UConn Sexpert Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a free service offered by peer health educators, the UConn Sexperts, on the UConn Storrs campus!

Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a great option for students who have questions about sex and sexual health, are looking for a non-judgmental, laid-back environment to discuss a sex related concern or issue, or are interested in improving their sexual health and personal well-being. Our UConn Sexperts are trained to provide education, support, and connection to resources on and off-campus on a wide variety of topics pertaining to sex, sexual health, and relationships.

• Mondays: 10am-1pm
• Tuesdays: 10am-12pm
• Wednesdays: 9am-6pm
• Thursdays: 9am-6pm
• Fridays: 2pm-5pm

UConn Sexperts (and supervising staff) are designated confidential employees under UConn’s Title IX Reporting Obligations. Peer support sessions are for educational and support purposes only. Peer support visits are not on-call or emergency services, and are not for individualized medical advice, nor are they counseling or therapy.

For more information, visit: studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts 

Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
  • If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.

This session is held by Zach Brown, LMSW

Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

Our intention is to engage in practices that support mental wellbeing and help build community and connection. Gentle Therapeutic Yoga classes will be held right after this class.

Yoga is protective and enlivening.

Freeing you from habitual patterns of tension, this yoga creates a sense of spaciousness within, dissolves stress, strengthens core muscles, joint health, centeredness, postural alignment and groundedness, increases breath capacity and breath awareness, shifts stagnant emotions into movement and release, and is attentive to the subtle stuff of the mind, helping to free us from the driving forces of unconscious actions and thoughts.

You’ll practice yogic techniques that you can bring into your everyday experience for simply living a good day, and for increasing your capacity to be creatively present in your life. A yogic attitude toward self and practice is one of kindness, patience, and tenderness. We grow into our best selves in an inner atmosphere of loving care.

Open to all UConn students, faculty and staff from any campus. No experience required.

Substance Use Risk Reduction Peer Educators are here to offer a safe and non-judgmental space for students to talk about anything related to alcohol, cannabis, or other substance use- whether it’s for yourself or someone you care about. Our peer heath educators are students just like you, trained to provide education, support, and connection to resources on and off-campus on a wide variety of substance use topics.

• Monday: 11:15 am to 1:15 pm
• Tuesday: 11:30 am to 1:30 pm
• Wednesday: 10 am to 12 pm & 5 pm to 7 pm
• Thursday: 2:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Student Health and Wellness peer educators are designated confidential employees under UConn’s Title IX Reporting Obligations. Peer Support sessions are for educational and support purposes only. Peer support visits are not on-call or emergency services, and are not for individualized medical advice, nor are they counseling or therapy.

Yoga is protective and enlivening.

Freeing you from habitual patterns of tension, this yoga creates a sense of spaciousness within, dissolves stress, strengthens core muscles, joint health, centeredness, postural alignment and groundedness, increases breath capacity and breath awareness, shifts stagnant emotions into movement and release, and is attentive to the subtle stuff of the mind, helping to free us from the driving forces of unconscious actions and thoughts.

You’ll practice yogic techniques that you can bring into your everyday experience for simply living a good day, and for increasing your capacity to be creatively present in your life. A yogic attitude toward self and practice is one of kindness, patience, and tenderness. We grow into our best selves in an inner atmosphere of loving care.

Open to all UConn students, faculty and staff from any campus. No experience required.

Join SHaW’s Sexpert Peer Health Educators and Program Manager for Sexual Health Initiatives, Cassy, for two evenings of creativity, connection, and conversation at Kinky Craft Night — a hands-on, sex-positive craft night designed to celebrate pleasure, self-expression, and body liberation!

Whether you’re creating an educational zine, stitching affirmations about consent, or collaging your fantasies into a pleasure-positive vision board, this space is all about exploring sexuality through art in a safe, welcoming, and judgment-free zone!

