Groups and Workshops
Please click each link listed here or scroll down to find meeting information and descriptions for the following support groups and workshops. Groups will not meet on campus holidays.
- Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Support Group
- Circle of Resistance - Spirit of Solidarity
- Community Peer Program
- Creative Expressions Group
- Transfer Support
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Support Group
- TBD for the Winter Quarter 2026
- Time Pending
- Location: Pending
This is a shared space for Asian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander-identifying
students led by mental health interns from De Anza's Mental Health and Wellness Center.
The group will teach various skills and is focused on creating a safe and welcoming shared space. Come meet and connect with others while receiving support in maintaining physical and mental well-being!
Circle of Resistance - Spirit of Solidarity (Support Space)
- Meets on Fridays (1/16/26 - 3/20/26)
- 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m.
- Location: Via Zoom (Link here)
Circle of Resistance, Spirit of Solidarity is a virtual support space for anyone who
is navigating through the current climate impacting our immigrant families and communities.
Through focusing on ancestral/collective wisdom, and solidarity, we can relieve isolation,
find strength, and foster resilience. In this series, we will experience practices
and share tools to stay healthy in our Heart, Mind, Body, and Spririt. Come join us
in this virtual circle of community via Zoom! You will be meeting with Alejandro Ruelas-Mora
and Edmundo Norte. If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Alejandro via
email at MHWC6@deanza.edu
“Círculo de Resistencia, Espíritu de Solidaridad” ("Circle of Resistance, Spirit of Solidarity") es un espacio virtualde apoyo para cualquier persona que esté sobrellevando los efectos del clima actual que afecta a nuestras familias y comunidades inmigrantes. Al enfocarnos en solidaridad, y la sabiduría ancestral y colectiva, podemos aliviarel aislamiento, encontrar fuerza y fomentar la resiliencia. En esta serie, compartiremos prácticas y herramientas para mantenernos sanosen nuestro Corazón, Mente, Cuerpo y Espíritu. ¡Únase a nosotros en este Círculo de Comunidad virtual a través de Zoom! Los facilitadores serán Alejandro Ruelas-Mora y Edmundo Norte. Si tienen alguna pregunta, pueden contactar a Alejandro por correo electrónico a la dirección MHWC6@deanza.edu.
Community Peer Program
Are you open to a peer relationship and focused on wellness and recovery? Join the
Community Peer Program to gain support and independence! This program is designed
for individuals living with a mental health condition in Santa Clara County who seek
to enhance their mental wellness through peer mentorship.
This program is for you if you:
- Live in Santa Clara County
- Want to thrive outside a hospital environment
- Wish to be intentional about your future choices
- Want to learn to manage your symptoms
- Want to develop good coping strategies
- Wish to learn from others living with mental health conditions
- Want to find hope
Please note that our mentors are also working on their wellness, and this program is not intended as a daily conversation partner or caregiver respite service.
How to Join
Complete the program application and submit it in one of the following ways to receive a peer connector:
- Print and mail your completed application form to:
Community Peer Program
NAMI Santa Clara County
1150 South Bascom Avenue, Suite 24
San Jose, CA 95128
- Or you can email your completed application form to CPP@namisantaclara.org
Please include "De Anza College, Mental Health & Wellness Center" in your response to: "Where did you hear about the Community Peer Program? (El Camino Hospital, Momentum, Stanford, etc.)
For more information
For more information, contact: CPP@namisantaclara.org or visit the National Alliance on Mental Illness page.
Helpline for free, confidential support and information: 408-453-0400 x1 (Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
Creative Expressions Group
- Meets on Tuesdays ( 1/6/26- 3/17/26)
- 2 p.m. - 3 p.m.
- Location: RSS Bldg. Second floor, Room 202
Join this supportive environment to build resilience and develop coping skills for anxiety and depression. The group focuses on helping participants practice and enhance emotional expression through various creative forms (art, music, and movement). Topics include academic stress, anxiety, culture, depression, future goals, family concerns, gender identity, life balance, loneliness, relationship stress, sexuality, and social anxiety. No prior experience is necessary! You'll meet with two lovely clinicians Carol & Carrie!
New Support Group - TBD
Are You Looking for Crisis Counseling or Help Services?
For information about crisis counseling or to make an appointment with a therapist, please contact the Mental Health and Wellness Center at 408-864-8868.
You can also find information about crisis counseling and support resources outside of De Anza by visiting our Counseling resources list.