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Therapy groups are a great way to share your own experiences while connecting with others.

A benefit of being in a group is being able to learn how to authentically connect with one another, and to experience what it is like to show your real self and see that others will accept and care for you anyway. That connection — showing your real self — is the key factor of groups.

Many students question whether what they talk about in a group will be shared with others. Confidentiality is a rule for all groups, and it is our expectation that group members respect one another and hold to that promise. We are offering a large number of groups this year because we feel so strongly about them. Check them out!

Spring 2025 Groups

Crafting Conversations

Wednesdays from 2-3 pm on these dates: 1/22, 2/5, 2/19, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30. 
CPG (114 Woodland St)

Who: Open to undergraduate and graduate students

What: Crafting Conversations provides a therapeutic space for students to connect with each other and build skills in regulating emotions and identifying coping strategies. Students will engage in conversations while expressing their creativity through the craft of the week or another craft of their choice!

 Facilitated by: Anushka Mohapatra (she/her) (amohapatra@clarku.edu) and Mary Xatse (mxatse@clarku.edu)

Unwind with CPG

Thursdays, weekly, 3:00- 3:45 pm, starting January 23rd
CPG (114 Woodland St)

Who: Open to undergraduate and graduate students

What: Research shows that engaging in fiber arts like knitting and crochet can benefit our mental health by relieving stress and fostering social connection! Join fellow Clark fiber artists once a week to create, learn, teach, share, troubleshoot, laugh, persevere, inspire, and be inspired.

What: Research shows that engaging in fiber arts like knitting and crochet can benefit our mental health by relieving stress and fostering social connection! Join fellow Clark fiber artists once a week to create, learn, teach, share, troubleshoot, laugh, persevere, inspire, and be inspired.

 Facilitated by: Amy Bevan (she/her) abevan@clarku.edu

Clark Athletes Debrief Group

Fridays, weekly, 1:00 pm, starting January 24th
Zoom (Email Justin for link)

Who: Open to Clark student-athletes

What: This group is meant to be a general processing group, where topics can range from mental health to general stresses of being a student-athlete at Clark. Connect with fellow athletes to better manage the life balance and find new skills to help you get through more challenging times.

 Facilitated by Justin Donovan (He/Him):  judonovan@clarku.edu

Breaking Free from Anxiety

Mondays, weekly, 3:00 pm, starting January 27th
CPG (114 Woodland St)

Who: Open to undergraduate and graduate students

What: Are you coping with any form of anxiety, including chronic worry, social anxiety, obsessive thoughts, health-related worry, and panic attacks? Connect with others to get a better understanding of how people learn to relax and find relief from their anxiety.

 Facilitated by Justin Donovan (He/Him):  judonovan@clarku.edu

Gender Exploration Group

Tuesdays, bi-weekly, 3:00 pm, starting January 14th

CPG (114 Woodland St)

Who: Open to any Clark students (undergrad and grad) who are trans, non-binary, gender diverse, gender expansive, agender, or otherwise curious about exploring their relationship to gender. This confidential group serves as a space to explore identity and build community, regardless of where you’re at in the exploration/coming out process.

What: A space to build community and connection with other trans, gender expansive, and gender curious students on campus while exploring your relationship to gender. Sessions may include sharing gender affirming resources on campus, processing, and support around trans-related current events, and general exploration of our unique genders through art, discussion, games, and so much more.

Facilitated by Amanda Vincent (she/they) amvincent@clarku.edu

Drop-In Support Spaces

These drop-in spaces are processing groups for students to engage in community, seek support, and share resources.

Let‘s check in: A space for BIPOC students

Bi-weekly Thursdays at 2pm, starting 2/27 (Meeting dates: 2/27, 3/13, 3/27, 4/10, 4/24)

Location: CPG Conference Room

This is a drop-in space for Clark’s BIPOC students to be in community around others who may share similar experiences. Students have a space to discuss challenges and share resources and skills.

Let‘s check in: A space for International students

Bi-weekly, Wednesdays at 2pm starting February 26th, 2025 (Meeting dates:

Location: CPG Conference Room

This is a drop-in space for Clark’s international students to be in community around others who may share similar experiences. This is a space to talk about ongoing challenges and to explore resources and skills.

Let‘s check in: A space for LGBTQIA+ students

Meeting dates: Tuesday, 2/18 at 3pm, Thursday, 2/27 at 3pm, Tuesday, 3/18 at 3pm, Tuesday, 4/1 at 3pm, Tuesday, 4/15 at 3pm, and Tuesday, 4/29 at 3pm

Location: CPG Conference Room

A drop-in space for Clark’s LGBTQIA+ students to be in community, share resources, and care for themselves and each other while navigating stressful and uncertain times.

Contact Information

Center for Counseling & Personal Growth

Office Location

114 Woodland Street
Worcester, MA 01610

9 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday (closed from 12 – 1 p.m.)

1-508-793-7678

counseling@clarku.edu