Workshops are more didactic in nature and allow participants to gain knowledge and skill sets related to a specific topic. Members will participate in activities and/or exercises to help them gain greater insight and/or practice new skills. Please see below for more information.

*All workshops will be offered based on request and VCCS availability throughout the year. For more information on how to request a workshop from VCCS staff please visit our Outreach and Training page.

Please Note:  All workshops will be offered in person or through telehealth on a secure video platform, and will be determined by VCCS Staff as appropriate.

Fall 2026 Drop-in Workshops:

ADHD: So I'm not just lazy and inconsiderate? September 9/24 3-4PM (Metcalf)

ADHD is simultaneously the most over- and under-diagnosed mental health condition in our modern era. Most diagnoses come when people enter college due to the shift in structure, certainty, and flexibility. Learn from a fellow ADHD-er about ADHD and how it can affect aspects of relationships, sleep, emotional regulation, motivation, and procrastination on (9/24) 3PM-4PM. I will discuss strategies to help change from a bootstrap, self-focused view of motivation to a view of creating systems to help support your stimulation-seeking brain, like writing down and setting an alarm right now to attend (9/24), 3PM-4PM. (Good job!)

Overcoming Perfectionism and Procrastination
9/21 3:30-4:30PM (Metcalf)

Struggling to get started or finish because it’s never "good enough"? Perfectionism and procrastination often go hand-in-hand, creating a cycle of stress, avoidance, and self-doubt. In this interactive workshop, we’ll explore the roots of perfectionism, how it fuels procrastination, and practical strategies to break the cycle. We will explore ways to manage self-criticism and how to create more realistic standards.

Learn how to reframe your mindset, embrace progress over perfection, and develop tools to manage the fear of failure. Whether battling last-minute all-nighters or struggling to complete personal projects, this workshop will help you take actionable steps toward a more balanced and productive life.

Open to all students—come as you are, no perfection required!

Therapeutic Doodling Thursdays 9/24, 10/29, 12/3 3-4PM (Olmsted Greenhouse)

Discover the calming power of doodling in this hands-on workshop. Learn simple, effective techniques to ease stress and quiet your mind. Through guided exercises, you'll explore how creative expression can help regulate emotions and bring peace to your day. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just starting, these accessible methods will equip you with tools to calm your mind anytime, anywhere.

Somatic-Based Touch Awareness, November 5, Thursday 3-4PM (Metcalf)

TBA

Trauma-Informed Yoga Friday 4-5PM (Pratt Meditation Room)

This movement-based, weekly space is for students looking to explore the connection between mind and body and strengthen their sense of agency, which can be compromised as a result of trauma. TCTSY, or Trauma Center Trauma-Sensitive Yoga, is the first yoga-based empirically validated, clinical intervention for complex trauma or chronic, treatment-resistant post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The forms and movements do not emphasize external expression, appearance, or receiving the approval of an external authority. The focus is on the internal experience of the participant.

As a TCTSY Facilitator (TCTSY-F), Robin is certified through the Trauma Center Trauma Sensitive Yoga 300-hour program based on protocol developed, studied, and empirically validated by the Center for Trauma and Embodiment. 

Behind the Bottle: Exploring the Why Behind Drinking, TBA (Metcalf)

This workshop is an opportunity to consider the psychology behind college student’s motivation to drink. Whether it is a desire to feel more comfortable in social settings, a need to cope with stress, or a desire to bond with friends, this workshop is an opportunity for self-reflection and a chance to gain insights. The goal is to empower individuals to explore motivations, understand alternative ways of coping, and to make decisions that are best for them.

Ice Cream Social, September 9th Wednesday (TBD) 3:30PM-5PM

Cool down with a sweet treat and hang with other like minded students!

4-day Workshop Series:

Exploring Your Path: A Journey Through Self, Spirituality, and Mental Health
Mondays September 28th, 5th, 12th and 26th, 3-4PM (Jade Parlor)

Discover how spirituality intersects with mental health, well-being, and your unique place in the university. This four-week interfaith discussion group invites you to embrace the uncertainties of life and explore the more profound questions that guide your path. Together, we’ll attune our spiritual compasses to navigate the interplay of self and environment with curiosity, connection, and a sense of belonging. This is a community-building discussion group, not a therapy or treatment group. Sign Up link for 4-weeks Here: https://forms.gle/XqZPZkEdBErGKDY27