{"id":2399,"date":"2015-01-06T14:20:30","date_gmt":"2015-01-06T19:20:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/?page_id=2399"},"modified":"2026-02-19T14:22:50","modified_gmt":"2026-02-19T19:22:50","slug":"groups","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/groups\/","title":{"rendered":"Group Counseling"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The Counseling Center offers a wide variety of support, therapy, and wellness groups.&nbsp; Our offerings are evolving and dependent on enrollment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Would you like to join a group or get more information? <strong>Call us at 401-874-2288 or come by 217 Roosevelt Hall<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Spring 2026 Groups<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Body Pump+<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Exercise group that looks at the benefits of exercise on mental health while engaging in a BodyPump group fitness class.&nbsp; No exercise experience needed!<br>Tuesdays 5:00 PM<br><strong>To join:<\/strong> Sign up via&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.imleagues.com\/spa\/fitness\/paZJWOxP7qaW67zMji4mSw==\/home\">imleagues<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Chat and Chew<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>A space for underserved students to meet, discuss world and local topics, discuss your adjustment to URI and find support.&nbsp; No registration needed.<br>Bi-weekly Tuesdays (start date tbd), 12:30 &#8211; 1:30 PM<br><strong>To join: <\/strong>Drop-in to Roosevelt Hall, Great Room<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>First Gen Support Group<br><\/strong>A support group for students whose parent or legal guardian has not<br>completed a four-year college degree.&nbsp;&nbsp;Potential discussion topics include: Imposter syndrome, college resources &amp; experience, financial and family stress, academic struggles.<br>Wednesdays from 5pm-6pm <br><strong>To join or for more information:<\/strong> call or&nbsp;<a href=\"mailto:alondra_berrios@uri.edu\">email Alondra Berrios<\/a>, or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSdLa1tC82npaVkgYUyZEyZ-r_tHnhG_6msd6aWoo-gTdc3ZyQ\/viewform?pli=1\">complete the interest form<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;and we will reach out to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Graduate Student Support Group<br><\/strong>Thursdays:&nbsp; 5:30 \u2013 6:45 PM<br><strong>To join or for more information:<\/strong> Call Dr. Marge Franca-Terceira at 401-874-2288.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Grief Support Group<\/strong> <br>This semester-long support group is for students who are grieving the death of someone significant in their lives \u2014 including a family member, friend, mentor, or other close relationship. The group offers a supportive space to share and process grief alongside peers who have also experienced loss. Through a combination of emotional support, psychoeducation, and reflective activities, members will explore the grieving process and develop healthy ways to cope. Consistent attendance is encouraged to foster connection, trust, and group cohesion.<br>Fridays at 3 PM<br><strong>To join or for more information:<\/strong> email <a href=\"mailto:tyler_delaney@uri.edu\" data-type=\"mailto\" data-id=\"mailto:tyler_delaney@uri.edu\">Tyler Delaney<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1TPB6VWTK8pIn1Y3CeRWAwFnzsPxTBcMlK9AsE7fEK4k\/viewform?edit_requested=true&amp;pli=1\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/1TPB6VWTK8pIn1Y3CeRWAwFnzsPxTBcMlK9AsE7fEK4k\/viewform?edit_requested=true&amp;pli=1\"><strong>complete the interest form<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Meditation Group<\/strong><br>Come join us in a therapy group setting to learn basic meditation skills that will allow you to feel calm, energized, and present in your everyday.&nbsp;<br>Thursdays, 4:30 &#8211; 6 PM<br><strong>To join or for more information:<\/strong> Email <a href=\"mailto:matilde.torallashuer@uri.edu\">Matilde Torallas Huerta<\/a> to set up your 20-min individual pre-group meeting. We start on February 5.