Group Counseling & Support

For those who come from a troubled or dysfunctional family, and/or family with alcohol or substance use problems. Explore how family-of-origin issues may be affecting you and your relationships.

Membership: Open to all undergraduate students and their eligible dependents.

Fridays, 2:30 p.m.

Facilitated by David Campbell, Ph.D.

Contact dc4@princeton.edu to join.

Back at Princeton is a weekly discussion group for undergraduates who would like support as they transition back to campus life after a leave of absence. The group meetings are focused on helping students readjust to campus life during the first term back, by engaging in peer-to-peer dialogue about shared experiences, and becoming more adept at responding to stress and adversity. Group members process the challenges and triumphs they encounter as they adjust to being at Princeton again, in a confidential setting.

Membership: Open to undergraduate students returning from a leave of absence.

Fridays, 3:15 p.m.

Facilitated by Jonathan Pastor, Psy.D. and Loretta Acquaah, LMSW

Contact jpastor@princeton.edu or lacquaah@princeton.edu to RSVP.

Do you sometimes struggle when communicating with your advisor or PI, or feel that s/he doesn’t entirely understand or respond to your concerns? Or do you have a collegial and productive relationship in which you feel satisfied, encouraged, and heard? Either way, shaping and improving your evolving relationship with your advisor(s) can have a profound influence on your scholarship, productivity, healthy development, and sense of fulfillment. Come to this workshop to explore strategies to effectively communicate your needs and expectations to advisors; ask for assistance when “stuck”; navigate conflict; and “manage up” so that all parties feel empowered and supported. CPS Outreach Psychologist Jess Joseph will co-lead this workshop, offering cognitive and emotionregulation strategies tailored to managing ‘hard conversations’ and challenging interactions.

Membership: Open to all grad students and postdocs.

Tuesday, 3/5, 3:00-4:20 p.m. & again, Thursday, 3/7, 12:00-1:20 p.m., McGraw Center, Frist Campus Center, Third Floor

Facilitated by Laura C. Murray, Ph.D. (McGraw Center) & Jess Joseph, Ph.D.

Discuss the ways that being first-gen can affect one’s identity, emotions, relationships, and/or college experiences. Drop-ins welcome. Lunch will be served. RSVP to cperales@princeton.edu.

Membership: Open to first generation and low-income undergraduate students, graduate students and their eligible dependents.

Wednesday, 3/27 and 5/1, 12:00 p.m., in the SIFP Conference Room (36 University Place, Suite 330).

Facilitated by Joe Cooper, Psy.D. and David Campbell, Ph.D.

Many people have thoughts feelings or experiences they don’t want to have. Sometimes when our emotions run too hot or too cold we can end up doing things we regret or that get in the way of our success. This group is not designed to “get rid of” unwanted thoughts and feelings, but instead to help you manage difficult feelings more effectively and healthfully. This group will provide you the opportunity to expand your repertoire of coping tools and strengthen your own sense of dignity, integrity, and self-discipline.

Membership: Open to undergraduate students, graduate students and their eligible dependents.

Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m.

Facilitated by Sodah Minty, Psy.D. and Elena Cucco, Ph.D.

Contact sminty@princeton.edu or ecucco@princeton.edu for more information.

Learn about yourself and how others see you, how to cope with problems (including stress, anxiety, sadness), and develop more satisfying relationships. 

Membership: Open to all graduate students.

Mondays, 2:00 p.m. 

Facilitated by Jessica Oddo, Psy.D. and Sodah Minty, Psy.D.

Contact joddo@princeton.edu to join.

Connect with others to share experiences and discuss issues related to eating and body image. We’ll also practice skills to manage difficult or unpredictable emotions that may contribute to struggles with eating.

Membership: Open to undergraduate students, graduate students and their eligible dependents.

Fridays, 11:00 s.m.

Facilitated by Dora Coman, Ph.D. and Anna Braverman, Psy.D. 

Contact ab36@princeton.edu to join.

Relax, Restore, Connect. Share your experiences and talk with fellow students in a supportive and confidential space, free from pressure and judgment. We’ll focus on learning ways to cope with challenges, as well as bringing more calm, self-acceptance, and peaceful mind into your day-to-day life. 

Membership: Open to undergraduate students, graduate students and their eligible dependents.

Mondays, 3:30 p.m., CPS Lounge, 3rd Floor of McCosh Health Center

Facilitated by Loretta Acquaah, LMSW & Joe Cooper, Psy.D.

Contact lacquaah@princeton.edu to join.

Join our lunch gathering for Muslim women to discuss topics that pertain to their identities, both visible and invisible, as they navigate life as Princeton students. Topics can range from spiritual growth, professional development, mental health, relationships, sexual health and more. The Sister’s Circle is intended to create a comfortable and safe space for Muslim women at Princeton to support, learn from, and grow with each other.

Membership: Open to female-identified Muslim students undergraduate students, graduate students and their eligible dependents.

Tuesday, 3/5 and 4/2, 12:00-2:00 p.m., Murray-Dodge Hall, Room 104.

Facilitated by Yusra Syed, Assistant to the Muslim Life Chaplain, and Sodah Minty, Psy.D.

Contact ysyed@princeton.edu or sminty@princeton.edu with questions or to join.

Connect with international students and scholars (and enjoy a hearty lunch)—Topics include cultural norms, academics, family, etc. and the goal is to spark conversations about culture, connection, acculturation and diversity. Featured guest talks by individuals spanning a wide range of campus offices and organizations. Drop-ins welcome.

Membership: Open to undergraduate international students, graduate international students and their eligible dependents.

Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. in Julis-Rabinowitz Center, Room 301.

Facilitated by Anna Braverman, Psy.D.

A weekly psychotherapy support group, where we share and process our experiences as womxn and femmes of color, in a safe(r) and confidential space. Common topics include relationships, oppression, what it’s like to be in our bodies, acculturation, self-care, feeling invisible, trauma, identities, and managing stress, sadness, loneliness, frustration, and anxiety. Tea and snacks will be served. All group members will be asked to set up a pre-group meet-n-greet with Jess — email jj31@princeton.edu to schedule.

Membership: Open to all undergraduate and graduate students who identify as people of color. We welcome all womxn and femme gender identities and expressions, including but not limited to trans, cisgender, gender non-conforming and non-binary people.

Tuesdays, 2:00-3:00 p.m. in Carl A. Fields Center (starting February 12^th, 2019)

Facilitated by Jess Joseph, Ph.D. (she/her/hers pronouns, with conflict)