Our workshops are designed to create a supportive environment that promotes personal growth. Through group discussions, and hands-on activities, participants are encouraged to explore new ideas and develop practical skills. Each workshop is tailored to address specific needs, whether it’s improving mental health awareness, enhancing communication, or building resilience. We aim to provide attendees with valuable tools and insights that can be applied in both personal and professional settings, fostering a culture of continuous learning and well-being.
Connecting Mindfully with Nature Workshop
Date: 10/29
Time: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Location: Sound End of Drumheller Fountain
Facilitators: Sashya Clark, Treg Isaacson, Amber Pasha, Jon Weber
Description: Join us to learn about mindful connection to nature, engage in this practice and connect with others in the process. It’s a wonderful way to take a break and reset, with ideas about how to de-stress from school work and the quarter.
*This workshop takes place outdoors so please come dressed for the weather!*
Fall 2025 Workshops
How can the Counseling Center Help Me?
Date: 10/2
Time: 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (957 8856 6004 (use your UW ID to login))
Description: Learn what services the UW Counseling Center offers and what you can expect from counseling sessions.
Living a life of Gratitude
Date: 10/9
Time: 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (957 8856 6004 (use your UW ID to login))
Description: Learn how a life of gratitude can improve your wellbeing and discuss strategies that increase gratitude.
Mindful Doodling
Date: 10/16
Time: 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (957 8856 6004 (use your UW ID to login))
Description: Join us for a relaxing guided doodling session to enhance your mindfulness practice.
Thought Patterns that Increase Stress
Date: 10/23
Time: 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (957 8856 6004 (use your UW ID to login))
Description: Learn about patterns of negative thinking that increase stress level and how to reframe such thinking.
Live a Balanced Life
Date: 10/20
Time: 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (957 8856 6004 (use your UW ID to login))
Description: Explore your values and what aspects of your life are important to you. Gain an understanding of shifting priorities to live a full life.
Self- and Other- Compassion
Date: 11/6
Time: 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (957 8856 6004 (use your UW ID to login))
Description: Learn strategies to increase compassion for self and others to live a more meaningful and gentle life.
Intuitive Eating
Date: 11/13
Time: 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (957 8856 6004 (use your UW ID to login))
Description: Introduction to the principles of intuitive eating to develop a healthier relationship with food as opposed to the diet mentality.
Self-Care over the Holidays
Date: 11/20
Time: 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (957 8856 6004 (use your UW ID to login))
Description: Learn strategies to create healthy boundaries for the holiday season.
Guided Relaxation to Ready for Finals
Date: 12/4
Time: 1 pm – 2:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (957 8856 6004 (use your UW ID to login))
Description: Find a comfortable place to join this guided relaxation session to help calm your nerves before finals.
Let’s Talk: Virtual Co-Working
Date: 10/16, 10/30, 11/13, 11/20, and 12/4
Time: 2:30-4:30 pm
Location: Remote over Zoom (955 0735 2806, Passcode: Study)
Description: This is a drop-in group for anyone who would like to body double for accountability, while working on tasks from their to-do list. Group members can join for the entire 2-hour session or join for a shorter period as their schedule allows. Participants can share their goal at the beginning of the session, work quietly on camera, take facilitated breaks lead by a counselor, and share their progress at the end of the session. A counselor will be available for a brief individual check-in, if needed.
Past Workshops
Any questions? Please email counsels@uw.edu. Thank you!
The University of Washington is committed to providing access and accommodation in its services, programs, and activities. To make a request connected to a disability or health condition, contact University of Washington Counseling Center at (206) 543-1240, at least 10 days before the workshop/event.