Support Group for International Students (In-Person, Spring Semester) is a semester-long group intended to serve the mental health needs of international students. It provides a safe space for students to discuss the unique challenges of moving to a different country, such as homesickness, acculturation, and academic and interpersonal issues. The goal is for members to develop meaningful connections with others, find community, and get support regarding their challenges.
Day and Time: Wednesdays 11 AM-12:30 PM (Starting February 8th but will remain open to new members until full)
The first step to joining any group is to complete a triage appointment with the counseling center. Please call us at 410-455-2542 to schedule. Masking may be necessary based on community COVID-19 transmission levels; please inquire with the counseling center or your group leader about masking requirements for the group.
For general group questions, please secure message our Group Coordinator Lauren Mirzakhalili, LCSW-C, via the patient portal: https://myretrievercare.umbc.edu/
