This therapeutic support group is for students interested in exploring the experiences of navigating the campus environment as well as life in general for black, indigenous, and persons of color. This group will also explore and discuss topics such as emotional and social health, role expectations, and inter-/intrapersonal relationships.

This group will provide support for students and explore issues related to maintaining healthy relationship with self and others, feeling overwhelmed, and other general areas of concern.

Thrive Together is a workshop for Human and Environmental Sciences students. Students will learn skills to help manage stress and anxiety, build confidence, connect with others, and strengthen relationships.

An 11-week workshop designed to facilitate international students’ adjustment, academic success and personal growth. This workshop will be conducted as a closed group of 5-8 members. Participants will have the opportunity to learn useful skills for a successful life in America, develop understanding of American culture and life, and explore their experiences of living and studying in America.

Applications will be collected at 105 BB Comer Hall on September 3 from 3 – 5 p.m. Please complete the application form and the group agreement form to secure your spot. You will need to bring the application form for the orientation meeting on September 10.

The Body Kindness and Empowerment Group is a support group to help any student who struggles with body image concerns. The group will discuss various sources of body image influences that they face daily while being supported in a safe space. This group aims to encourage body kindness and empower group members to challenge their mindset on how they view themselves and others. This is an open group and all are welcome!

Feeling Homesick? Wanting to connect more to those around you here at the university? You’re Not Alone. The Home-ish Support Group at the University of Alabama is here for you. This open group welcomes all students, no matter your year or background. It’s a space to:

• Share experiences
• Learn practical coping strategies
• Build new friendships on campus
• Explore ways to make college feel more like home

This LGBTQAI+ affirming support group is for students seeking to build practical coping skills through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). In a supportive, identity-affirming space, students will learn and practice skills to manage intense emotions, navigate relationships, tolerate distress, and increase mindfulness. The group emphasizes validation, community connection, and skills that support well-being on and off campus.

An international student support group for navigating culture, connection, transition, and belonging.

Dates/Topics:

• Overcoming Impostor Syndrome in Graduate School – October 8 – Register here
• Preventing Burnout: Finding Balance Before It Finds You – November 12 – Register here
• Managing Stress & Anxiety During the Semester – date TBD

This workshop will focus on creative tools and strategies to help increase coping skills for stress.

TEa Time is a group for students who are exploring or questioning issues related to gender. We aim to create a welcoming space where students can feel comfortable being their true selves. The group will balance support with skill building as needed.

Please contact us to speak with the group leader for more information.