Groups Offered: Spring 2008

Cook Counseling Center staff will be providing a broad range of counseling goups and workshops for Spring Semester 2008.  Times and dates TBA here soon!

The Thomas E. Cook Counseling Center (CCC) offers a variety of free counseling groups and workshops for Virginia Tech students.  Often the number of participants per group is limited.  Therapy groups are often viewed as equally or more helpful than individual counseling because of its interactive and community emphasis.  Interested students are encouraged to contact the CCC and sign-up as soon as possible.  For more information about groups please see our Group Brochure or contact the Thomas E. Cook Counseling Center at 540-231-6557.

Understanding Self and Others
General Process Groups

For students who wish to increase self-understanding, self-esteem, and intimacy in relationships, as well as address their interpersonal style and relationship-building skills.

Day and Times:
Tuesday at 2:30pm (Undergrad)

Friday at 10.30am (Undergrad)

Friday at 1:30pm (Undergrad)

Monday at 10:00am (Grad)

Thursday at 3:15pm (Grad)

Where:
Thomas E. Cook Counseling Center
240 McComas Hall, Room 258

To join a group contact the Cook Counseling Center

Questions? Contact Dr. Tevya Zukor at 231-6557

Minding the Self: A Mindfulness-Based Skill Building Group

Stressed?  Depressed?  Anxious?

Achieve a balanced lifestyle, alleviate stress, and cope with depression.
Experience the ancient art of meditation.
Build strategies for managing thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
Learn a new way of being through living in the "present moment", practicing acceptance, and adopting a nonjudgmental attitude.

 8 sessions starting in late January - Must register in advance

Date/Time:  Tuesdays 1:00 - 2:00
Location:  258 McComas Hall

If interested,  please call 231-6557 and ask to speak with Keith Kaufman or Anna Epperson.

Relaxation Workshop

This weekly workshop offers a different relaxation skill or technique each week.  Stop by to learn a new skill and some helpful techniques to get you through your stress.

Attend any session!
Wednesdays 4-5:00pm
January 30 through April  30
258 McComas

Positive Thinking Workshops

Our thoughts affect the way we behave and feel. Attend this workshop/seminar and learn how to think more positively and realistically.  Monitoring and challenging old habits may help you feel better about yourself and the world around you!

Attend any session!
Wednesdays 3-4:00pm
January 30  through April 30
258 McComas

Becoming at Ease Around People
Uncomfortable around new people?  Having a hard time making friends? 

If your heart pounds and your palms sweat at the thought of meeting someone new and you find yourself staying alone in your room even though you'd like to get out and have friends, this group may be for you!  The goal of this group is to help students who experience a lot of discomfort or anxiety in social situations to develop skills for interacting with others and become more socially comfortable.  In a relaxed, supportive atmosphere, you will learn some new approaches to dealing with situations you find difficult.  You will also find that you are not alone!

Call 231-6557 and ask to speak to Debbie Thurneck or Anna Epperson.

Time:  Fridays at 3:15 - 4:30 (beginning mid-February)
Location:  258 McComas Hall

Concerned about Post-4/16 reactions?


The Cook Counseling Center is offering a walk-in group for students to discuss their concerns.  Benefit from talking to other students and mental health professionals about the issues that are on your mind.

Days and Times:  Wednesdays at 10:00 am

Where:  Thomas E. Cook Counseling Center
240 McComas Hall, Room 258

Questions?  Contact Debbie Thurneck at 231-6557 or email:  debbiet@vt.edu

Healing and Recovery: For Women Affected by Sexual Trauma

This 8-week group gives women a space to discuss the current impact the trauma may have on their lives and to exchange with each other ways for self-care and empowerment in a safe and supportive environment.  Topics may include: dynamics of sexual violence, depression and anger, relationships, guilt and shame, trust, boundaries, grief and loss, and self-esteem.

For more information or to register for the group, please click here or call Dr. Tevya Zukor (231-6557).

 

Body Image Support  Group

This group meets weekly throughout the semester to discuss body image dissatisfaction and related topics such as family and interpersonal relationships. The Body Image Support Group includes education on a variety of topics as well as open discussion.

 

Note:  The body image support group will not be held during the Spring Semester of 2008. Check back during the Summer for information about the group for the Fall Semester of 2008.

 

Study Skills Groups

Use this link to find out more about the How to Study Smarter Workshops offered throughout the semester.

Additional Groups

Additional groups will form as enough students request a common need and time so feel free to indicate your interest at any time of the semester.
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Cook Counseling Center's Online Screening Module

Cook Counseling Center and Screening for Mental Health, Inc. offer free and anonymous online screening for depression, alcohol use, eating disorders, and anxiety. The online screenings are informational, not diagnostic, and treatment recommendations are not provided. Online screening is made available so that Virginia Tech students may find out whether consultation with a Cook Counseling Center counselor may be helpful.