Counseling and Career Development Center

Fall 2009 Groups and Workshops

For more information about these groups and workshops, please contact Dr. Kim Rowan at 912-478-5541.

Please keep checking back, as additional groups and/or workshops may be added throughout the semester!

“A Guided Journey of the Self”

(Self-reflection & Self-understanding Workshop, with Ms. Angela Ogburn)

This personal-growth workshop uses meditation and journal writing to help you explore your inner Self. You'll increase awareness of your Self through writing exercises spanning personality traits, values, relationship patterns with others, and more!

“Rainbow Connection”

(GLBTQ Therapy and Support Group, with Dr. Kim Rowan and Dr. Scott Sokoloski)

For gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, or transsexual individuals, as well as those who may be questioning their sexual and/or gender identity. An opportunity to discuss general mental health issues as well as sexual minority-specific concerns within a safe and supportive environment.

“Women Supporting Women”

(Women’s Support Group, with Dr. Shannon Fussell and Dr. Merry Gallagher)

A group focusing on empowering women in all aspects of their lives, including academic pursuits and interpersonal relationships.

“Deeper Connections”

(Interpersonal Therapy and Support Group, with Dr. Steven Jacobson)

The focus in this group is increasing awareness and insight into relationship patterns and learning healthier ways of relating to others through group interaction.

“What Your Momma Never Taught Ya...”

(An Introduction to Social Skills Workshop, with Ms. Angela Ogburn)

Learn strategies and practice methods for talking to others in order to gain comfort and confidence in your social skills. This group can help you to make changes that could enable the formation and deepening of social connections. Topics may include: Starting Conversations, Assertiveness, Non-Verbal Behavior, and ways to connect socially.

“Stress and Anxiety Management”

(Workshop, with Ms. Angela Ogburn)

In this workshop, you’ll learn about different types of anxiety, discover possible causes, and learn strategies for managing it more effectively in your life.