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Groups and workshops

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There are a number of groups run by the Advice and Counselling Service, sometimes in liaison with external services.  Take a look below to see what groups are currently available.

 

If you are interested in longer-term group therapy, then you can find out more on our Group Therapy page.

Peer Support Group for those affected by sexual assault, violation or violence.

This group offers a peer-support space for individuals who have experienced sexual assault, violation or violence at any time in their lives. It provides a space to discuss topics and impacts around sexual assault and violence while also exploring coping strategies that people have found useful in the past. Participants will also receive a selection of resources that they can use in their own time.

The group will be facilitated by one of our Sexual Assault and Harrassment Advisers and a Student Wellbeing Adviser. The group is available to those of any or no gender.

Group dates:

Mondays at 2-3:30pm, from 20th October - 24th November 2025.

How to join:

Register for the group at the following link: https://forms.office.com/e/8UHGL16Eri. Please note: Students need to be able to attend all sessions. 

PhD Support Group

The PhD Support Group is run by the Advice and Counselling Service. It aims to provide a safe, confidential space in which PhD students support each other with personal, emotional and relationship issues that are holding them back. Find out more information on the PhD Support Group page.

Procrastination Bootcamp

If procrastination is an issue, you may like to register for this 6-week bootcamp taking place in person on Mile End campus and run by one of our Student Wellbeing Advisers. 

Course dates:  

Dates will be announced in October

How to join: 

Scan the QR code on the poster or use this link: https://forms.office.com/e/Vge48bCKHA 

Self Compassion Group

Self compassion group flyer with information about the group which is also given on this webpage

Group focusing on understanding and developing compassion for our selves. The group will take place in person and will involve myth busting, group discussions, in-session exercises and between-session exercises. 

Group dates:

Tuesdays from 21st October to 25th November 2025, 2:30pm to 4pm.

How to join:

Students need to be referred by a member of the Advice and Counselling team. For further information, you can download the flyer: Self Compassion Group Flyer [PDF 1,216KB] If you are interested in attending the group, you should contact welfare@qmul.ac.uk.

Therapeutic Gym Group for Black Women

Group for Black women to take part in an assisted workout with a trainer at Q-motion on the Mile End campus, followed by a reflective session.

Workouts will be 40 minutes and will include Boxfit, HIIT cardio, HIIT strength and Hatha Yoga. Afterwards, we will come together in a private, safe and confidential space and spend 60 minutes talking about the session and what came up for us, alongside themed topics. 

Group dates:

Mondays 1.30 - 3.30pm, from 20th October - 24th November 2025.

How to join:

Students who identify as Black and female will be contacted directly by email with an invitation to apply for the group. Students can also be referred by a member of the Advice and Counselling team.

Walking Mensday's

Looking for a supportive space to connect with others and talk about wellbeing? Men often feel pressure to hide emotions and avoid seeking help, but this group is here to help break that cycle. Together, we’ll explore how opening up can reduce stress, improve mood, and foster connection, while enjoying nature. Join us for meaningful conversations and a breath of fresh air.
The weekly wellbeing walk is open to all Queen Mary students who identify as male. The group, consisting of up to 10 people, lasts 105-minutes and runs for 6 weeks. It offers the opportunity to connect with yourself, fellow students and to explore the local area, come rain or shine! The walk itself will involve some simple guided meditation techniques and will last approx. 45 mins. This will be followed by a reflective space to discuss topics pertinent to men’s mental health in a safe and confidential way. 


Group dates:

Wednesdays at 3pm-4:45pm, from 29th October to 10th December 2025 . Please note: there will be break on Wednesday 19th November.

How to join:

Please complete the form here to provide some personal details. This is so we know how to contact you, and who to contact in the unlikely event of you becoming unwell whilst attending a session of the course. Any information you provide will be treated confidentially. Your details will be stored securely for the duration of the course but not passed onto a third party, and will be safely deleted when the course finishes. 
Requirements
  • Ability to part-take in a gentle walk at a comfortable pace for approx. 45 minutes as well as engage in group led discussions around men's mental health.
  • Bring comfortable footwear i.e., trainers or walking shoes
  • Appropriate layers of clothing depending on the weather
  • Waterproofs such as: poncho or umbrella in the event of rain
  •  Bottle of water for hydration
  •  Commitment to all 6 weeks
  • No previous experience of mindfulness, meditation or therapy required
Note: We welcome those with disabilities
For more information or questions about the group please email both Vuong Ngo (v.n.t.ngo@qmul.ac.uk) and Jonathan Pinto (j.pinto@qmul.ac.uk).

Mindfulness courses 

QMUL offers a rich diet of mindfulness activities to students who want to thrive, rather than just survive, at university. The sessions are led by mindfulness teacher Bob Chase. Some take place online, and others in person a St Benet’s Chaplaincy on Mile End Campus. There is also a Mindful Study app with guided meditations and tools to manage procrastination and pre-exam stress. 

Course dates: 

Mindful Meetup Sessions run weekly on Wednesdays at from 5-6.30pm, from 29th October to 3rd December 2025. Sessions take place in the Chaplaincy.

Mindful Study Support is a series of three open support sessions for students looking to improve their academic performance using mindfulness.  

  • Thursday 30th October at 2pm
  • Wednesday 12th November at 12:30pm
  • Wednesday 26th November at 12:30pm

How to join:

Visit the Mindfulness page on the Chaplaincy website to register and find out more.

 

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