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Counseling and Psychological Services

Student Health and Athletics Building, 2nd Floor

Phone: (209) 228-4266 |  Fax: (209) 500-6335 | 

E-mail: counseling@ucmerced.edu *Never e-mail private health information

Hours: Monday-Friday 8 am- 4:30 pm

After-Hours Crisis Line: (209)228-4266, option 1

Express Yourself: Arts & Crafts led by Menchie Agtarap,PhD & Grace L. Abear, PsyD

This group is focused on using arts & crafts as a tool for self-discovery, creative self-expression, and self-care, with different themes / activities each week.

Tuesdays and Wednesdays 3:30-5pm - starts 9/17

 

Healing Through Horticulture led by Bri Freeman, PsyD

Thursdays 3-4:30pm - starts 9/12

Students will engage in hands-on plant activities to understand the impact of trauma, develop coping skills, and create a calming, restorative environment. This group combines the healing nature of plants with trauma-informed care.

 

Morning Mindfulness led by Darrah Wilson, LMFT PPS

Guided mindfulness sessions led by an experienced clinician, learning techniques to enhance focus, reduce stress, and boost overall well-being.

Fridays 9-10 am - starts 9/6

 

Graduate Support led by Harvey Zhang, PsyD

Discuss and learn about topics relevant to Grad Student life, including: balancing grad school and life, interpersonal relationships, advisor/advisee dynamics, and more. Make connections with other Grad Students and gain information and skills related to mental health.

Wednesdays 11 am-12pm - starts 9/18

 

Social Game Changers led by Bri Freeman, PsyD & Joseph A. Ramirez, PhD

Help foster essential social skills by playing tabletop games in a supportive environment where you can begin mastering the social challenges of university life. Build meaningful relationships and level up your communication skills.

Thursdays 1-2:30pm - starts 9/19

 

DBT Skills led by Darrah Wilson, LMFT PPS

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) groups learn & practice skills aimed at managing emotions, improving relationships,& enhancing well-being through 4 skill sets: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, & Interpersonal Effectiveness. *by referral only

Thursdays 3-4pm - starts 10/3

 

First Gen Roots led by Joseph Ramirez, PhD & Menchie Agtarap, PhD

Are you the FIRST in your family to attend college? Gather, connect, and empower one another through shared experiences.

Every other Wednesday 3-4:30pm- starts 9/11

 

Queer Space led by Grace L. Abear, PsyD & Joseph A. Ramirez, PhD

Queer Space represents our dedication to the holistic support and development of our campus community. Reserved for UCM students who identify within the LGBTQ+ community and/or are questioning their sexual orientation/gender identity.

Mondays 4:30-5:30 pm - starts 9/16