Group Counseling

Group therapy offers a supportive space to gain insight, practice new skills, receive feedback, and notice patterns as they appear in real time. For some students, joining a group is one of the most impactful and rewarding experiences they have during their time at Emory.

Group

CAPS offers different types of groups:

  • Therapy Groups – Ongoing groups where you can explore emotions, relationships, and self-understanding in a supportive space. Great for gaining insight and connecting with peers.
  • Skills‑Based Groups – Hands-on groups that help you master specific skills like stress management, emotion regulation, and coping strategies.
  • Support Groups – Groups focused on shared experiences or identities, offering connection, validation, and peer support.

Spring 2026 Therapy Groups

Wednesdays | 2:00–3:30 PM | CAPS

Get to know yourself better while building stronger, healthier relationships. In this group, students talk about real‑life relationship challenges, practice handling conflict, and learn ways to stay connected with others while managing school and everyday stress.

Wednesdays | 4:00–5:30 PM | Virtual

A supportive space for students with chronic health conditions to connect, share strategies, access resources, and build community. All students managing a chronic condition are welcome.

This group is currently closed and not accepting new members. We encourage you to explore other available groups or check back next semester for updated offerings.

Mondays | 1:00–2:30 PM | CAPS

Learn practical Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) skills to help you respond differently to anxious thoughts, low moods, and self-defeating behaviors.

This group is currently closed and not accepting new members. We encourage you to explore other available groups or check back next semester for updated offerings.

Fridays | 12:30–2:00 PM | CAPS
Fridays | 2:00–3:30 PM | Virtual

A supportive space for graduate students to pause, connect, and navigate the ups and downs of academic life together.

Fridays | 1:00–2:30 PM | CAPS

An 8 -week group to help those experiencing grief navigate the complex emotions and challenges that come with the loss of a loved one. (Note: This group does not focus on pet loss or loss by suicide.)

Tuesdays | 1:00-2:00 PM | Virtual

A supportive and healing space for women to build community among one another as they freely explore and discuss challenges related to identity, academic life, current events, relationships, and mental health.

Tuesdays | 2:00–3:30 PM | CAPS

A space for men at Emory to gather, reflect, and be real. This group offers community, connection, and honest conversation—about life, identity, mental health, and everything in between.

This group is currently closed and not accepting new members. We encourage you to explore other available groups or check back next semester for updated offerings.

Joining a CAPS Group

To participate in group therapy at CAPS:

  1. Schedule an initial consultation with CAPS (Get Started | Emory University | Atlanta GA) OR call CAPS at (404) 727-7450
  2. During this meeting, a clinician will learn about your concerns and discuss whether group therapy may be a good fit
  3. If appropriate, you will be referred to a group that aligns with your needs and availability

Common Misperceptions about Group

  • Myth: “I will be forced to share my deepest, darkest secrets”
    Fact: You choose what you share. Many students naturaly open up more once they feel safe, but no one is ever forced. Moving at your own pace often makes the group experience more meaningful.
  • Myth:  “Individual therapy is better than group therapy.”
    Fact: Group therapy can be just as, or sometimes more effective than individual therapy. It is particularly helpful for relationship or interpersonal concerns.  If you are recommended for a group, it’s because your clinician believes it’s the best way to meet your needs.
  • Myth: “I’m too anxious to talk; I’ll never be able to share in a group.”
    Fact: Most students feel nervous at first, but almost everyone begins sharing within a few sessions. Group members understand what it’s like to be new, and the supportive environment helps students participate at their own pace.
  • Myth: “I won’t get what I need because I’ll have to share time with others.”
    Fact: The beauty of group therapy is that you benefit from both your own contributions and what others share. Listening to others’ experiences often provides insight, perspective, and ideas you might not have considered. Sharing and learning together can make group therapy more efficient and impactful than individual sessions alone.
  • Myth: “Hearing other students’ problems will only make me feel worse.”
    Fact: Many students actually find it comforting to hear others’ experiences. It can reduce isolation, provide perspective, and help you feel supported rather than overwhelmed.

For more information about the Counseling and Psychological Services Group Program or questions about joining groups, please contact Alexandra Scott, PsyD at (404) 727-7450 or ajscot7@emory.edu