UCC

GROUP PROGRAM: SPRING 2020 SCHEDULE

A note about clinical groups:
The University Counseling Center offers a wide variety of Clinical Groups and Workshops throughout each academic year. Some of our clinical groups are process-oriented, while others are skills-based. Each client admitted to the Group Program must attend a Drop-In appointment and be referred to specific groups by a UCC Clinician. Determination of group participation may depend on presenting concerns, client diagnosis, safety assessment, readiness for change as well as scheduling and other logistics. Please review the following group options and speak to your clinician about your interest!

ACADEMIC EMPOWERMENT

Mondays, 4:00 – 5:00 PM; in Knight Hall February 03 – March 02

This time-limited, clinically-focused workshop will offer practical strategies to help students develop the time management skills, academic communication habits, and study strategies that can help them succeed at the University of Wyoming (and beyond!). These workshops focus on awareness of time, proactive planning, estimating the correct hours of studying necessary to succeed, and developing long term studying habits. Students will learn how to approach professors or why you might want to meet with them; describe the many benefits you can gain from meeting with your instructors, teaching, and graduate assistants. We will also talk about different learning styles and strategies to help you get the most out of your time, reduce testing anxiety, and to create a productive study environment. This group is designed for all referred UCC clients, and requires students to RSVP with the facilitator, Julio Brionez, Ph D, LP. Registered participants may drop-in as desired.

CREATIVE SOLUTIONS: Creative Arts Psychotherapy Group

Fridays, 2:30 – 4:00 PM; in Half Acre Gym February 14 – May 08

This semester-long, process-oriented group will draw from various Creative Arts Therapies techniques as well as Mindfulness and Meditations skills to support members make important changes in their lives. This group builds on skills learned in Body-Oriented Anxiety Management Group and/or Big Sky Mindfulness Workshops, but previous experience is not required. Join us to engage your creativity as we aim to improve our health and wellness in 2020! This group is designed for all referred UCC Clients and requires a group screening by facilitators Ty Tedmon-Jones, MA, LPC, LCAT, BC-DMT or K. Brooke Glahn, MS, PPC.

ENHANCE U – Skills Group

Tuesdays, 2:00 – 3:00 PM; in Knight Hall Beginning February 25

This is a skills and process hybrid group drawn from evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. This group will focus on mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, coping skills, and distress tolerance. This group is designed for all referred University Counseling Center Clients, particularly those experiencing increased academic or personal concerns to improve academic performance and personal relationships. Open to all referred UCC clients. Facilitated by clinicians Alex Krassin, MSW, LCSW & Kim Glassner, MS, LPC.

LGBTQI SUPPORT GROUP

Tuesdays, 3:00 – 4:00 PM; in Knight Hall February 11 – May 12

Our group seeks to develop a private support network and it operates as a source of emotional support, counseling and other processes for LGBTQI identified individuals. The LGBTQI support group embraces the diversity of the UWYO community and will provide a compassionate and inclusive space for our sexual minority campus members. This group is designed for all referred University Counseling Center Clients and requires a group screening by one of the group facilitators: Ty Tedmon-Jones, MA, LPC, LCAT, BC-DMT or K. Brooke Glahn, MS, PPC.

RELATIONSHIPS & U

Wednesdays, 11:00 – 12:00 PM; in Knight Hall Beginning February 26

Relationship troubles??? We get it! This group provides education and skill development to help improve connection and interaction within all relationships. This group will provide insight into your current relational dynamics and the impact this may have on your mental health and worldview. Join us as we integrate proven skills and techniques to create lasting relationships and enhance social health. This group is designed for all referred University Counseling Center Clients and requires a group screening by the group facilitators: Alex Krassin, MSW, LCSW & Jason Svare, MS, PPC.

SELF-COMPASSION Workshop Series for UCC Clients

Wednesdays, 3:00 to 4:30 pm; in Knight Hall

Learn how to use compassion-based mindfulness and meditation to increase emotional regulation, manage your inner critic, and decrease anxiety and depression. Explore concepts of mindfulness and use guided meditations through the lens of self-compassion, based on the work of well-known Psychologist & author, Kristin Neff. Students who have participated in the Workshop Series, “Self-Love & Happiness” or “Big Sky Mindfulness” may particularly benefit from participation! This group is designed for all referred University Counseling Center Clients. Group screenings required. Facilitated by Dr. Toi Geil, Ph D, LP.,

TAKE ACTION GROUP: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy Wednesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 PM; in Knight Hall

This is a skills-based group to assist participants develop emotional skills to accept, contain and movethrough difficult/undesired emotional experiences. The group will draw on cognitive-behavior, mindfulness and solution-focused techniques to assist clients in making important changes. This group is designed for all referred University Counseling Center Clients and requires a group screening by facilitator, Julio Brionez, Ph.D., Psychology Resident. Group members are requested to attend each of the four group sessions, and are welcome to attend more as desired. 

  

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WORKSHOPS

The UCC partners with the UW Wellness Center and other programs/departments on campus to offer non-clinical workshops to support health and wellness beyond our clinic walls. Any campus community member (faculty, staff and students) may partake in the Wellness Center Educational Programming. See their website for a full listing of events and offerings, as well as to register for workshops: https://wellnesscenterprograms.as.me/classes

 

BIG SKY MINDFULNESS STRESS REDUCTION Workshops – register through UW Wellness Center Choose from FOUR, 4-week sessions, various dates and times to select from; Half Acre 117

This 4-week workshop teaches skills in mindfulness and meditation. The curriculum-based program will help you decrease stress as well as find more satisfaction in your daily life. Great for beginners and experienced meditators! Register at: https://wellnesscenterprograms.as.me/classes.

STUDENTS OF COLOR SUPPORT GROUP Wednesdays, 12:00 – 1:00 PM; Half Acre 117

Partners UCC & Multi-cultural Affairs/OEI offer a weekly support group for students who identify as racial and/or ethnic minorities. Students will have opportunity to give and get support in a non-clinical, peer-led format! Contact: Julio Brionez @ jbrionez@uwyo.edu for more information.

SELF-LOVE & HAPPINESS Deep Dive Workshop Series – register through UW Wellness Center Four Tuesdays in February, 3:30 – 4:50 PM; Half Acre 117 DATES: February 4, 11, 18, 25

Most of us feel compassion when a close friend is struggling. What would it be like to receive the same caring attention from yourself when you need it most? Take a deeper dive into gaining skills for selfcompassion and happiness. Join us for this 4-week workshop series and practice skills to enhance your capacity for emotional well-being. Register at: https://wellnesscenterprograms.as.me/classes

* Eligibility: UCC Services are available to UW ENROLLED STUDENTS admitted/accepted for the program

* Don’t see something you wish were offered? Please feel free to email group programming suggestions to Group Program Coordinator, Ty Tedmon-Jones @ ttedmon@uwyo.edu.

* Were you too late to join a group this semester? We encourage you to speak with your primary therapist to a) join an open group and b) submit your interest in a particular group for next semester!