Group Counseling

Wednesdays from 4-5pm in the Damen Student Center

Group will start February 5th

This is a peer support group for students experiencing grief and loss that is co-facilitated by the Wellness Center and Campus Ministry. This eight week group will cover psycho-education around grief, give students space to process with each other, and explore ways to ritualize and honor grief. Please contact Gloria Feliciano Feltman at 773-508-2629 or gfeliciano@luc.edu for questions and to join. 

Group starts: Thursday, Feb 6 via zoom, 9:30-11:30am

This semester-long interpersonal process group provides a safe space for graduate students to share experiences, learn new perspectives, and experiment with new ways of relating to others. The goal is to help decrease a sense of isolation, increase self-awareness, and improve relationships. In the group, you will give and receive support and feedback and learn to communicate your emotions and needs in effective ways. The group is only open to students who are currently in the state of Illinois.

Please contact Nisha Kumar, PsyD at nkumar5@luc.edu for more information or to set up a pre-group screen.

8-week course meets Thursdays 3:00pm-4:15 at LSC Wellness Center  

* Required information session:  Feb 6 or Feb 13 (attend one) 

Based on research we know that belonging is essential for greater wellbeing. This program is an eight-week exploration of belonging. Learn about the science of connection, engage in mind/body practices and integrate what you learn with time during the sessions for art making (no skills needed). Connect to yourself, others and the environment. (Free art journal provided).

To register or ask questions email Dianna Stencel, LCSW at dstence@luc.edu 

Mondays, 3-4:30pm at LSC Wellness Center

This 8-week group uses evidence-based strategies to help you better understand how anxiety impacts your daily life and learn helpful skills to effectively manage stressors. There are multiple sections of this group. 

If you are interested in learning more, contact Taylor Eippert at teippert@luc.edu 

Mondays 1-2:30pm at LSC Wellness Center

Runs from Feb 17 through April 28

This group is for anyone who is looking to better manage their emotional responses.  This skills training group will teach students how to regulate emotions with constructive coping skills.

Please email or call one of the facilitators if you are interested in learning more. Gloria Feliciano Feltman: gfeliciano@luc.edu or Cassy Firkins: cfirkins@luc.edu 

Mondays 3:30 – 4:30 pm at Information Commons’ Quiet Reading Room (317)

                    First session starts on Monday Jan 27 & ends on Apr 21 

Now more than ever we realize the importance of connection with others. The combination of connecting with others and the benefits of meditation is what this group is about. It’s much easier to meditate with the support of a group & certified teacher as you connect with others! Learn how to meditate & incorporate it into your daily life OR support an existing practice. See why this group has been going since 2002! Sessions are ongoing, newcomers are always welcome (no perfect people allowed- come as you are). To register or ask questions email Dianna Stencel, LCSW at dstence@luc.edu

Meets Wednesdays 3 pm- 4:30 pm at LSC Wellness Center  

Information sessions held 3 pm- 4:30 pm on Wed. Jan 29 or Feb 5 (attend one) 

* Required attendance of ONE information session before joining the group 

An 8-week mindfulness- based group designed to help you better manage feelings of stress & improve mood. Quote from a past participant: ‘… a program such as this one can make a huge difference!’ You will receive a free e-handbook & recordings to help you with your at-home practice. To register or ask questions email Dianna Stencel, LCSW at dstence@luc.edu

Fridays 1-2pm via zoom

This group is open to graduate students at any stage of completing the master’s thesis or doctoral dissertation. Join us for tips and support for maintaining progress on your research project. We will discuss writer's block, staying motivated, isolation, stress management, and more. This warm and welcoming space can help you achieve your goals!

Contact Andrea Boyd, PhD at aboyd2@luc.edu to request group membership.

Tuesdays 4-5pm at LSC Wellness Center

In this 10-week group you will learn the 10 principles of Intuitive Eating and build a better relationship with food and your body. Group screening required to participate.  

Contact Alexa Ross, MS, RDN, LDN (aross15@luc.edu) or Gloria Feliciano-Feltman, LCSW (gfeliciano@luc.edu) for more information 

Wednesdays 4-5pm

This group centers on the experiences of graduate and professional students whose identity includes Black/African ancestry. It is a welcoming space for students to find community and encouragement through the Loyola experience from a culturally sensitive lens. We may discuss stress management, navigating challenges, career planning, identity-related concerns, relationships, work/life balance, and self-care. This group is open to all LUC students and meets on Wednesdays at 4pm, via Zoom.

Contact Andrea Boyd, Ph.D., 773-508-2534 or aboyd2@luc.edu for additional information.

Fridays 1:30-3pm at LSC Wellness Center

First Session starts Feb 7

Open to all students, this semester long therapy group supports and centers the experiences of undergraduate and graduate students who identify as LGBTQIA+. The group has three goals: 1) to provide a safe, supportive, confidential, and nonjudgmental space for LGBTQIA+ students to connect with one another; 2) to help LGBTQIA+ students discuss and examine their experiences as LGBTQIA+ people; and 3) to support students as they practice helping one another. Possible group topics: “coming out,” managing relationships, coping with cissexism, heteronormativity, and heterosexism; finding community at LUC and beyond, and addressing mental health needs.  

Dr. Torres, a gay, cis-male, clinical psychologist at the Wellness Center, facilitates the group. A screening appointment with Dr. Torres is required for group participation. When full, the group will close to new members. Students wishing to learn more about the group, or to schedule a screening appointment, should email Dr. Sebastián Torres at rtorres14@luc.edu  

Tuesdays 2-3 pm at LSC Wellness Center

This support group centers the experience of Latine students who are looking for a space to connect with others and find community. Past group topics have been focused on finding support within a larger Loyola community, relationships, stress management, and managing transitions.   

Questions should be directed to Beatriz Gonzalez, LCSW at bgonzalez6@luc.edu.