Group counseling is often the most beneficial option for addressing many student concerns. At CAPS, we are committed to meeting the evolving needs of our student community. While our current list of therapy and support groups reflect existing offerings, we are continually assessing student interest and mental health trends. If you do not see a group that meets your needs, please do not hesitate to reach out—new groups may be added throughout the year based on demand and student feedback.
CAPS groups services are provided at no additional cost to the student and are unlimited. All groups are open to all currently enrolled UNC Charlotte students who are eligible for services. Groups do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status listed in University Policy: 501.
The groups listed below will meet throughout the semester and typically consist of 5-10 students. To participate in the group, students must attend an initial consultation at CAPS to discuss their goals and needs. Please call CAPS at (704) 687-0311 or come to the CAPS building (Price Center) for this initial consultation.
Please check individual group descriptions for more information and email caps@charlotte.edu with any questions.
Mondays 1:30 - 3 PM
Miltonjha Grier, LCSW & LaKaylyn Washington, MA
This group offers a supportive space for students who often find themselves carrying multiple responsibilities while navigating environments where they feel underrepresented or held to high expectations. We hope to offer a supportive space to explore identity, wellbeing, and the unique pressures that can come with balancing academic, work, family and personal responsibilities. Discussions often include expectations around strength and competence, navigating environments where you may feel overlooked or misunderstood, societal influences, relationships, and self care. Together we focus on connection, authenticity, and empowerment as members build connection and support while developing wellness strategies to move forward with confidence and self definition.
Thursdays 1 - 2:30 PM
Renita Sengupta, PsyD & Lia Bauert, B.S.
This group offers a supportive and affirming space for students to explore identity, self-expression, and belonging. Together we discuss topics such as building community, navigating relationships, sharing your story with others, self-esteem, and living more authentically. This space is designed for students who may feel different, misunderstood, or are seeking connection around shared experiences. Members are invited to show up as their full selves in a safe, nonjudgmental environment.
Thursdays 3:30 - 5 PM
Nicolas Williams, Ph.D., LCMHCA & Kofi Adjepong, MA
A supportive process group for students exploring how identity, lived experiences, and societal pressures shape wellbeing. This space centers the experiences of those who have felt overlooked or burdened by expectations of strength and self reliance. Topics may include relationships, isolation, identity-related and family expectations, spirituality, and defining your own path forward. The goal is connection, healing, and empowerment.
Tuesdays 3:30 - 5 PM
Myya Singletary, PhD, & William Allen, PsyM
Wednesdays 1:30 - 3 PM
Jalisa Lewis, LCSW & Sophie Hirsch, MA
These therapy groups are designed for students who are interested in understanding themselves and their relationship patterns, learning to communicate more effectively with others, and gaining support and feedback from peers. Through building a caring, supportive, and collaborative environment, these groups help members learn more about the ways they interact with others, while also developing greater self-awareness and a healthy self-concept.
The community drop-in spaces below provide monthly, drop-in support for students with shared experiences. These drop-in spaces do not require any registration or prior contact with CAPS. Simply show up at the designated in-person location.
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This space will be offered from 3:30PM - 4:20PM on 3/18, 4/8, and 4/22 - Barnard 108