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Queer Women\u2019s Support Group<br><\/strong>A safe, confidential and welcoming support&nbsp;for URI\u2019s Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Queer &amp; Questioning women, and non-binary students raised as girls. It includes the support of Clinical Counselors,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/staff\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Holly Nichols<\/a> and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/staff\/\">Danielle Madden<\/a>. <br>New members are always welcome<br>Tuesdays: 5:00 \u2013 6:15 PM<br><strong>To join or for more information:<\/strong> &nbsp; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSe5hFg7xhoYqQ28qwlIgPCVVcubo9o1CIQcUaAMOB0Try75ug\/viewform?usp=sf_link\">Complete the interest form<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Stress GPS: Gaining Practical Skills *\u00a0<\/strong><br>Does stress and anxiety disrupt your day-to-day life? Join us for Stress G.P.S., a three-week psycho-educational workshop centered on learning and practicing coping strategies and practical skills to improve your emotional and mental\u00a0wellbeing.<br>Open to any URI student wanting to learn more about\u00a0stress, anxiety, and how to cope.<br><strong>To join or for more information:<\/strong> Call 401-874-2288 or email <a href=\"mailto:danielle.madden@uri.edu\">danielle.madden@uri.edu<\/a><br>Days\/Times:<br>Tuesdays 11am-12pm w\/ Ming Lee &amp; Robyn <br>Series 1 &#8211; Feb. 10 , 17 , and 24 <br>Series 2 &#8211; March. 3 , March 10 , and 24 <br>Series 3 &#8211; March. 31 , April 7 , and 14<br><br>Fridays 10-11am, w\/ Danielle &amp; facility dog, Winnie<br>Series 1 &#8211; Feb. 6 , 13 , and 20 <br>Series 2 &#8211; Feb. 27 , March 6 , and 13 <br>Series 3 &#8211; March. 27 , April 3 , and 10<br>Series 4 &#8211; April. 17 , 24 , and May 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>* Adapted from the University of Massachusetts Amherst Center for Counseling and Psychological Health<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Therapeutic Horticultural Group<\/strong>&nbsp;<br>Join us as we explore the healing power of nature through mindfulness activities,<br>gardening, and the design of a therapeutic garden over 7 weeks during the fall semester.&nbsp; This group will refurbish a space on campus and create a healing garden for our community. Participants will do the collaborative work of creating a vision for the space and bringing it to completion.&nbsp;<br>This group is now open<br>Day\/Time: TBD<br><strong>To join or for more information:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:weschwartz@uri.edu\">Email Warren Schwartz<\/a>&nbsp;or <a href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLSfcjng4TTm2TZFh2zW99DFPiCfEJglS2zt1xpdsQEMaWjyehw\/viewform\"><strong>complete our interest form<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Understanding Self and Others<\/strong><br>The USO group is an open process group that looks to improve interpersonal functioning, understanding, and well being. It aims to help a variety a presenting&nbsp;concerns including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and more.&nbsp;<br>Day\/Time: TBD<br><strong>To join or for more information:<\/strong> Call us at 401-874-2288<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-default\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wanna Cutback? A space to talk about how we drink or smoke<\/strong><br>A drop-in group for students who want support as they rethink the way they use substances.&nbsp; The group includes the support of Substance Use\/Misuse specialists&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/staff\/\">Catherine Calise, LICSW<\/a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/healthservices\/about\/people\/health-ed-advocacy\/\">Arielle Sherman, LICSW&nbsp;<\/a><br>Feel free to bring a friend!<em><br><\/em>Wednesdays 5:00 \u2013 6:00 PM<br><strong>To join: <\/strong>Drop-in. Memorial Union, Room 118<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wellness with Winnie<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<p>Come join Winnie, URI Counseling Center facility dog, and handler Dani Madden, LICSW <strong>at the Library <\/strong>for a chance to learn more about mental health services on campus and enjoy some doggie cuddles!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meeting times for Spring 2026 will be:&nbsp;<br>Friday 1\/23 from 11am-12pm<br>Monday 2\/2 from 11am-12pm<br>Friday 2\/20 from 11am-12pm<br>Monday 3\/2 from 11am-12pm<br>Monday 3\/30 from 11am-12pm<br>Monday 4\/13 from 11am-12pm<br>Thursday 4\/30 (reading day) from 11am-12pm<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/web.uri.edu\/counseling\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1592\/811367dc33643bf0bbeedfe0beb5f945-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-10141\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Counseling Center offers a wide variety of support, therapy, and wellness groups.&nbsp; Our offerings are evolving and dependent on enrollment. 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