We provide free and confidential mental health services for all actively enrolled
                           students using a brief and focused treatment model.
                     
                     This short-term model allows us to serve the greatest number of students with limited
                        resources, and is capable of addressing a wide range of concerns. The majority of
                        students find that 1-6 sessions are effective in addressing their needs, with some
                        receiving less, and some receiving more. We assist in making community referrals for
                        students who would could benefit from longer-term counseling (generally more than
                        8 sessions).
                     
                     
                     
                     
                     
                     Individual Counseling
                     
                        
                        To establish counseling services and address mental health concerns, students can
                           choose to set up one of two types of appointments: an Initial Appointment or a Single
                           Solution Focused Appointment.
                        
                        Initial Appointments are a good fit for students who believe that their mental health concerns can be
                           addressed via counseling services such as individual and group counseling.
                        
                        Single Solution Focused Appointments are a good fit for students who believe that their concern may be addressed in a
                           one-time counseling appointment. Much of the focus during these appointments is addressing
                           immediate concerns and identifying solutions.
                        
                        These appointments are scheduled for 1 hour, and we ask that you arrive 30 minutes
                           early to complete computerized paperwork. Appointments are offered Monday through
                           Friday during both morning and afternoon times, on both the Summerville and Health
                           Sciences campus. Telehealth options are also available.
                         
                     Relational Counseling
                     
                        
                        Relational counseling is available to unmarried couples who attend ƹ϶Ƶ.
                           It is a good fit for couples who would like to receive support in addressing concerns
                           and challenges related to their romantic relationship. To establish counseling services,
                           one member of the couple must contact SCAPS to schedule an appointment. After a triage
                           call, the couple will be scheduled for an Couples Initial Appointment to begin brief therapy with a counselor. 
                        
                        These appointments are scheduled for 1 hour, and we ask that you arrive 20-30 minutes
                           early to complete computerized paperwork. Appointments are offered Monday through
                           Friday during both morning and afternoon times, on both the Summerville and Health
                           Sciences campus. Telehealth options may be available.
                         
                     
                     Consultation  
                     
                     Consultation Services
                     
                        
                        We provide in-person and phone consultation for all persons who are concerned about
                           a member of our university community. In addition, we consult with students who may
                           be uncertain as to whether they need counseling services or want to learn more about
                           what to expect from the counseling process. If you are concerned about a member of
                           our university community and wish to consult with one of our counselors, or if you
                           need help determining whether counseling is for you or what to expect from it, please
                           call us at 706-737-1471 to get connected to one of our counselors.
                         
                     
                      
                     
                     Group Counseling
                     
                     Group counseling is a great option for students presenting with a wide range of concerns
                        (e.g., interpersonal and relationship concerns; grief and loss; depression; anxiety;
                        adjustment issues) and for those who desire to learn more about themselves and others.
                        Through building relationships with group members, students will help each other reach
                        their goals and move closer to change. 
                     
                     What to Expect
                     
                        
                        Group counseling is an exciting way to experience personal growth through enriching
                           interpersonal connections with fellow students. You can expect to receive and provide
                           feedback and support to others and strengthen your relationship-building skills. Additionally,
                           group has been shown to be an effective form of treatment for anxiety, depression,
                           and many other mental health concerns.
                        
                        While verbal participation is not required during group, students generally find that
                           they get out of group what they put into it, and we encourage students to participate
                           at their own pace. Over time, group members are encouraged to push themselves into
                           trying new behaviors and ways of thinking. In this way, we see group counseling as
                           a “laboratory” to experiment with new ways of being in the world and with others.
                        
                        Groups generally run about 90 minutes, include 4-8 students at any given time, and
                           are co-led by two mental health professionals.
                        
                        To join a group, students first need to receive a triage appointment, at which time
                           they can speak with their counselor about their interest in one of our groups. 
                         
                     
                     
                     
                     Group Offerings
                     
                     INTERPERSONAL PROCESS GROUPS
                     
                        
                        
                           
                           These groups will provide opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students to
                              discuss concerns related to their academic, social, personal, and emotional lives
                              in a safe and supportive environment. Our process groups focus on the interactions
                              among group members, which allows students the opportunity to examine relationships,
                              provide and receive feedback, and explore communication styles in order to deepen
                              self-awareness and learn how to relate to others.
                           
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                     DBT-INFORMED SKILLS GROUP
                     
                        
                        This is a DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) informed skills group that is structured
                           and supportive. Group members will learn practical skills to better manage and understand
                           their emotions, improve their relationships and cope with challenging situations.
                           The group will meet weekly. Led by two trained therapists, the group will address
                           the four main modules of DBT: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance,
                           and interpersonal effectiveness. The group is designed to be a collaborative environment
                           aimed at enhancing emotional well-being and personal growth. 
                        
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