Groups & Workshops

About Groups

The services and programs of the Counseling Center are open to all eligible students regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age.

Group counseling can be a very effective way to address a wide range of issues. What better way to address what’s on your mind than to get input from people who can relate to you! Groups can help people feel connected, get lots of feedback and ideas, and find hope that things can be better. Groups typically include 5-8 participants and 1 or 2 therapists and meet for 60-90 minutes each week for the duration of a semester. Groups are confidential, and participants sign agreements stating they will uphold confidentiality.

Many people have beliefs about group counseling, perhaps from word of mouth, television shows, or just their own expectations. The document below includes a variety of myths that you may have heard about groups. Reading through this may help you feel at ease before attending your first group.

Fall 2026 Groups and Workshops!

See descriptions of our typical group offerings below. 

Please contact the group facilitator(s) listed for more information, or to sign up.
You may also call to sign up or inquire for more information: 502-852-6585.    
*All are welcome; all can benefit*

Art Therapy Group

Art therapy group offers participants a nonjudgmental space to incorporate artmaking into their personal growth and healing processes. We will use a variety of art materials to explore how our creativity can help us cope. Issues commonly addressed include anxiety, depression, grief, relationship concerns, self-esteem, family of origin, etc. No artistic experience required!

*Now offering two sections! Please choose between the Monday OR Thursday group:

Mondays 3pm-4:30pm, starts 8/31/26
Location: SAC W204- Counseling Center
Facilitator: Rachel Evans, ATR-BC, LPCC-S (rachelf.evans@louisville.edu)

Thursdays 3pm-4:30pm, starts 9/3/26
Location: SAC W204- Counseling Center
Facilitator: Katie Regan, LCADC, LPAT (katie.regan@louisville.edu) 

Chronic Illness Support Group

Chronic Illness Support Group

This group focuses on students’ experiences living with chronic physical and/or mental health concerns. You’ll be able to give and receive peer support and share resources for coping and self-advocacy. You will not need to share diagnoses or any other personal health information. No ongoing commitment required, attend as often as you’d like. The space will be facilitated by a licensed counselor. Please contact the group facilitator in advance if you’d like to participate and to request accommodations.

Tuesdays 12pm-1pm, starts 9/1/26
Location: Hybrid. Virtual on Microsoft Teams or in person SACW 204- Counseling Center Students from all UofL campuses are welcome to participate.
Facilitator: Megan Hobbs Begovic, LPCC, (megan.hobbs-begovic@louisville.edu)

Silver Linings

Do you struggle with worry you find difficult to control, lack of motivation, or feelings of sadness? Do you feel like anxiety is holding you back in life?  You’re not alone! College students are increasingly struggling with depression and anxiety. Join our group to learn how to manage worries and woes, develop positive coping skills, find support and the silver linings in a judgment-free space.

Wednesdays 3pm-4pm, starts 9/2/26
Location: SAC W204- Counseling Center
Facilitators: Sarah Kolb, PhD (sarah.kolb@louisville.edu;)

Graduate Student Support Group

Come join us and meet other graduate students from a variety of disciplines with whom you can share your struggles and successes in both graduate school and life. The goal of this group is to provide a comfortable space to receive and offer support as you navigate through your graduate school journey. This group is led by two licensed therapists. 

Biweekly on Wednesdays, 4:30pm-5:30pm, starts 9/2/26
Meeting dates: 9/2/26, 9/16/26, 9/30/26, 10/28/26, 11/11/26 
Location: SAC W204- Counseling Center
Facilitators: Gabrielle Billings, LCSW & Katy Baxter, LCSW 
(gabrielle.billings@louisville.edu; katheryn.baxter.1@louisville.edu)

Workshops!

Self-Care Club

Feeling tired, stressed out, or overwhelmed? Wanting to casually connect with other students without pressure to talk while doing something good for your mental health? Then Self-Care Club might be for you! Come join us for activities aimed at helping you boost your mood and relax your mind. There’s no commitment required, and you can attend any or all of the 3 events. See dates and event descriptions below. Light refreshments provided.

Mondays 3pm-4 pm, on 8/31/26, 9/28/26, and 10/19/26
Location: All 3 events will be in the SAC W107 (near the Marketplace)

•  8/31/26, Be Here Now: An Hour of Mindfulness and Relaxation 
  Feeling stressed? Learn how to settle in, let go, and find peace in the present moment. Join us for a guided meditation, fun with calming tools (like singing bowls and fidgets), and a mindful eating exercise with a free snack of your choice! 
  Facilitator: Lauren Marietta, LPCC-S (lauren.marietta@louisville.edu)
   
• 9/28/26, Bead and Breathe: Beaded Lizard/Animal Keychain Making
  Making beaded lizard keychains to promote self-care through creativity and mindfulness- encouraging you to slow down, focus on the present moment, and experience the calming benefits of working with your hands. Everyone will leave with a physical reminder that self-care doesn't have to be complicated. Facilitator: Teea Fullen Barnes, LPCC (teea.fullenbarnes@louisville.edu)
   
• 10/19/26, Flow State: Yoga + Art Therapy Experience
  Find your flow and let creativity lead the way. Through gentle yoga poses and intuitive art-making, you'll explore the mind-body connection while creating space for relaxation, insight, and self-expression. All levels of experience welcome. 
  Facilitator: Gabrielle Ebeling Rodriguez, LPCC, LPAT, ATR-BC (gabrielle.ebelingrodriguez@louisville.edu)
   

Study Hall Club

Study Hall Club provides a 90-minute dedicated space to focus on homework, studying, or projects while connecting with other students in a welcoming, low-pressure environment. Drop in anytime throughout the semester and stay for as much or as little of the session as you'd like.

Biweekly on Thursdays 2pm-3:30pm, starts on 9/3/26
Meeting dates: 9/3/26, 9/24/26, 10/8/26, 10/22/26, 11-5-26, 11-19-26
Location: SAC W107 (near the Marketplace)
Facilitator: Gabrielle Ebeling Rodriguez, LPCC, LPAT, ATR-BC (gabrielle.ebelingrodriguez@louisville.edu)

Organizing the Chaos: How to better manage your time, studies, and life

Monday 9/14/26 2pm-3pm Hybrid: Virtual on Zoom and in SAC W107 
Facilitator: Lauren Marietta, LPCC-S lauren.marietta@louisville.edu
Sign up on Engage: https://louisville.campuslabs.com/engage/

Embracing Disability Identity: Learn to support yourself and others with disabilities

Monday 10/12/26 2pm-3pm Hybrid: Virtual on Zoom and in SAW W107 
Facilitator: Lauren Marietta, LPCC-S lauren.marietta@louisville.edu
Sign up on Engage: https://louisville.campuslabs.com/engage/