Groups and Workshops

CAPS Groups:

Groups are drop-in unless otherwise specified, no RSVP required.  Free and open to all CU Boulder students. Check back in spring to see new group offerings.

View CAPS Workshop offerings here.

Dissertation Support Group
This is an on-going, bimonthly drop-in support group for graduate students who are in the process of starting or are already working on their dissertations.  You will support one another in setting and meeting concrete goals while completing your dissertations. Every other Wednesday 8/26-12/16, 11-1pm UMC 404.

Oasis: Community Circle
Oasis is a student group working to create a vital community dedicated to meaningful connections, healthy activities, and sober events.  Join us for our weekly community meetings to connect with other students who are dedicated to sobriety and community.  For more information on Oasis, please check out our website.  This is not a formal therapy or support group.  Fridays beginning 8/28, 3-4pm Willard 231.

Exploring Relationships through Writing
Are you interested in improving your relationships and general sense of well-being in connection with others? This group will use writing exercises and group discussion to enhance participants’ ability to connect meaningfully with others. All levels of writers welcome.   Potential members must schedule a pre-group meeting before joining. Please contact Amy Robertson, LCSW or Julie Yun, PsyD at (303) 492-6766 to set up a meeting.  Wednesdays beginning 9/2, 10:30-1, Willard 231. This group is closed.

Dynamic Choices
This drop-in group is for individuals considering behavior change. If you have arrived at a place in your life where things are no longer working for you, or if you find yourself doing drugs, alcohol, or any other habitual behavior in a way that is not serving you, then this group is for you.  In this group, you will learn to live in alignment with your values by giving and receiving feedback in a safe place.  Various aspects of the decision-making process, including mindfulness skills, will be explored as you learn to make choices that will benefit your overall wellbeing.   Thursdays beginning 9/3 (no group on 9/17) 3:30-4:30pm, Willard 101

A Men’s Group
Have the courage to challenge yourself and other men to live fully and with awareness of your spiritual, physical, emotional, and relational wellness. In this group, we explore the things we struggle with as men - work, relationships, and what masculinity means to each of us. Learn how to make more authentic and fulfilling connections with others by giving and receiving feedback in a safe space. Open to anyone identifying as a man. Potential members need to schedule a pre-group meeting before joining. Contact Matt Tomatz, LPC, CACIII (matthew.tomatz@colorado.edu) to set up a meeting. Wednesdays beginning 9/3, 3-4:30pm Willard 101. This group is closed.

Mindfulness Skills for Daily Living 
A semi-structured class that uses core mindfulness skills to aid you in going within to find and observe your thoughts and emotions.  You will learn basic skills that will help you change behaviors, manage emotions, engage in effective relationships, and alter thinking patterns that cause distress.  Potential members need to schedule a pre-group meeting before joining. Contact Bev Tuel, Ph.D. at (303) 492-6766 to schedule a meeting.  Tuesdays beginning 9/15, 1-2:30, Willard 101. This group is closed.

Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
Are you stressed and overwhelmed?  Experience the potential life-changing practices of mindfulness, including meditation and gentle yoga.  We will provide CD’s and other materials to support practice in between sessions.  Potential members must attend a pre-group information session before joining. Two information sessions will be offered (9/3 and 9/10, 3:00-4:00 pm).  If interested, contact Jean Leonard, Ph.D. at (303) 492-6766 to reserve a place in one of the information sessions.  Thursdays beginning 9/17, 3-5pm, Willard 231. This group is closed.

The Courage to Be Imperfect
Do you think you’re a perfectionist?  Is your perfectionism getting in the way of your ability to enjoy life?  Join us for 8 weekly group meetings in order to explore alternatives to perfectionism with other interested CU students.  Potential members must attend a pre-group meeting before joining. Please contact Charina Cordova-Velayo, LMFT at (303) 492-6766 to schedule a meeting.  Mondays starting 9/28, 3:30-5pm, Willard 231. This group is closed.

Body Image Group (Open to All)
Do you struggle with negative body image? Are you ready to reconnect and redefine your relationship with your body and yourself?  Join other students in this skill-building and educational group that combines brief lectures and opportunities for discussion and support.  Identify the cultural, psychological and social influences on the development of your body image and learn skills to manage situations that trigger negative body thoughts and feelings.  Learn how to end your body criticism and fat-talk, build confidence, and empower yourself and others to engage more fully with life!  Potential members need to schedule a pre-group screening before joining.  Contact Felicia Greher, Ph.D. at (303) 472-6766 or Felicia.Greher@colorado.edu to schedule a time to meet.  Tuesdays beginning 10/6, 3-4:30, Willard 231. This group is closed.

Graduate Women’s Group
If you are a CU graduate student who identifies as a female and are looking for a safe and supportive group to discuss your experiences as you navigate the demands of life and attending graduate school, please contact Dr. Jan Johnson or Dr. Julie Yun at 303-492-6766 for more details.  This will be a, bi-monthly support/discussion group co-sponsored by the Women’s Resource Center (WRC) and CU’s Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).   Time/date/location: TBD. This group is closed.

Grief and Loss Support Group
This four-week support group is for students who have lost someone significant through death in the past year (Not recommended for individuals who have lost someone in the past 3 months).  The focus of the group will be on helping members find support from peers as they acquire a better understanding of their grief processes and build upon coping skills and strategies as they begin to work through their losses.   If you are interested, please contact Dr. Julie Yun at 303-492-6766 to schedule a screening.  Time/date/location: TBD.