• All supplies provided (paper, beads, crochet supplies, etc.) & experienced crafters to help guide you
• Open convos around consent, kink, queerness, and pleasure
• A supportive environment for all genders, bodies & identities
• Chill vibes, good tunes, and maybe a little glitter!

No experience needed — just bring your curiosity and a willingness to create!

Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
  • If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.

Providers rotate weekly on Fridays! Check out more of our mental health providers here.

Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
  • If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.

This session is held by Graciela Quinones-Rodriguez, LCSW

Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions. Please call to schedule an online timeslot and to receive the link.

UConn Sexpert Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a free service offered by peer health educators, the UConn Sexperts, on the UConn Storrs campus!

Peer Support Drop-In Hours are a great option for students who have questions about sex and sexual health, are looking for a non-judgmental, laid-back environment to discuss a sex related concern or issue, or are interested in improving their sexual health and personal well-being. Our UConn Sexperts are trained to provide education, support, and connection to resources on and off-campus on a wide variety of topics pertaining to sex, sexual health, and relationships.

• Mondays: 10am-1pm
• Tuesdays: 10am-12pm
• Wednesdays: 9am-6pm
• Thursdays: 9am-6pm
• Fridays: 2pm-5pm

UConn Sexperts (and supervising staff) are designated confidential employees under UConn’s Title IX Reporting Obligations. Peer support sessions are for educational and support purposes only. Peer support visits are not on-call or emergency services, and are not for individualized medical advice, nor are they counseling or therapy.

For more information, visit: studenthealth.uconn.edu/sexperts 

An All Recovery meeting is ‘non-denominational’ meaning all pathways of recovery are embraced here. A universal recovery topic is chosen and then the group discusses it. It is not affiliated with any “Anonymous” program although you are likely to hear comments associated with 12 step fellowships. Meetings are facilitated by a student member of the URC with support from a Recovery Coach and are held both in-person and online for students from other UConn campuses. 

Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin

• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue

• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist

• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend 

• If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.

This session is held by Chelsea Morales, PsyD

Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
  • If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.

This session is held by Fumi Sowah, LCSW

Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

Yoga is protective and enlivening.

Freeing you from habitual patterns of tension, this yoga creates a sense of spaciousness within, dissolves stress, strengthens core muscles, joint health, centeredness, postural alignment and groundedness, increases breath capacity and breath awareness, shifts stagnant emotions into movement and release, and is attentive to the subtle stuff of the mind, helping to free us from the driving forces of unconscious actions and thoughts.

You’ll practice yogic techniques that you can bring into your everyday experience for simply living a good day, and for increasing your capacity to be creatively present in your life. A yogic attitude toward self and practice is one of kindness, patience, and tenderness. We grow into our best selves in an inner atmosphere of loving care.

Open to all UConn students, faculty and staff from any campus. No experience required.

SMART Recovery is an evidence-informed recovery method that supports people with substance dependencies and other addictive or problem behaviors to build and maintain motivation; cope with urges and cravings; manage thoughts, feelings and behaviors; and live a balanced life. The meetings are discussion-based and rely heavily on mutual support, recognizing there is great value in connecting with and learning from peers with similar experiences. Meetings are facilitated by a student member of the URC with support from URC staff. Currently meetings are only held in-person as we are in the pilot phase of implementation at the Storrs campus.

This is a skilled based experiential mindfulness workshop offered to UConn faculty/staff and students. It includes an introduction of concepts and skills of mindfulness and practice exercises.

Skills and Concepts Introduced:
• Definition and benefits of mindfulness
• Present moment awareness
• Noticing
• Accepting

Making Time for Mindfulness may be requested as a program event here

Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
  • If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.

This session is held by Ashley Smith, Psy.D.

Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
  • If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.

This session is held by Zachary Brown, LMSW

Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

Take a break from your schoolwork and come spend a little time with one of the therapy dogs from Tails of Joy. Pet Therapy is known to reduce stress, anxiety and to build empathy.

Please note that Pet Therapy is provided on a volunteer basis. We cannot guarantee that dogs will be present the entire time.

