CONFIDENTIAL CARE FOR YOUR MENTAL HEALTH & WELL-BEING

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WELCOME TO CAPS

We are committed to providing care that is sensitive and respectful of the needs of our diverse students by providing a safe, inclusive, and affirming environment. All are welcome here.

SERVICES

You are welcome here.
CAPS is committed to inclusion, strives to provide respectful treatment to students of every background, and is a safe and affirming space on campus.

WELL-BEING & PREVENTION PROGRAMS

Free programs, events, classes, and services hosted by the University Health Center to help UGA students thrive physically, mentally, and socially.

SUPPORTING OUR STUDENTS

UGA is a global community with ties to various regions of the world. CAPS recognizes the traumatic impact that armed conflict can have, even when we are not physically present or directly involved. We are here to help students navigate through these difficult times. Please contact us at 706-542-2273 and ask to speak to a crisis counselor, or view our array of services. Employees can visit the Employee Assistance Program website or call 1-844-243-4440.

FALL 2024 CAPS WORKSHOPS

FALL 2024 CAPS GROUPS

  • Cannabis Roundtable

    Wednesday, November 20th 2024
    5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    Event Location: MLC 153

    What is the difference between CBD and THC? Between Delta-8 and Delta-9? Learn this and more through a discussion-based roundtable that will give you a glimpse into what cannabis is, its effects, and relevant online and campus resources.

    **FYOS-approved event!**

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  • Cinema Signals: Barbie

    Wednesday, November 20th 2024
    6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

    Event Location: MLC Rm. 213
    48 Baxter St

    Lights, camera, communication! Step into the work of cinema with “Cinema Signals”, an interactive program that explores the world of communication through the magic of movies and TV.  We’ll dive into captivating clips, decode dynamics, and unravel the complexities of relationships in order to gain skills to apply to our own relationships.

    Free Themed Snacks!

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  • Crafty Coping Club

    Wednesday, November 20th 2024
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

    Event Location: University Health Center - Health Promotion Office

    A safe space designed for students who need community or support!

     

    Crafts, chats and learning new skills - Crafts provided or bring your own - Crafting also not required, just come chat!

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  • Dawgs Dealing with It

    Thursday, November 21st 2024
    1:00 PM - 1:50 PM

    Event Location: OnlineJoin Event

    This workshop is designed to discuss coping skills and how students can use them in everyday life to handle stress. Whether you are struggling with school, adjustment or another area of life, this is a space for you to discover ways to cope and make the most of your time at UGA. This workshop is led by two UGA students/interns at CAPS.

    Dates and topics:

    • 9/5 Distress Tolerance
    • 9/12 Mindfulness
    • 9/19 Emotion regulation
    • 9/26 Interpersonal Effectiveness 
    • 10/3      Distress Tolerance
    • 10/10    Mindfulness
    • 10/17    Emotion Regulation
    • 10/24    Interpersonal Effectiveness 
    • 10/31 Distress Tolerance
    • 11/7 Mindfulness
    • 11/14    Emotion Regulation
    • 11/21 Interpersonal Effectiveness

    URL:     https://caps.uga.edu/well-being-prevention-programs-mental-health/

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  • "Let's Talk"

    Thursday, November 21st 2024
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    Event Location: Science Learning Center, Room 136

    Drop-In Consultations with CAPS Clinicians

     

    Free and Confidential (for UGA students)

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  • UMatter

    Thursday, November 21st 2024
    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

    Event Location: MLC Rm. 213

    Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!

    For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/

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  • UMatter

    Monday, December 2nd 2024
    4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

    Event Location: MLC Rm. 213

    Step into our 60-90 minute interactive upstander intervention program, where college students will be given the knowledge and skills to take action when they see someone in need. Change the narrative and become an upstander. All participants will receive a free Fontaine T-Shirt!

    For more information on UMatter and upstander intervention go to: https://healthpromotion.uga.edu/umatter/

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  • Crafty Coping Club

    Wednesday, December 4th 2024
    6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

    Event Location: University Health Center - Health Promotion Office

    A safe space designed for students who need community or support!

     

    Crafts, chats and learning new skills - Crafts provided or bring your own - Crafting also not required, just come chat!

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  • "Let's Talk"

    Thursday, December 5th 2024
    4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    Event Location: Science Learning Center, Room 136

    Drop-In Consultations with CAPS Clinicians

     

    Free and Confidential (for UGA students)

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  • Crafty Coping Club

    Wednesday, December 11th 2024 6:30 PM - Wednesday, December 18th 2024 7:30 PM

    Event Location: University Health Center - Health Promotion Office

    A safe space designed for students who need community or support!

     

    Crafts, chats and learning new skills - Crafts provided or bring your own - Crafting also not required, just come chat!

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CONNECT WITH US!

Please reach out to us with any questions:

55 Carlton St · Athens, GA 30602

contact@uhs.uga.edu · 706-542-2273

UNIVERSITY HEALTH CENTER, 2ND FLOOR · 55 Carlton ST · ATHENS, GA 30602