Group Support

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585-475-2261

EMERGENCY
CaPS After-Hours Mental Health Line:
1-855-436-1245

Public Safety:
Call: 585-475-3333
Text: 585-205-8333

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (Phone/Videophone/Text):
988

Crisis Text Line:
Text HOME to 741741

Group support offers a safe space for students to gain different perspectives, receive encouragement from peers, and develop a deeper self-understanding. It is often the most effective resource for addressing emotional concerns, personal struggles, and relationship issues.

Spring 2026 CaPS Therapy Groups

Group Therapy

Group therapy is a highly effective way to achieve personal goals for change and growth. In weekly sessions, members collaborate with other students to work towards their individualized objectives. Group therapy sessions run for the entire semester and are typically closed to new members once they begin. For more information, contact our Associate Director Clinical Services, Jeremiah Knowles, at jikycc@rit.edu

How to Get Connected:
Schedule a group screen appointment with the facilitator to make sure that group is right for you. To schedule a group screen, contact our office or talk with your therapist.

Wednesdays, 12:30-2 p.m. with Ayushma Basnet, LMHC & Nilay Samara, MSW Intern

Do you feel overwhelmed by stress, emotions, or just generally being a human? Join this DBT-based therapy group and learn powerful skills to navigate life’s ups and downs with confidence. Whether you're dealing with academic pressure, relationship issues, or personal struggles, this group will provide you with the tools to thrive and create a life worth living. Access services available upon request.

Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-Noon with Jeremiah Knowles, LCSW, TGM & Patrice Anderson, LMHC-D

Ready to level up your social skills? Join our Critical Connections tabletop role-playing group to conquer social anxiety and boost your confidence. Dive into fun role-playing adventures while learning to handle fears of rejection, calm anxious thoughts, and chill out those racing hearts and stutters. It's time to own your social game and grow with a supportive crew! Access services available upon request.

Fridays, 3-4:30 p.m. with Conner Burry, LMSW

Are you a graduate student looking to enhance your relationships, improve communication skills, and navigate the unique challenges of advanced academic life? Grad Group will help you gain insights into your interpersonal patterns, improve your communication skills, and build meaningful connections with fellow graduate students who understand your unique experiences. Open to all masters and doctoral students. Access services available upon request.

Thursdays, 1-2 p.m. with Thomas Peechatt, LMHC
Series 1: Jan. 22, Jan. 29, Feb. 5
Series 2: Feb. 12, 19, 26
Series 3: Mar. 19, Mar. 26, Apr. 2

This 3-session therapy group offers a supportive space for sharing experiences and learning effective strategies for emotional well-being. Through interactive discussions and skill-building exercises, participants will learn techniques such as mindfulness, cognitive restructuring, and relaxation practices. The group provides a supportive environment where students can connect with peers who understand similar challenges. This group aims to empower students with the tools they need to reduce anxiety and enhance emotional well-being. Access services available upon request.

Thursdays, 11 a.m.-Noon with Conner Burry, LMSW
Series 1: Jan. 29, Feb. 5, Feb. 12
Series 2: Feb. 19, Feb. 26, Mar. 5
Series 3: Mar. 19, Mar. 26, Apr. 2
Series 4: Apr. 9, 16, 23

Struggling with boundaries or relationship stress? This 3-session group will give you practical skills to navigate challenging relationships, communicate more effectively, and reduce interpersonal stressors. Through guided activities and discussion, you’ll learn how to set boundaries, ask for what you need, and build healthier connections—all in a supportive, skill-building space. Access services available upon request.

Community Care Spaces

Community Care Spaces aim to offer an accessible, supportive, and safe space for students with shared identities or experiences to come together for connection, promoting resilience through mutual support and understanding, and to learn about available resources. Open to all eligible students regardless of protected category. These gatherings may be co-facilitated with campus partners and/or students and are drop-in. Join as often as you are able.

How to Get Connected:
Community Care spaces are drop-in spaces offered throughout the semester. You can pre-register via CampusGroups, but registration is not required to attend. Just pop on by during the offered time if you are available!

Wednesdays, 3-4:30 p.m. with Jessica Starken, Psy. D. & Career Services & Co-Op Office
CPC 1010/1015 Conference Room, Campus Center

Overwhelmed by co-op applications? Co-Op Connections offers a supportive space to share, get guidance, and access resources to help you manage stress and navigate your journey confidently. Access services available upon request.

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Fridays, 12-1:30 p.m. with Patrice Anderson, LMHC & Shantél Richardson, LMHC
Jan. 23, Feb. 13, Mar. 20, Apr. 10
PRISM, Campus Center, 2050

Join us to connect, reflect, and build community through open dialogue and creative expression centered on the experiences of Black Women and Nonbinary Students. Access services available upon request.

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Fridays, 2-3:30 p.m.
Jan. 30, Feb. 13, Feb. 27, Mar. 20, Mar. 27, Apr. 10, Apr. 24
Louise Slaughter Hall (SLA), Classroom 2170

Looking to meet new people stress-free? Come together over easy, fun board games. Laugh, socialize, and feel less alone, one turn at a time.

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Thursdays, 4-6 p.m. with Josiah Coulter, PsyD & Natalie Boise-Pardee
PRISM, Campus Center, 2050

A welcoming space for trans and nonbinary students. Each week features a new topic explored from diverse perspectives through open and supportive discussion. Access services available upon request.

Workshops

Counseling and Psychological Services regularly offers a variety of educational workshops providing skills and resources that promote holistic wellbeing. Workshops are intended to be engaging, interactive, and informative. Typically, each workshop lasts one session of 60- or 90-minutes and is offered multiple times per semester.

Looking for a workshop for your group or organization, and don’t see that topic listed here? Let us know what you are looking for by filling out this program request form.

How to Get Connected:
To participate in any of our upcoming workshops, please register via Campus Groups.

Fridays, 12-1:30 p.m. with Thomas Peechatt, LMHC-D
Feb. 13, Mar. 20, Apr. 10
Wallace (WAL), Classroom 4560

Do you struggle with anxiety like so many of us? This workshop will focus on understanding anxiety, learning techniques to slow down and manage it, and developing skills to respond more effectively when anxiety occurs. Access services available upon request.

Tuesdays, 3:30-4 p.m. with Joshua Dentley, LMHC-D & Andrew Cirillo, Associate Director, Spirituality and Religious Life, and University Chaplain
Weekly, Feb. 3-24
MOSAIC Center

Join Counseling and Psychological Services (CaPS) and Spirituality and Religious Life (SRL) and for a four-week discussion group on spirituality and mental health. Students must attend all four sessions. Each week's session will build upon the next—teaching Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools, while helping students grow in their conception of faith or no faith—we’ll explore how Spirituality and Mental Health intersect on our life's journey to discover and make meaning. Access services available upon request.

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Friday, Jan. 30, 12-1:30 p.m.
USC Conference Room (USC-3200)

Struggling with anxiety? This workshop for graduate students will help you better understand your anxiety and develop effective management skills.

Wednesday, Feb. 11 from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Wednesday, Mar. 4 from 3-4 p.m.
Monday, Apr. 6 from 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Campus Center (CPC) 1010 with Lizzie Mammarello, LCSW

This workshop is intended for students interested in trauma and mental health - whether through personal experience or supporting others - and explores common trauma responses along with the role of social connection and self-care in healing. Access services available upon request

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