host will assist you with the workshop to help you feel more comfortable or capable of engaging with the activity.

This group has a 10 minute grace period once the workshop begins. After 10 minutes, the workshop may not be able to accept more attendees.

Start Date: August 20
End Date: December 6

Fridays (Weekly)
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313
1:00PM-2:00PM

How do we cope when life gets hard? In this workshop, we will learn and practice to build a STRONGER you:
Self-Compassion
Thinking in a helpful way
Relaxing Techniques
Observing Mindfulness
New Communication Skills
Goal setting
Emotional-Regulation
Relationship Improvement
YOU!

Start Date: September 6
End Date: November 22

CANCELED FOR FALL 2024

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Wednesdays (Weekly)
Virtual https://unt.zoom.us/j/88567424509  
3:00PM-4:00PM

Thursdays (Bi-Weekly)
In-person at the Faculty Lounge Union 249 
1:00PM-2:00PM

Counseling & Testing Services is offering a drop-in hour for Faculty and Staff to ask questions or consult with a counselor regarding a specific concern or regarding any of the following topics:

• Personal mental health and available resources
• Student mental health and available resources
• Assisting students in distress
• Warning signs to be aware of
• Burnout prevention
• Suicide prevention

Virtual Start Date: July 31
Virtual End Date: December 18

In person Start Date: August 22
In person End Date: December 12

Thursdays (Weekly)
In-person in Crumley Hall Conference Room
12:00PM-1:00PM

First Years are invited to join a weekly support group that has been developed specifically for them. Addressing topics like transitioning, stress, socializing, and more, this group is designed to help connect students with each other as they navigate their first year at UNT. If you’re a First Year looking for an open space to talk through struggles, this group could be the place for you.

Start Date: August 22
End Date: December 12

CANCELED FOR FALL 2024

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Tuesdays & Fridays (Weekly)
In-person in Crumley Hall Conference Room
12:00PM-1:00PM

Being an RA presents unique and difficult challenges. Having a space to process, connect with others, and be supported can provide relief and empowerment. Ras are invited to bring their concerns, challenges, and successes to a support group developed specifically for them. This group is a great opportunity for self-care and growth as an RA, a student, and a person.

Start Date: August 20
End Date: December 13

CANCELED FOR FALL 2024

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Mondays (Bi-Weekly-ish)
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313 & Virtual https://unt.zoom.us/j/83755983930  
1:00PM-2:00PM

A group space designed for UNT graduate students to give and receive support on topics relevant to the graduate student experience such as stress management, role conflict, imposter syndrome, and communication challenges, among other topics.

Virtual: September 16th  from 1 pm to 2pm
In-person: October 7th from 1 pm to 2 pm
Virtual: October 21st  from 1 pm to 2pm
In-person: November 4th from 1 pm to 2 pm
Virtual: November 18th  from 1 pm to 2pm
In-person: December 2nd from 1 pm to 2 pm
Virtual: December 16th from 1 pm to 2pm

Start Date: September 16
End Date: December 16

Tuesdays (Weekly)
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313
3:00PM-4:00PM

We will listen to different types of music together and discuss ways music helps people express their emotions and connect with others.  Group leader will bring in songs of various genres each week but will also encourage attendees to bring in songs they would like to share with the group. Attendees will be encouraged to share any thoughts or feelings about the music and to interact with other members of the group.

Start Date: August 27
End Date: December 3

Thursdays (Weekly)
Virtual https://unt.zoom.us/j/82000630455  
2:30PM-4:00PM

Healthy Mindset is a 4-week online series and open workshop. It will restart every month. Individuals that attend will receive psychoeducation, gain support, and learn skills to improve their ability to manage their emotions. The core areas that will be addressed include Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance.

This is a four-week series that will restart every four weeks:
Weeks 1 Mindfulness: 8/29, 9/26, 10/24, 
Weeks 2 Interpersonal Effectiveness: 9/5, 10/3, 10/31
Weeks 3 Emotional Regulation: 9/12, 10/10, 11/7
Weeks 4 Distress Tolerance: 9/19, 10/17, 11/14

Start Date: August 29
End Date: November 14

CANCELED FOR FALL 2024

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Wednesdays (Weekly)
In-person at Marquis Hall, 107
12:00PM-1:00 PM

"Let's Dixit: Student Storytime" is a supportive and engaging group that aims to foster a welcoming environment where students come together to play the board game Dixit. Here, students will share stories and discuss common challenges. The group will provide a safe and open space for participants to express their concerns, gain insights, and develop strategies to navigate their unique experiences.

Start Date: August 21
End Date: November 13

CANCELED FOR FALL 2024

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Wednesdays (Weekly)
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313
3:00PM-5:00 PM

The Dungeons, Dragons, and Therapy (DDT) is an 11-week, closed therapy group. Members will play through a Dungeons and Dragons campaign designed to help them develop social skills, anxiety management, and stress management. Open to beginners and veterans alike, no prior knowledge, experience, or materials are required to join.

Please schedule an initial appointment sand a screening interview to see if you can join this group.

Start Date: August 21
End Date: November 13

CLOSED FOR FALL 2024

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Mondays & Friday (Weekly)
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313
3:00PM-4:30 PM

This closed process group will focus on crocheting as a creative outlet to reduce stress and holding space for group discussions on mental/emotional concerns.

Please schedule an initial appointment sand a screening interview to see if you can join this group.

Start Date: September 16
End Date: November 15

CLOSED FOR FALL 2024

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Thursdays (Weekly)
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313
10:30AM-12:00 PM

Project Self is a closed psycho-educational group focused on improving self-esteem through development of self-awareness, compassion, and acceptance. Objectives also focus on goal setting skills, identifying unhelpful thinking, assertiveness, and boundary setting skills. This is an 8 week group. Each session topic builds on the session before and offers new opportunities for skills application and practice.

Please schedule an initial appointment sand a screening interview to see if you can join this group.

Start Date: October 3
End Date: November 21

CLOSED FOR FALL 2024

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Mondays (Weekly)
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313
2:00PM-3:30 PM

SOSA is a closed process/support group focused on understanding the impact of sexual assault, provide coping tools, support and a safe venue for processing the client’s personal healing journey. The group will be formatted as a weekly group focused on processing and support. Some topics of the group may include: Myths of sexual assault, effects of sexual assault, physical, emotional and cognitive coping, relationships, healing, change, legacy, self-compassion, forgiveness, and hope. Members of this group will have experienced sexual trauma but will not be asked to disclose details of their trauma to the group. Members will however be asked to talk about their personal healing journey, process emotional reactions, reveal effects of the assault, as well as discuss coping strategies and obstacles to change. Members will be asked to participate in activities, learning coping skills, practicing coping or homework activities outside of group which may include creative activities, writing statements describing the effects of their trauma, cognitive behavioral exercises, mindfulness exercises, and journaling.

Please schedule an initial appointment sand a screening interview to see if you can join this group.

Start Date: September 16
End Date: December 2

CLOSED FOR FALL 2024

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Thursdays (Weekly)
In-person at Chestnut Hall 313
2:30PM-4:00 PM

Of a Feather is a group for students to create and experience a supportive space. The group is meant to cultivate social connection and belonging, and will also attend to the process of this development so that students can apply insight to their life outside of the group. 

Please schedule an initial appointment sand a screening interview to see if you can join this group.

Start Date: September 12
End Date: December 5

CANCELED FOR FALL 2024

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