Groups and Workshops
Please click each link listed here or scroll down to find meeting information and descriptions for the following support groups and workshops. Groups will not meet on campus holidays.
- Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Support Group
- Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Drop-In Space
- Community Peer Program
- Creative Expressions Group
- LGBTQ+ Group
- Student Athlete Group
NEW Serving Me First: AAPI Girls and Young Women
- March 17, 2025 (one-time event): Noon - 1 p.m.
- Please sign up to attend
- Zoom meeting link
In this session, participants will explore the different factors that impact the mental health of Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) girls and young women on a societal level, within their family system, and how that is internalized.
During this interactive presentation, participants will have the opportunity to share relevant experiences, reflect on how this impacts their lives, create an individualized self-care plan, and leave with mental health resources.
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Support Group
- Meets on Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 p.m.
- Location: Multicultural Center, MCC Room 11
This is a shared space for Asian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander-identifying
students led by mental health interns from De Anza's Mental Health and Wellness Center.
The group will teach various skills and is focused on creating a safe and welcoming shared space. Come meet and connect with others while receiving support in maintaining physical and mental well-being!
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Drop-In Space
- Meets on Wednesdays from 3:10-4:10 p.m.
- Location: RSS, Second floor RM 255
This is an individual supportive space for students identifying as Asian, Asian American,
Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander-identifying students led by mental health interns
from De Anza's Mental Health and Wellness Center.
No appointment is needed. Learn about therapy and other mental well-being services on campus.
For optional RSVP: Email Jessie at MHWC1@deanza.edu
Community Peer Program
Are you open to a peer relationship and focused on wellness and recovery? Join the
Community Peer Program to gain support and independence! This program is designed
for individuals living with a mental health condition in Santa Clara County who seek
to enhance their mental wellness through peer mentorship.
This program is for you if you:
- Live in Santa Clara County
- Want to thrive outside a hospital environment
- Wish to be intentional about your future choices
- Want to learn to manage your symptoms
- Want to develop good coping strategies
- Wish to learn from others living with mental health conditions
- Want to find hope
Please note that our mentors are also working on their wellness, and this program is not intended as a daily conversation partner or caregiver respite service.
How to Join
Complete the program application and submit it in one of the following ways to receive a peer connector:
- Print and mail your completed application form to:
Community Peer Program
NAMI Santa Clara County
1150 South Bascom Avenue, Suite 24
San Jose, CA 95128
- Or you can email your completed application form to CPP@namisantaclara.org
Please include "De Anza College, Mental Health & Wellness Center" in your response to: "Where did you hear about the Community Peer Program? (El Camino Hospital, Momentum, Stanford, etc.)
For more information
For more information, contact: CPP@namisantaclara.org or visit the National Alliance on Mental Illness page.
Helpline for free, confidential support and information: 408-453-0400 x1 (Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Creative Expressions Group
- Meets on Tuesdays
- 2 -3 p.m.
- Location: RSS 202, Second Floor
Join this supportive environment to build resilience and develop coping skills for
anxiety and depression. The group focuses on helping participants practice and enhance
emotional expression through various creative forms. Topics include academic stress,
anxiety, culture, depression, future goals, family concerns, gender identity, life
balance, loneliness, relationship stress, sexuality, and social anxiety. No prior
experience is necessary! You'll meet with Carol & Jordy!
LGBTQ+ Group
- Meets on Thursdays from 2-3 p.m.
- Location: Pride Center (Library 138)
Come together to explore and discuss your identities in a safe and welcoming and confidential
environment.
This group is for those who may be questioning their sexual or gender identity and would like support, and for those who may feel clear in their identity and would like support navigating a cix/heteronormative atmosphere. The group will have a flexible structure and free food will help you explore and gain insight on such topics as
- Academic stress
- Anxiety
- Culture
- Depression
- Family concerns
- Future goals
- Gender identity
- Life balance
- Loneliness
- Microagressions
- Relationship stress
- Sexuality
Student Athlete Drop-In Space
- Meets on Tuesdays from 1-2 p.m. and Wednesdays from 9-10 a.m.
- Location: Athletics Department Room 41 F
This is a supportive space where athletes can meet with an MHWC therapist to discuss
if therapy is right for them. All student-athletes are welcome. You can schedule
an appointment by emailing Louise Ortiz at ortizlouise@deanza.edu, or drop in without an appointment.
This space is not meant to provide therapy services but to introduce the process to athletes who may benefit from seeing a therapist on campus.
Are You Looking for Crisis Counseling or Help Services?
For information about crisis counseling or to make an appointment with a therapist, please contact the Mental Health and Wellness Center at 408.864.8868.
You can also find information about crisis counseling and support resources outside of De Anza by visiting our Counseling resources list.