LiveWell Peer Groups are student-led, peer-facilitated groups designed to promote resiliency and overall wellbeing for UW students. Each group focuses on a different well-being topic, offering space for discussion, skill-building, and personal growth. Join your Peer Health Educators to meet other students, develop valuable skills, and foster intentional change.
Participation in groups is always free and all groups are open to all students.
The Body Project is a 4-week evidence-based program designed to increase body acceptance and decrease body dissatisfaction. Groups meet weekly for 4 weeks to develop skills for managing body dissatisfaction and to confront appearance ideals pressed upon us by society and social media. It is offered in collaboration from UW LiveWell and the UW Counseling Center with groups facilitated by trained Peer Health Educators from UW LiveWell. This is NOT a therapy group; it is a prevention based educational group. If you’ve ever wanted to form a healthier relationship with your body, then this group is for you!
Want to form a healthier relationship with social media? Join our Social Media Peer Group, Dawgs Unplugged, to explore the impact of overuse, learn strategies for healthier habits, and strengthen offline connections. Meetings are offered regularly throughout the quarter for insightful discussions, practical tools, and a supportive community to help you reclaim balance in your digital life! Students are encouraged to attend as many sessions as they’d like.
Looking to build stronger connections and feel more confident in navigating social situations? Talking to Friends is a 4-week peer-led group that focuses on expanding connections with other Huskies through building self-efficacy, interpersonal, and resiliency skills. Those who sign up will meet for one hour sessions facilitated by a trained Peer Health Educator, who is a student at UW. The goals of these sessions are to explore isolating experiences that happen on campus, develop healthy intrapersonal habits, and make the most out of your social life. Whether you’re shy, adjusting to a new environment, or just looking to meet new people, this group is a safe and welcoming space to grow. Start building friendships and skills that will last a lifetime—come join us!
LiveWell Confidential Advocacy provides a safe and confidential space to help students, faculty and staff identify what they want or need after an incident of sexual assault, relationship violence, or stalking has occurred.
LiveWell Confidential Advocacy helps individuals understand their rights and options, including options for reporting both on campus and in the larger community, always with the understanding that it is up to the individual to decide if they would like to report or not. Speaking with an Advocate is not reporting to the University or police. Advocates are confidential and your experience and information will not be shared outside our office. If you do choose to make a report, LiveWell Advocates are available to support you through the reporting and court process.
Make an appointment with a LiveWell Confidential Advocate
Advocates serve all UW faculty and staff (from any campus including UW Medicine), and undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Washington in Seattle. Appointments are free.
Email lwadvoc@uw.edu with any questions or issues with scheduling. If it is unsafe to use email, please call 206-685-4357. Advocates work business hours and are not available on weekends or evenings. If you have an urgent need for support after hours you can receive support on campus 24/7 at the UW Emergency Department or from Husky Helpline (24/7 mental health crisis support available via phone call).
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For an overview of Title IX and UW reporting options visit Know Your Rights and Resources, a guide produced by the University of Washington Office of the Title IX Coordinator.
Are LiveWell Advocates confidential? Yes. LiveWell Advocates have confidentiality protections under state law. Advocates provide confidential services for students, faculty and staff. The information you tell us is not shared with any other UW person, office, or service without your permission.
Is LiveWell a reporting office? No. LiveWell Confidential Advocates provide a safe place to tell your story without reporting. Advocates can help you understand and access campus and community reporting options if you want to report.
Do LiveWell Advocates provide safety planning? Yes. A LiveWell Confidential Advocate can help you safety plan and take steps to protect your personal information and plan out strategies for safety.
Do LiveWell Advocates provide support and advocate for you during a reporting process? Yes. Advocates can support you through a reporting process by being present and helping you understand the process as you go through it. Whether you choose to report to police, Title IX, or another campus reporting office, Advocates can be with you during each step.
Is SafeCampus confidential? No. SafeCampus is a part of Campus Community Safety at the UW and shares information they receive with Title IX and other campus resources and services. You can choose to remain anonymous when you call SafeCampus but the information SafeCampus receives will be shared with Title IX and other campus entities and resources.
