Groups and Workshops

What to Expect

Groups are a helpful option for connecting with other people who may experience similar feelings, thoughts, or struggles. A group is safe and confidential space to get support and learn ways of coping with stressors, mental health symptoms, or better understand yourself.

Workshops are focused on introducing and practicing techniques and skills to support your wellbeing.

Groups and workshops are no cost for students attending at least one UAS course and do not count toward the 6 sessions per semester limit for individual counseling. If you decide to attend a group or a workshop offered through Zoom, please be mindful of the location that you Zoom from and choose a quiet, private space.

How to Sign Up

Please read the descriptions below for the groups and workshops offered in the current semester or visit UAS Connect. Additional groups and workshops will be posted throughout the semester. Please check back periodically for new options. If you have questions or need more information about counseling services, please contact the Student Resource Center at 907-796-6000 or e-mail [email protected].

For a group or workshop, sign up by contacting Carrie Kline, 907-796-6465 or e-mailing [email protected]. For a group participation, please complete a Group Tele-counseling Consent Form.

Please note for groups only: Due to tele-health and licensing regulations, the UAS Counseling Office cannot provide counseling services to students residing outside of Alaska. We also ask students eligible to participate in groups to provide the location they are attending from, phone number, an emergency contact, and the number of classes they are currently registered for when signing up. This information will not be shared with anyone and will only be used in emergencies.

Mental Health Groups

UAS Art Therapy Group 

A mental health group focused on the healing power of creativity. Topics to create art from or media processes will be suggested and demonstrated, but it is not required to make these. Art materials will be provided to in-person participants, but all participants are welcome to use their own art materials. Carrie Kline, UAS Lead Counselor and Art Therapist, will be available to assist with art making and discussion. The UAS Art Therapy Group will meet Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 pm in Egan 211, Juneau Campus. Meeting dates and demonstrated art processes are:

• 2/21: Image transfers with tape
• 3/21: Mandalas
• 4/11: Coping tool kits

Sign up by e-mailing or calling Carrie Kline, 907-796-6465 or [email protected]. Please complete a Group Tele-counseling Consent Form before attending.

Wellness Activities and Workshops

Harnessing Your Power 

Harnessing Your Power is asupportive and empowering groupwhere you'll learn practical strategies to understand and navigate stress. 

In this group, you will:

• Identify your unique stress triggers: Understand what contributes to your stress.
• Master effective coping mechanisms: Explore a variety of techniques, including mindfulness, relaxation exercises, and reframing.
• Connect with others: Share your experiences and learn from others in a supportive and non-judgmental environment.

Harnessing Your Power will meet Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 pm in Egan 211, Juneau Campus and by Zoom on 2/28, 3/28, and 4/25. The Zoom link is available on UAS Connect. 

Political Stress Support

Learn stress management techniques and share your thoughts and feelings about political experiences. Group will meet Fridays from 3:30 to 4:30 pm on the following dates and formats:

• 2/7: Zoom (link available on UAS Connect)
• 3/7: In-person, Egan Library Room 211
• 4/4: In-person, Egan Library Room 211