Adjusting to College Life Virtual Group
Are you having a hard time adjusting to college life? Do you feel surprised by how difficult making friends, living away from family, or taking college courses really is? Are you struggling with feelings of loneliness, anxiety, sadness, or fear as you begin your college journey? Do you wonder if you’ll ever make a friend or learn how to get along with your roommate? Join a virtual 6-week group with other new college students where we’ll discuss common struggles, dig into your own personal difficulties, and highlight practical coping strategies.
This group will meet on a HIPAA compliant virtual platform for 60 minutes. Due to counseling licensure laws, this group is only open to individuals located in Virginia during the time of the group. This group is for new undergraduate students; this group may also be appropriate for transfer students. This group is also appropriate for students new to college who aren’t struggling but just want a little extra support. You may join the group from your room or a campus building, as long as you have access to a completely private space (no one else in the room); closed doors and headphones are required to maintain confidentiality of the group.
Reach out to Sarah with questions or interest. A 30-minute virtual intake is required prior to joining the group. The group will not run with less than 3 individuals and will be capped at 8.
GROUP DETAILS
Cost: $50 per session + Required 30-minute intake session ($80)
Who: Undergraduate College Students, Min 3- Max 8 group participants
When: Every Friday, 2PM, beginning Sept. 19th. 6 Sessions, 60 minutes
Where: Virtual
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Group Leader
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Sarah Sarsfield
Sarah is a Resident in Counseling approved by the Virginia Board of Counseling working towards licensure. She is currently under the supervision of Kelly Stephenson, LPC. She specializes in working with adolescents, college students, and adults. Prior to becoming a counselor, Sarah worked in a variety of ministry contexts, working with students and young adults.
As a counselor, Sarah aims to create a space where clients feel seen and understood on their journey to healing and freedom. Sarah uses integrative approaches, unique to each individual, including attachment-based theory and trauma-informed techniques; she also incorporates DBT and CBT skills. Her areas of clinical interest include emotion regulation, life transitions, mind-body integration, trauma, self-harm, suicidal ideation, behavioral issues, anxiety, and depression.
Sarah lives in Washington, D.C. with her husband Parker. She enjoys hiking, listening to podcasts, reading, and spending time with friends and family.