Is SafeCampus a reporting office? No. SafeCampus is not a reporting office. They can help connect people who want to report. SafeCampus shares information they receive with other campus entities like Title IX and HR who are reporting offices.
Does SafeCampus provide safety planning? Yes. SafeCampus can help you safety plan and take steps to protect your personal information and plan out strategies for helping with your safety and then will make referrals to other campus services like Confidential Advocates for follow up and additional support.
Does SafeCampus provide support and advocate for you during a reporting process? No. SafeCampus does not provide ongoing advocacy during a reporting process.
Are Title IX Coordinators and Case Managers confidential? No. Title IX is a part of Compliance Services at the UW. Information shared with Title IX is reviewed for reporting purposes in compliance with Title IX law. Title IX case information may be shared with others on campus for reporting outcomes and resource referrals.
Is Title IX a reporting office? Yes. Individuals who contact Title IX wishing to make a report will first be directed to fill out an incident report (online reporting form) which will be reviewed and assessed by Title IX Case Managers to see if a Title IX violation has occurred and whether or not further investigation can be conducted.
Do Title IX Coordinators and Case Managers provide safety planning? No. Title IX Coordinators and Case Managers will refer you to an appropriate resource like Confidential Advocates, SafeCampus, or UW Police for safety planning.
Do Title IX Coordinators and Case Managers provide support and advocate for you during a reporting process? No. Title IX does not provide ongoing advocacy during a reporting process. They will refer you to Confidential Advocates or Respondent Resources for support and ongoing advocacy through the reporting process.
Are the UW Police confidential? No. Information shared with UWPD will be reviewed and investigated. UWPD may notify other campus units and resources regarding reports they receive or for referrals and support.
Is UWPD a reporting office? Yes. Individuals who contact UWPD wishing to make a report can speak with a UWPD Officer to file a report. A UWPD Officer will conduct an initial interview which then will be reviewed and assessed to see if crime has occurred and whether or not further investigation is needed.
Does UWPD provide safety planning? Yes. UWPD can help you safety plan and take steps to protect your personal information and plan out strategies for helping with your safety. They may make additional referrals to other campus services like Confidential Advocates for follow up and support.
Does UWPD provide support and advocate for you during a reporting process? No. UWPD does not provide ongoing advocacy during a reporting process. They will refer you to Confidential Advocates for support and ongoing advocacy through the reporting process.
Is UW HR confidential? No. UW HR may share information they receive with appropriate University members. This may be Title IX, SafeCampus, supervisors, unit leads, or divisional leadership.
Is UW HR a reporting office? Yes. Individuals can contact HR to make a report which will be reviewed and assessed by HR to see if a compliance violation has occurred and whether or not further investigation is needed. UW HR may make referrals when appropriate to Title IX and UWPD.
Does HR provide safety planning? No. HR will refer you to an appropriate resource like Confidential Advocates, SafeCampus, or UWPD for safety planning.
Does UW HR provide support and advocate for you during a reporting process? No. UW HR does not provide ongoing advocacy during a reporting process. They will refer you to Confidential Advocates for support and ongoing advocacy through the reporting process.
Online tool for sexual assault survivors: SEEK THEN SPEAK
SEEK THEN SPEAK is an online tool for sexual assault survivors and support people that allows you to privately gather information and explore your options for medical care, supportive services, and reporting to police.
While you are using this online tool:
you will remain anonymous as long as you choose
none of your information is stored or saved in the program; when you exit the program/window, it deletes all information and responses
if you choose, you can begin the process of reporting to police by completing a self-guided interview
This program is designed to address sexual assault crimes, not sexual harassment or violations of policies (at work, on campus, in the military, etc.). If you want to learn more about UW campus reporting options, or review the SEEK THEN SPEAK tool, please make an appointment with a LiveWell Confidential Advocate.
Additional resources
Visit LiveWell’s sexual and gender-based violence prevention page for more on support for survivors and services and resources that LiveWell offers for sexual and gender-based violence prevention and your relational well-being.
