Wellness groups are available to currently enrolled USD undergraduate, graduate, and law students on campus. For current Professional and Continuing Education (PCE) and/or online-only students, Wellness offers the Coping with Stress virtual module series detailed below.
Fall 2026 group information
There is no charge for group counseling. If you have any questions about the groups offered from Student Wellness, please call the Counseling Center at (619) 260-4655 or fill out this interest form. You may also contact the group’s facilitator directly to learn more.
Empower is a wellness group for Black-identified USD undergraduate and graduate/law students. This space will create opportunities to actively foster self and community care, discuss health equity concerns, and connect over the experience of attending a PWI. Together we will work towards cultivating Black joy, learn strategies for wellbeing, increase mindfulness for racial healing, and identify ways to care for our community.
Meetings start in September--join our interest list to receive updates or follow @BeWellUSD.
To learn more or join: email the Black Student Resource Commons (BSRC) at bsrc@sandiego.edu or visit SLP 410, fill out the interest form linked above, or email Wellness at wellness@sandiego.edu.
Come connect with your fellow graduate and law students to build community, share experiences, and explore the challenges and successes that come with grad life. Lunch is on us! RSVP with group facilitators at least 24 hrs ahead of the meeting time to pick your lunch order.
Join us for our first meeting on Tuesday, September 22nd, 12-12:50 p.m.
Facilitated by Juliana Abercrombie, LPCC (she/her).
To learn more or join: fill out the interest form linked above or email the group facilitator at jabercrombie@sandiego.edu.
Grief Support Group is a weekly group for current undergraduate and graduate/law students coping with the death loss of a loved one. Each session will include education on grief, activities to encourage reflection, and a safe space to share and process your experience. Find support as you navigate grief, honor your loved one and move towards healing.
Meetings will begin in late September and will be held weekly.
Facilitated by Marian Concepcion, ACSW (she/her).
To learn more or join: fill out the interest form linked above or email the group facilitator at mrconcepcion@sandiego.edu to set up a meet-and-greet!
Ground in Motion: Nature-Based Movement Therapy Group is a confidential, safe, outdoor counseling group designed for currently enrolled students. Blending Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and somatic walking pacing, each session offers a supportive space for outdoor mindfulness, wellness skill-building, and peer connection. Heavy-duty field journals and snacks provided!
Meeting weekly on Wednesdays, 7:30-9:00am, starting in front of Palomar Student Wellness Center before heading out to campus trails.
Facilitated by Meg Martin, APCC (she/her).
To learn more or join: fill out the interest form linked above or email the group facilitator at meganmartin@sandiego.edu.
This group is for male-identified undergraduate students to meet up, make real connections, and build community through authentic conversation. Join us for a confidential environment to talk about what's actually on your mind. Pizza provided!
Meeting weekly on Wednesdays, 6-7:30 p.m., starting in September!
Facilitated by Chris Burden, PsyD (he/him) and Wellness staff.
To learn more or join: fill out the interest form linked above or email Wellness at wellness@sandiego.edu.
Military Support Group aims to provide a supportive space for current USD students who are active duty and veteran service members. This group offers community to explore challenges as a military-connected student, transitioning from service to classroom environments, and other topics related to being a nontraditional student. Co-sponsored by Military and Veterans Program (MVP) and Associated Student Government. Lunch will be provided!
Meeting every other Wednesday 1-2 p.m. in UC 205, starting September 16th.
To learn more or join: visit the Epstein Family Military Center in the University Center, fill out the interest form linked above, or email Wellness at wellness@sandiego.edu.
Rainbow Process Group (RPG) is a small, confidential, and safe psychoeducational counseling group exclusively for currently enrolled students (both undergraduate and graduate students) in the LGBTQ+ community. Each session will offer space for connection, wellness skill-building, and reflection. We will meet every other week for the fall semester. Dinner will be provided!
Meeting every other Monday 5-7 p.m., beginning September 21st!
Facilitated by Meg Martin, APCC (she/her).
To learn more or join: fill out the interest form linked above or email the group facilitator at meganmartin@sandiego.edu.
Sober Circle is your space at USD. Whether you are fully sober, taking a break, or sober curious, join us to (re)define community on campus. Each meeting will be your opportunity to connect and build community. Your vibe. Your choice. Your Circle. Lunch provided!
Meeting weekly on Thursdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m., beginning October 1st.
Facilitated by Alyssa Leyba, PsyD (she/her) & Julio Brionez, PhD (he/him).
To learn more or join: fill out the interest form linked above or email the group facilitators at aleyba@sandiego.edu or jbrionez@sandiego.edu.
Join us for lunch in a safe space where together we will engage in meaningful conversations, build community, and discuss our experiences as women of color. Undergraduates and graduate/law students welcome. Add your name to the group interest list to participate in lunch!
Meeting three times in Fall 2026, 12-1:15 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 7th
- Thursday October 29th
- Wednesday November 18th
Facilitated by Luiza Martins, PhD (she/her).
To learn more or join: fill out the interest form linked above or email the group facilitators at lmartins@sandiego.edu.
Coping with Stress (CWS)
Coping with Stress - Virtual Modules
How are you dealing with stress in your life? This virtual module series is for any USD undergraduate, graduate/law, or PCE student wanting to improve their relationship with stress and anxiety. This convenient series can be accessed online anytime for self-paced exploration of different skills for managing stress. You can listen along or click through slide decks to learn about the skills, and access additional resources to support healthy stress management.
To access this virtual series: email Wellness at wellness@sandiego.edu.