Groups
Fundamental to comprehensive and holistic mental health support is providing students opportunities to explore their mental health concerns and receive support in communal spaces. Licensed Mental Health Professionals participate in and facilitate group counseling and psychoeducation programming opportunities on a variety of topics related to mental health and wellbeing.
Support groups and programs are free and open to all currently enrolled Westchester Community College students, unless stated otherwise in the group description.
To stay up-to-date with our upcoming groups and programs, follow us @WCCMentalHealth on or check out our DMHCS Event Calendar above.
Available Department of Mental Health and Counseling Services Groups
Being creative can have positive mental health benefits. Come join our art therapy group and explore different creative outlets of self-expression, no experience or background in art needed! Art Therapy Group is facilitated by Alyssa Sousa, Licensed Creative Arts Therapist.
Where: David Swope Student Center Room 113 (Beverage Lab across from Student Involvement Office)
When: Every Wednesday from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM starting 9/9/2026 (unless posted). Follow dates on the events calendar.
Who: All currently enrolled WCC students can attend
Having a toolbox of coping skills can help manage stress and improve mental health and well-being. Learning new coping skills doesn’t have to take long! Stop by Coping on the Go table events where Nicole Martell, PhD, LMHC, will be highlighting a different strategy you can start using immediately to benefit your mental health!
COPING on the Go tables are open to the entire SUNY WCC population. All events will take place in the David Swope Student Center Cafeteria from 11:30 AM – 1 PM (unless posted otherwise).
Coping on the Go Dates
- 10/01/2026
- 10/13/2026
- 10/29/2026
- 11/10/2026
- 11/19/2026
- 12/01/2026
The narratives of our lives are not set definitive. We have the ability to process, reframe, and rewrite our own story. Join Tania Ramirez, LCSW, in a safe space to express your feelings, examine your narratives, and use creativity to learn tools to enhance your wellbeing. Materials will be provided.
This program will be held in the David Swope Student Center from 11:15 AM- 12:45 PM on the following dates:
- 10/14/2026
- 10/28/2026
- 11/11/2026
The Connecting Through Art Workshop is for students who are looking to connect with others through creativity. This group is designed for students who want to build meaningful connections in a supportive, collaborative & creative environment over a 4-week session. No artistic experience is necessary-just a willingness to create, connect, and be part of a welcoming community. Registration and a brief meeting with the lead counselor are required to attend. Complete the registration form.
This program will be held in the David Swope Student Center from 2:00 PM- 3:00 PM on the following dates:
- 10/06/2026
- 10/13/2026
- 10/20/2026
- 10/27/2026
