Group Therapy
Group Therapy is an effective therapeutic process provided in a supportive environment where participants can recognize and overcome unhealthy thinking patterns and learn healthier ways to cope with uncomfortable emotions. Being a member of a therapy group gives the lived experience that others have similar feelings, problems, hopes, and fears. This understanding of our similarities is an important part of healing. Group members have the unique advantage of interpersonal learning which helps to achieve a greater level of self-awareness and provides the opportunity to lift and instill hope in others. Group therapy includes 8-10 members and lasts for 60 minutes. We offer a variety of groups, including group therapy and emotional wellness workshops. Some groups are time-limited with a specific focus, while others are broader and open-ended. Please see the group descriptions below for more information about groups currently offered at Counseling Services.
GROUP THERAPY
How do I join a therapy group?
For current clients, speak to your current therapist about joining a group.
For new clients, please call, email, or walk-in to schedule a consultation appointment for a "brief screening." The client must complete the online consent and intake form.
| Title | Facilitator | Day and Time | Start and End Date | Location | Description |
| Reconciling Faith and Sexuality | Susiane Manning | TBA | TBA | TBA | A process group for LGBTQ+ students to explore their identities, help support one another, and work towards spiritual and psychological health. |
| Open Process | Mich Suyama | Tuesday 3 pm-4 pm | January 23 - April 9 | Group Room | A therapeutic process group for individuals with diverse needs. |
| Men's Self-Enhancement | Kaeo Alo | Wednesday 3 pm-4 pm | January 24-April 10 | Group Room | Supporting men towards developing awareness of mental, emotional, and behavioral wellness. |
DROP-IN GROUP THERAPY
How do I join a Drop-In Group?
Drop-in groups are open to all interested students and do not require a referral or initial consultation appointment. Students may attend as many of the drop-in group sessions as needed. Clients must complete the online registration, consent, and intake forms. Please click on the title of the group you are interested in to complete the registration.
| Title | Facilitator | Day and Time | Start and End Date | Location | Description |
| Wise Mind | Sister Silva | Monday 11 am | January 22-April 8 | Group Room | A DBT life skills group to learn and develop tools to manage stress, frustration, and crisis, and to be effective in relationships. |
| Connect with Self and Others | Academic Trainees and Interns | Thursday 2 pm-3 pm | January 25-April 11 | Group Room | An opportunity to better understand yourself within the context of relationships and to practice skills to improve connections and relationships. |
| Grief Support Group | Elder Young | Thursday 4 pm-5 pm | January 25-April 11 | Group Room | Process grief and loss of a loved one through death in a supportive group environment. |
| "Rooted" Garden Therapy Group | Kaeo Alo Susiane Manning | Wednesday 3:30pm-5pm | May 8-June 12 | Kumuwaiwai Center for Sustainability | This group offers students a chance to boost their emotional well-being in a garden setting, while exploring the principles of cultivation, reconnection, transformation, and engagement. |
EMOTIONAL WELLNESS WORKSHOPS
How do I join a Workshop?
Workshops are open to all students. A referral, initial consultation, online registration, and intake forms are not required.
You can call, email, or walk in to our office if you would like to join one of these workshops.
| Title | Facilitator | Day and Time | Start and End Date | Location | Description |
| Emotional Wellness 101 | Academic Trainees and Interns | Wednesday 11 am-12 pm | January 24-April 10 | Group Room | Psychoeducational and skills building workshops on common emotional concerns and specific topics such as anxiety, depression, self-esteem, anger management, perfectionism, and stress management. |
| Seven Principles for Marriage | Kristin Myres Nathan Myres | Thursday 11 am-12 pm | February 22-April 11 | TBA | In this class, partners will learn new approaches for resolving conflicts, creating new common ground, and achieving higher levels of friendship and intimacy. |
| Let's Talk | Academic Trainees and Interns | Thursday 11 am-12:30 pm | January 25-April 11 | Aloha Center 133 | Drop-in to talk with a counselor about any concerns or issues you may have. |
| Art Therapy | Eric Orr Susiane Manning | Wednesday 3:30 pm-5 pm | January 24-April 10 | MCK 167 | Integrating psychotherapy with the creative process though artistic expression such as drawing, painting, collage, and coloring. |