Our Understanding Self and Others groups are intended for full-time UMW students who wish to have a space to talk about any issues that are on their minds. Often these concerns are related to personal or family stress that has been placed upon the student. Understanding Self and Others groups allow people to grow, learn about their interpersonal style, and try new skills in a safe space before taking them into our everyday world.

Our support groups are open to full-time and part-time enrolled UMW students.

Learn more about Group counseling HERE

Spring 2013 groups:

Understanding Self and Others:

Monday 1:15 – 2:45 PM

Tuesday 3:00 – 4:30 PM

Wednesday 3:00 – 4:30 PM

Healing from Sexual Assault

Thursday 3:00- 4:30 PM

Gender Identity Support Group

We are currently planning a Friday gender identity support group.  Please contact Dr. Larissa Ruuskanen if you are interested in attending this group.

To join or inquire about one of our groups, please call us at (540) 654-1053 and ask to speak with one of our counselors.

CAPS is also committed to offering theme-specific groups based on identified student needs. We value our students’ opinions and encourage you to let us know what kind of groups you would like offered through or in collaboration with CAPS. Please contact our Group Therapy Coordinator, Dr. Larissa Ruuskanen , to share your thoughts about our group therapy program.