Group Counseling at University Counseling Services
In group counseling, a small number of people meet together with one or two of our psychologists to help themselves and one another. Joining a group provides opportunities to learn with and from other people, to understand one's own patterns of thought and behavior and those of others, and to perceive how group members react to one another. You learn that perhaps you're not as different as you think, or that you're not alone. You'll meet and interact with people, and the whole group learns to work on shared problems. Group counseling helps people make significant changes so they feel better about the quality of their lives.
Important: All groups require an initial meeting with the clinician listed under the group unless specified as drop-in.
Fall 2009
The Men's Group
The Men's Group provides an opportunity for men to connect with male peers in order to share concerns and feelings in a safe and supportive setting. Topics often include peer relationships, family dynamics, past traumas of various kinds, etc. Many members are dealing with the effects of dysfunction or non-existent relationships with their fathers and the absence of any significant older men in their boyhood years. Admission to the group requires a brief screening interview with the Facilitator. If you are interested in learning more about the group, please contact: David John Smith, Ph.D. Senior Staff Psychologist Campion Hall Room 301 (Lynch School of Education), 617-552-4210