Anxiety Management Workshops

During this time, it's normal to feel more stressed, anxious and overwhelmed. The UCC is here to help.
Our Anxiety Management Workshops meet THURSDAYS from 12:30-1:30 pm CST via Zoom beginning on February 9th. These workshops are focused on concrete skill-building, are FREE, open to all students, and no sign up is necessary. Click here for a video archive of anxiety management workshops.
Thursday, February 9th from 12:30-1:30: Self-Care and Stress Management - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you feel overwhelmed and too tired to focus? Learn about behavioral and biological factors that contribute to stress, how to prioritize taking care of your mind and body, and form a plan to reduce stress and improve your overall well-being.
Thursday, February 16th from 12:30-1:30: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you find yourself constantly analyzing a situation from the past or worrying about an event in the future? Learn strategies to attend to your emotions without getting lost in harmful self-criticism, so you can stop overthinking and focus on the present.
Thursday, March 2nd from 12:30-1:30: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you struggle with negative self-talk? Do you frequently compare yourself to others? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a form of psycho-social intervention that focuses on challenging negative cognitive distortions and behaviors. Learn how to improve your ability to regulate emotions and strengthen your coping skills by changing the way you think and behave.
Thursday, March 9th from 12:30-1:30: Improving Focus and Motivation - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you find it difficult to manage your coursework? Are distractions like social media and Netflix making it difficult to concentrate? Learn techniques to overcome obstacles and improve your motivation, so you can stay on top of assignments and reach your goals.
Thursday, March 16th from 12:30-1:30: Coping with Test Anxiety - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you feel especially nervous, worried, or stressed when you have a test coming up? Did you know test-related anxiety can negatively impact your performance? Learn how to reduce stress, improve focus, and calm your nerves before and during a test, so you can feel more confident and prepared in high-pressure situations.
Thursday, March 23rd from 12:30-1:30: Mini-Meditation - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Are you looking for a way to relieve stress and find peace in your busy schedule? Join us for a series of guided meditations to learn how mindful meditation can reduce tension and improve wellness.
Thursday, March 30th from 12:30-1:30: Self-Care and Stress Management - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you feel overwhelmed and too tired to focus? Learn about behavioral and biological factors that contribute to stress, how to prioritize taking care of your mind and body, and form a plan to reduce stress and your overall well-being.
Thursday, April 13th from 12:30-1:30: Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you find yourself constantly analyzing a situation from the past or worrying about an event in the future? Learn strategies to attend to your emotions without getting lost in harmful self-criticism, so you can stop overthinking and focus on the present.
Thursday, April 20th from 12:30-1:30: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you struggle with negative self-talk? Do you frequently compare yourself to others? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a form of psycho-social intervention that focuses on challenging negative cognitive distortions and behaviors. Learn how to improve your ability to regulate emotions and strengthen your coping skills by changing the way you think and behave.
Thursday, April 27th from 12:30-1:30: Improving Focus and Motivation - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you find it difficult to manage your coursework? Are distractions like social media and Netflix making it difficult to concentrate? Learn techniques to overcome obstacles and improve your motivation, so you can stay on top of assignments and reach your goals.
Thursday, May 5th from 12:30-1:30: Coping with Test Anxiety - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Do you feel especially nervous, worried, or stressed when you have a test coming up? Did you know test-related anxiety can negatively impact your performance? Learn how to reduce stress, improve focus, and calm your nerves before and during a test, so you can feel more confident and prepared in high-pressure situations.
Thursday, May 11th from 12:30-1:30: Mini-Meditation - Victoria Gifford, Community Educator (Click here for Zoom link, Meeting ID: 972 1282 7495, Password: loyola)
Are you looking for a way to relieve stress and find peace in your busy schedule? Join us for a series of guided meditations to learn how mindful meditation can reduce tension and improve wellness.
Questions? Email Victoria Gifford (vlgifford@loyno.edu) or Frazier Woods (fwoods@loyno.edu)