1-1 appointments
LiveWell 1-1 appointments
LiveWell offers a variety of FREE one-on-one appointments for students at the University of Washington in Seattle, as listed below.
Alcohol & Other Drug (AOD) consults
The LiveWell Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Coordinator is a professional staff member who offers 1-1 consults with students around alcohol and/or other drugs. AOD consultations are for anyone who wants to learn more and reflect on their individual consumption behaviors of alcohol or other substance use.
LiveWell Confidential Advocacy provides a safe and confidential space to help individuals identify what they want or need after an incident of sexual assault, relationship violence, or stalking has occurred. 1-1 appointments with a Confidential Advocate are available for UW faculty and staff (from any campus including UW Medicine), and undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Washington in Seattle.
Peer Wellness Coaching (PWC) is offered by our Peer Health Educators for UW students. A few of our most experienced Peer Health Educators go through additional and in-depth training and supervision to be able to serve as Peer Wellness Coaches. 1-1 PWC appointments are a great option for students who are looking to strengthen and enhance their personal well-being, solve problems effectively, and work toward intentional change in their lives and self.
The Suicide Intervention Program (SIP) connects students to campus resources when incidents of concern related to suicidal thoughts and actions are reported the University. SIP meetings are held with professional staff members who work with students to come up with a plan for care. If a situation warrants an immediate response, individuals should contact 911.
LiveWell would love to connect with you. The easiest way to schedule appointments is on our website on the individual service page, or on our one-on-one appointments page. All media inquiries and general questions can be sent to livewell@uw.edu.
The LiveWell Health Education Program provides the UW community with credible, evidence-based health and wellness information aimed at enhancing essential life skills, fostering informed decision-making, and promoting self and community well-being. LiveWell professional staff and Peer Health Educators (PHEs) deliver health education programming and engage the UW community through a variety of formats including:
LiveWell Peer Health Educators (PHEs) are highly trained UW students and essential facilitators of LiveWell’s Health Education Program. PHEs educate and build community with their peers on various health and wellness topics. For contact information and more, visit Peer Health Education.
Health & well-being topics
The LiveWell Health Education Program focuses on the following health & well-being topics. The links below provide a comprehensive look at the services, events, and resources that LiveWell offers:
Alcohol & Other Drug consults
LiveWell Alcohol & Other Drug consults
The LiveWell Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Coordinator is a professional staff member available to work 1-1 with students around alcohol and other drugs. All appointments are free to UW Seattle students and can be scheduled below.
Alcohol and/or Other Drug consultations
Alcohol and/or Other Drug consultations are for anyone who wants to learn more and reflect on their individual consumption behaviors of alcohol or other substances. Students can learn how college drinking norms or other substance use relates to their own individual behavior.
Appointments incorporate information about:
use patterns
individual drinking cues
harm reduction skills
impacts on academics and athletic performance
strategies for relaxation and stress management
resources for those interested in abstinence
To make a private, free appointment with the AOD Coordinator, click below:
If you are looking for support and skills to begin or continue your recovery journey from alcohol and/or other substances, our AOD Coordinator can meet with you as a supportive and educational source of support and coaching.
Visit LiveWell’s alcohol & drug education and prevention page for additional services and resources such as self-assessment tools, Peer Health Education Workshops, Peer Wellness Coaching, recovery support resources and overdose education.
Services
LiveWell Services
LiveWell offers a variety of FREE services for students at the University of Washington in Seattle.
Services Accordion
LiveWell offers one-on-one appointments with a Peer Wellness Coach, Confidential Advocate, Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Coordinator, and Suicide Intervention Program (SIP) Coordinator.
The LiveWell Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Coordinator is a professional staff member who offers 1-1 consults with students around alcohol and other drugs.
LiveWell Confidential Advocacy provides a safe and confidential space to help individuals identify what they want or need after an incident of sexual assault, relationship violence, or stalking has occurred. 1-1 appointments with a Confidential Advocate are available for UW faculty and staff (from any campus including UW Medicine), and undergraduate and graduate students at the University of Washington in Seattle.
LiveWell Peer Groups are student-led, peer-facilitated groups designed to promote resiliency and overall well-being. Each group focuses on a different well-being topic, offering space for discussion, skill-building, community and personal growth.