In-Power is a student-led support group dedicated to building a gender-inclusive community that welcomes victim-survivors of sexual assault, stalking, and/or intimate partner violence at any point in their healing process. Through a focus on empowerment, autonomy, and resilience, the group aims to help participants claim agency over their own stories and experiences, as well as the direction of the group. We’ll be accomplishing this with a variety of discussion topics and self-care methods. If you are interested in joining the group, please reach out to facilitators at: in-power@uconn.edu

Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
  • If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.

This session is held by Graciela Quinones-Rodriguez, LCSW

Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions. Please call to schedule an online timeslot and to receive the link.

The 12 Steps are guiding principles that outline how to overcome addiction, avoid triggers and live a healthy, productive life. The meetings are a gathering space primarily for students in, or seeking, recovery from substances, but is also open to students living with other addictive behaviors. Meetings are facilitated by a student member of the UConn Recovery Community and are held both in-person and online for students from other UConn campuses.

Our intention is to engage in practices that support mental wellbeing and help build community and connection. Gentle Therapeutic Yoga classes will be held right after this class.

Yoga is protective and enlivening.

Freeing you from habitual patterns of tension, this yoga creates a sense of spaciousness within, dissolves stress, strengthens core muscles, joint health, centeredness, postural alignment and groundedness, increases breath capacity and breath awareness, shifts stagnant emotions into movement and release, and is attentive to the subtle stuff of the mind, helping to free us from the driving forces of unconscious actions and thoughts.

You’ll practice yogic techniques that you can bring into your everyday experience for simply living a good day, and for increasing your capacity to be creatively present in your life. A yogic attitude toward self and practice is one of kindness, patience, and tenderness. We grow into our best selves in an inner atmosphere of loving care.

Open to all UConn students, faculty and staff from any campus. No experience required.

Yoga is protective and enlivening.

Freeing you from habitual patterns of tension, this yoga creates a sense of spaciousness within, dissolves stress, strengthens core muscles, joint health, centeredness, postural alignment and groundedness, increases breath capacity and breath awareness, shifts stagnant emotions into movement and release, and is attentive to the subtle stuff of the mind, helping to free us from the driving forces of unconscious actions and thoughts.

You’ll practice yogic techniques that you can bring into your everyday experience for simply living a good day, and for increasing your capacity to be creatively present in your life. A yogic attitude toward self and practice is one of kindness, patience, and tenderness. We grow into our best selves in an inner atmosphere of loving care.

Open to all UConn students, faculty and staff from any campus. No experience required.

Students who may benefit from attending a Let’s Talk: Mental Health Office Hours session include:

• Students who want help connecting to resources but are unsure where to begin
• Students who are looking for advice on a non-clinical issue
• Students who are unsure about therapy and are curious about what it is like to talk to a therapist
• Students who may have concerns about the mental health of a friend and seek advice on how to support their friend
  • If a student is not an imminent risk, and is refusing your support in contacting our office, you may also consider contacting the UConn Student CARE Team.

Providers rotate weekly on Fridays! Check out more of our mental health providers here.

Please note: Drop-in hours are quick 15-20 minute sessions and do not require scheduling or adding to your calendar.

An All Recovery meeting is ‘non-denominational’ meaning all pathways of recovery are embraced here. A universal recovery topic is chosen and then the group discusses it. It is not affiliated with any “Anonymous” program although you are likely to hear comments associated with 12 step fellowships. Meetings are facilitated by a student member of the URC with support from a Recovery Coach and are held both in-person and online for students from other UConn campuses. 

In-Power is a student-led support group dedicated to building a gender-inclusive community that welcomes victim-survivors of sexual assault, stalking, and/or intimate partner violence at any point in their healing process. Through a focus on empowerment, autonomy, and resilience, the group aims to help participants claim agency over their own stories and experiences, as well as the direction of the group. We’ll be accomplishing this with a variety of discussion topics and self-care methods. If you are interested in joining the group, please reach out to facilitators at: in-power@uconn.edu