MSU Center for Survivors Announces Spring Groups

MSU Center for Survivors provides various confidential services to support survivors. Survivors have access to free advocacy, individual therapy, group workshops, a crisis chat available at centerforsurvivors.msu.edu , and a 24/7 hotline at (517) 372-6666. To schedule a therapy or advocacy appointment, call (517) 355-3551.

Right across the hall, on the second floor of the Student Services building is the MSU Sexual Assault Healthcare program. The program is staffed 24/7 by specialized forensic nurses. Services are free and available to adults who have been sexually assaulted within the last 5 days. Walk in or call 517-353-2700.

During spring semester, MSU Center for Survivors will be providing various virtual and in-person groups listed below.

All Too Well
Fridays, 12-1:30pm | February 3- February 24 | Center for Survivors office
This expressive arts group will explore ways in which songs by Taylor Swift have supported survivors’ lived experiences. Open to all survivors. Registration information coming soon! Contact Megan at spedosk6@msu.edu

Art of Healing Workshops
Tuesdays, 2-3:30pm | February 7- March 28 | Center for Survivors office
Art workshops offering a space for healing and self-expression through art. Open to MSU student survivors. Register here: https://forms.gle/jn3bHwBFWdocG31J8. Contact Christie at schicht3@msu.edu.

Atlas of the Heart- Watch & Connect
Wednesdays, 10am-12pm | February 8- March 29 | Center for Survivors office
Do you have trouble explaining your emotions? You’re not alone! Join us to watch and discuss Brene Brown’s Atlas of the Heart mini-series to better understand, communicate about, and connect around shared human emotions. Open to MSU student survivors and co-survivors. Register here by 1/31 to receive a free copy of the Atlas of the Heart book: https://forms.gle/33qaC7rH49kKVQ816. Contact Stephanie at stanl143@msu.edu.

Community Connect
Wednesdays, 12-1pm | Zoom
Drop-in support group focused on building community and fostering connections among fellow survivors. Open to all survivors. Register here: https://forms.gle/uGQtPjxdausUjzDB9. Contact Cierra at stubbsci@msu.edu.

Dance
Date & time TBD | Weekly rehearsals January 23-April 3 | Location TBD
Healing can come in many forms, including movement. Join our workshop to learn a dance with an opportunity to perform live and in-person. No dance experience is required. Register by 1/13 here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMs6dBV5lBRBhk01nmwrBwT7b059VAYJ2GsC3lGfQxQPg2pg/viewform. Contact Sue at nguye562@msu.edu.

Dissociation Skills Group
Wednesdays, 2:30-4:00pm | Starting January 19 | Center for Survivors office
If you dissociate you might feel disconnected from yourself, others and the world. Experiences of dissociation vary widely and are a common, natural response to trauma. Learn new ways of understanding and coping with dissociation. Register here: https://forms.gle/pUDhhS5cUo6ywwvo7 Contact Amanda at taylo642@msu.edu

Ear Acupuncture
Wednesdays, 2pm | Center for Survivors office
Ear acupuncture involves placing needles into specific points around the ear. These points correspond with specific organs, emotions, and sensory feelings. Open to all student survivors. RSVP to Ikram at adaweikr@msu.edu.

Essential Oils Make & Take
Wednesdays, 2pm | 1/25, 2/22, 3/29, and 4/26 | Center for Survivors office
Explore how to use essential oils in treating various issues, including boosting your immune system and relieving stress, anxiety, and lifting your mood. Supplies provided. Open to all survivors. RSVP to Ikram at adaweikr@msu.edu.

Gather & Game
Fridays, 2-3:30pm | 1/27, 2/24, 3/24, and 4/28 | Center for Survivors office
Board games, card games, all things fun! Just a space to hang out together, meet new people, and play. Open to survivors and co-survivors. Drop in and play when you can! Contact Windi at sterli28@msu.edu.

Growing Stronger: Ecotherapy
Thursdays, 1-2:30pm | March 16-April 20 | Center for Survivors office/outside
This six week group will focus on how the wisdom of nature can guide the healing process and enhance the relationships we build with one another. Open to survivors and co-survivors. Register here: https://forms.gle/oFcrgCXktGaC4ng79. Contact Windi at sterli28@msu.edu.

Healing Through Yoga
Thursdays, 3pm| March 16-April 27
Virtual, drop-in trauma informed yoga practice to promote healing and wellness. Check back for registration information. Contact Caroline at nelsenca@msu.edu.

Journal to Discover
Tuesdays, 2-3pm (biweekly) | Starting January 31 | Zoom
Some things are easier written down than said out loud, especially when learning about who we are and how to be self-compassionate. Journal and connect with one another on topics such as healing, identities, and self-compassion. Open to all survivors. Register here: https://forms.gle/cdprAiBTMMPCB9J39. Contact Sue at nguye562@msu.edu.

Tea & Talk
Fridays, 12pm | Starting February 3 | International Center
This drop in support group is intended survivors and co-survivors who identity as immigrants, refugees, the children of immigrants, and international students. Register here: https://forms.gle/mFPkZxij1H2VzTmR9. Contact Sarah at ghazals1@msu.edu or Avvan at sanjanaa@msu.edu

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