Peer Health Education workshops are evidence-based educational workshops facilitated by students (Peer Health Educators, LiveWell’s highly trained student employees) for students. Workshops can be requested by UW communities and groups and they cover a variety of health and wellness topics aimed at promoting life-long behaviors that support health, self-growth, and meaningful connection.
Peer Wellness Coaching (PWC) is offered by our Peer Health Educators for UW students. A few of our most experienced Peer Health Educators go through additional and in-depth training and supervision to be able to serve as Peer Wellness Coaches. 1-1 PWC appointments are a great option for students who are looking to strengthen and enhance their personal well-being, solve problems effectively, and work toward intentional change in their lives and self.
Student Needs Navigation provides UW students with resources and information about local services and programs that address basic needs insecurities impacting low-income students.
The Suicide Intervention Program (SIP) connects students to campus resources when incidents of concern related to suicidal thoughts and actions are reported to the University. SIP meetings are held with professional staff members who work with students to come up with a plan for care. If a situation warrants an immediate response, individuals should contact 911.
UW communities and groups can schedule LiveWell tabling events. Peer Health Educators table at events and fairs spreading LiveWell’s services and peer-to-peer dialogue for students around health and well-being.
Watch this short video for a look inside some of our services!
Services & Activities Fee (SAF)
Several of LiveWell’s programs and services are proudly funded by the Services & Activities Fee (SAF)!
About Livewell
About Us
LiveWell: Health Promotion & Prevention is a dedicated unit of professional staff members and Peer Health Educators who provide free, evidence-based programs and services focused on health promotion, prevention, education, and advocacy for students at the University of Washington.
Our goal is to foster a community where individual agency is powered to positively impact health and well-being in our communities and our own lives. LiveWell is committed to raising awareness, promoting community and accountability, and teaching life-long practices for health and well-being.
Mission
LiveWell draws on the combined strength of the individual, the communities in which they live, and the resources of the University to enhance the academic experience for all. LiveWell supports personal and social development by providing information and education to help improve life skills. Our mission is to engage, support, and prepare individuals with the skills and knowledge that will benefit them throughout their time at the UW and beyond.
Values
LiveWell is committed to promoting respect, understanding and appreciation of differences, and the constructive expression of ideas. LiveWell provides services to all students with respect and honoring students’ individual identity, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, or socioeconomic status.
Our approach
Our approach’s guiding principles are health promotion and prevention.
Health Promotion is the process of enabling people to increase control over and to improve their health. It moves beyond a focus on individual behavior towards a wide range of social and environmental interventions. It supports organizations, communities, and individuals to navigate and address health challenges through strengthening knowledge, skills, environments, and policy to empower community action.
Preventionserves to prevent or reduce health issues and harm experienced by individuals and communities. It encompasses various evidenced-based initiatives through services, programs, and resources.
Our team
LiveWell Staff
UW LiveWell is a unit within the Division of Student Life. The easiest way to schedule appointments is on our website on each individual service page, or on our one-on-one appointments page. All media inquiries and general questions can be sent to livewell@uw.edu.
LiveWell Peer Health Educators (PHEs) are highly trained UW students dedicated to educating and engaging with their peers on various health and wellness topics through workshops and events.
LiveWell Peer Wellness Coaches (PWCs), members of our Peer Health Education Program who receive specialized training and ongoing staff supervision, also offer 1-1 coaching appointments.
LiveWell empowers students with the skills and knowledge to make informed decisions about their health and well-being while at the UW and beyond. Through the expertise of professional staff and passion of Peer Health Educators, LiveWell provides evidence-based programs and services focused on health promotion, prevention, education, and advocacy.
Services
LiveWell offers a variety of FREE services for students at the University of Washington in Seattle:
The LiveWell Health Education Program provides the UW community with credible, evidence-based health and wellness information aimed at enhancing essential life skills, fostering informed decision-making, and promoting self and community well-being. LiveWell professional staff and Peer Health Educators (PHEs) deliver health education programming and engage the UW community through a variety of formats including:
