Drop-In Chats are informal drop-in spaces run by Emmons therapists. Unlike therapy, you don't need to make an appointment, fill out any paperwork, or commit to a schedule—just show up and talk with a licensed professional who is there to support you!
Fall 2025 Drop-In Spaces
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Navigating Conflict
with Eric Robinson, LMFT
Mondays, 3–4 pm on Zoom
Talk through a current conflict. Develop communication strategies. Be heard.
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Grief & Loss Drop-In Group
with Eric Robinson, LMFT
Tuesdays, 1-2 pm on Zoom
This is a safe, supportive space where students can honor their loss, obtain support and develop coping skills.
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DBT Skills Drop-In Group
with Claudia Ortega, LCSW
Tuesdays, 10–11 am at Emmons
earn skills including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
What's the Word, Hummingbird?
with Claudia Ortega, LCSW
Wednesdays, 3–4 pm at the ICC (Mindful Room)
A safe and private place to meet with a counselor. Centered around BIPOC, First Gen & LGBTQIA2S+ students.
Earned Stripes
with Tyler Carter, LCSW
Thursdays, 1–2 pm in the Obama Lounge (JSC, near SLICE)
One-on-one informal space to discuss challenges of college, such as academic stress, juggling responsibilities, missing home, and meeting new people.
Mariposa Hours
with Dr. Paloma Franco, PsyD
Thursdays, 1–3 pm at Project SAFE
Confidential, one-on-one space centered around the needs of survivors. Get support and learn coping skills.