Transgender / Nonbinary Support and Discussion Group

This group is for enrolled Trinity students. A wide variety of students participate including students who identify as trans men, trans women, transmasculine, transfeminine, nonbinary, agender, gender fluid, as well as students questioning their gender identity or expression. The group meets every other Tuesday from 5:15pm to 6:15pm in the Counseling Services office, but is subject to change. There is an option to join the meeting virtually.  

Some students initially feared they were “not trans enough” to participate. That has never been true. If you have any doubt about whether you are appropriate for the group, consult one of the co-facilitators.

This is not a psychotherapy group. Therefore, no participant becomes a client of Counseling Services by virtue of participating in the group, and no record of any meeting is kept other than attendance.

If interested, please fill out this form to stay up to date on meeting times and events.

Infinite Connection: A Neurodivergent Student Group

The group is for enrolled Trinity students who identify as neurodivergent. Neurodivergent (ND) means having a mind that functions in ways which diverge significantly from the dominant societal standards of “normal.” The group aims to be inclusive of students who identify with autism, dyslexia, ADHD or who otherwise identify as neurodivergent. The group is also accepting of students who are questioning a neurodivergent identity.

The group adopts the notion that conditions like autism, dyslexia, and ADHD should be regarded as naturally occurring cognitive variations with distinctive strengths that have contributed to the evolution of technology and culture, rather than mere checklists of deficits and dysfunctions

Participants share and discuss their experiences of being ND students on campus and explore strategies for navigating through challenges.

This is not a psychotherapy group; therefore, no participant becomes a client of Counseling Services by virtue of participating in the group, and no record of any meeting is kept other than attendance.

If interested, please fill out this form to stay up to date on meeting times and events.

First Gen Folx 

We recognize that as a first generation student, you will face unique experiences as you begin this exciting journey at Trinity University. Many first generation college students experience unique strengths and challenges in pursuit of a college education while learning to adjust to the academic culture and maintaining the culture and traditions of their family of origin.

This group aims to offer a safe space for students to share openly about their experiences as a first generation student, support and nurture student’s intellectual, social, personal, and professional development; and make connections with students who have similar experiences.

Topics emerge from the participants. However, some possible topics may include: managing stress, imposter syndrome, relationships, family, career options, and holistic wellness.

This is not a psychotherapy group; therefore, no participant becomes a client of Counseling Services by virtue of participating in the group, and no record of any meeting is kept other than attendance.

If interested, please fill out this form to stay up to date on meeting times and events.

Hello

This group is for enrolled Trinity students who wish to grow their interpersonal skills.

This is an interpersonal group that aims to provide a safe space to explore and learn more about active listening, verbal, written and non-verbal communication, and how to manage interactions between people. We look forward to using varying activities to foster critical thinking, active listening, problem solving, and empathy skills to promote and improve engagement in productive conversations; and, be able to relate better with others and feel better about yourselves.

This is not a psychotherapy group; therefore, no participant becomes a client of Counseling Services by virtue of participating in the group, and no record of any meeting is kept other than attendance.

If interested, please fill out this form to stay up to date on meeting times and events.