Free online workshops to help you thrive
Cornell Health counselors facilitate psycho-educational drop-in workshops focused on helping students develop skills to thrive.
Workshops are ...
- Led by Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) counselors and psychologists
- Designed for undergraduate, graduate, and professional students; open to all Cornell community members
- Offered on a drop-in basis by Zoom
- Free!
Workshops are designed to provide skills to assist with coping. Workshops do not provide mental health treatment. If you would like to speak with a counselor, please call us (24/7) at 607-255-5155.
Spring 2025 WORKSHOPS
To participate in a workshop, please register using the link(s) below. You will then receive the Zoom meeting link by email. (Registration stays open up to the workshop start time.)
Cannabis, Considerations for University Students
Wednesdays: 2/5, 2/26, 4/9, and 4/30 at 4:00-5:00 pm
Register for Cannabis workshop (any date)
Facilitator: Linda Stout, MSEd, CASAC
Learn more about cannabis and if you choose to use it, safer use of it.
Less is More, Understanding Blood Alcohol Concentration
Wednesdays: 2/12, 3/5, 3/26, 4/16, and 5/14 at 4:00-5:00 pm
Register for BAC workshop (any date)
Facilitator: Linda Stout, MSEd, CASAC
There's a real science around blood alcohol concentration. How many standard alcoholic drinks you can have and enjoy feeling buzzed without getting a hangover, rebound depression or anxiety, vomiting, sleep disturbance, blackout or poisoning, really depends on your weight and pacing. Any of us might enjoy a big piece of chocolate cake and not worry about the size of it, but the right "dose" matters with alcohol. A petite person, say under 115 pounds, will be intoxicated from only 2 standard drinks in a rapid pre-game, but a bigger person might merely feel slightly buzzed. In this confidential workshop, you can ask questions, listeners' videos will be off, and you do not need to include your full name. This workshop will be offered once a month.
Go Easy on Yourself to Get Hard Things Done: A Workshop on Self-Compassion
Tuesdays: 2/11, 3/11, 4/8, and 5/6 at 3:30-4:30 pm
Register for the Self-Compassion workshop (any date)
Facilitator: Sheila Singh, PhD
In this workshop, we will discuss why we are self-critical, why that approach often backfires, and how to be kinder and more compassionate with yourself in order to do better and feel better.
Mindfulness and Meditation for Anxiety
Thursdays: 2/13, 3/13, and 4/10 at 3:30-4:30 pm; 5/8 at 11:00-12:00pm
Registration link for the Mindfulness and Meditation for Anxiety workshop on 2/13
Registration link for the Mindfulness and Meditation for Anxiety workshop on 3/13
Registration link for the Mindfulness and Meditation for Anxiety workshop on 4/10
Registration link for the Mindfulness and Meditation for Anxiety workshop on 5/8
Facilitator: Joy Mushabac, LCSW-R
Regular mindfulness practice and mindful meditation has been proven to reduce anxiety, stress, and depression while improving attention, clarity, concentration, and calm. Instead of being on “autopilot,” the skill of mindfulness is characterized by openness, attentiveness, and receptivity. This workshop will give you a taste of both mindfulness and meditation practice.
The Neuroscience of Stress and Rest
Thursdays: 2/12, 3/12, 4/9, and 5/14 at 3:00-4:00 pm
Register for the Neuroscience of Stress and Rest workshop on 2/12
Register for the Neuroscience of Stress and Rest workshop on 3/12
Register for the Neuroscience of Stress and Rest workshop on 4/9
Register for the Neuroscience of Stress and Rest workshop on 5/14
Facilitator: Kate Evans, LMHC
In this workshop learn to understand the basic biological processes happening in your brain and body during times of stress, anxiety and states of fight, flight or freeze. Also, learn hands on and actionable ways you can wire your brain for increased states of calm, rest and play on a day to day basis.
The Perfection of Imperfection: Why and How to Lean In to Chilling Out
Tuesdays: 1/28, 2/25, 3/25, and 4/22 at 3:30-4:30 pm
Register for the Perfection of Imperfection workshop (any date)
Facilitator: Sheila Singh, PhD
In this workshop, we will focus on what perfectionism is, how it may show up in your life, the damage it can do, and some strategies for keeping it in check.
Thesis Therapy: Navigating the Emotional Journey of Graduate Writing
Wednesdays: 1/29, 2/26, 4/2, and 4/23 at 3:30 pm
and Tuesday, 5/13 at 3:00 pm
Register for the Thesis Therapy workshop (on 5/13)
Facilitator: Lex Enrico Santí, LCSW
"Thesis Therapy: Navigating the Emotional Journey of Graduate Writing" is a workshop designed to support graduate students facing the emotional challenges of thesis and dissertation writing. Through a blend of narrative therapy, creative arts therapy, and mindfulness techniques, participants will address the psychological barriers that impede writing progress. The workshop offers therapeutic writing exercises and group discussions, fostering resilience, self-compassion, and creative freedom. Guided by professionals skilled in both therapy and academia, "Thesis Therapy" provides a supportive environment for overcoming writer's block and managing academic stress, promoting personal and academic growth.
Tobacco and Vaping Cessation
Wednesdays: 1/29, 2/19, and 3/12 at 4:00-5:00 pm
*4/23 workshop is CANCELLED*
Register for Tobacco and Vaping workshop (any date)
Facilitator: Linda Stout, MSEd, CASAC
Although smoking has decreased since high rates in the 1960s, cigarette smoking is the top preventable cause of death. Most people who smoke, vape or use tobacco products say that they want to quit, and most smokers who try to quit aren’t using all the tools they can. There are new findings about what helps with tobacco cessation, including behavioral strategies (counseling, apps, text lines and games) and medications.
Unraveling Anxiety: A Roadmap to Resilience and Well-being
Monday: 2/3 at 3:30-4:30 pm
Tuesdays: 3/4, 4/1, and 5/6 at 3:30-4:30 pm
Register for the Unraveling Anxiety workshop (any date)
Facilitator: Lex Enrico Santí, LCSW
Learn about the roots of anxiety and unlock your full potential. This workshop provides a safe, bias-free environment where students can explore neurobiology insights and concentrate on real-world interventions. Join us for engaging discussions, interactive exercises, and collaborative activities that delve into anxiety's roots. From mindfulness techniques to evidence-based interventions, you'll develop concrete skills to manage anxiety's impact effectively.