If you are looking for support for your mental and emotional well-being, check out the presentations, plus discussion and support groups offered by the Faculty and Staff Counseling and Consultation Office (FASCCO).

Please note:

• Please complete this online form to attend presentations or groups. 

• These programs are open to faculty and staff from all academic campuses. 

• Michigan Medicine faculty and staff can request additional presentations from the Office of Counseling and Workplace Resilience.  

• Space is limited so early registration is encouraged. If there are multiple dates for a presentation, be sure to indicate your preference.

November 2026 Presentations for Campus Faculty and Staff

Recognizing & Managing One's Anger

Tuesday 11/10 | 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm

This short interactive presentation helps introduce one in how to recognize and then manage their anger appropriately. The session  reviews the four "Cue Areas" there are to anger so that we can choose to respond better to situations that trigger our anger vs. react . Some strategies will be provided that one can add to their anger control plan.  

Presenter: Tom Waldecker

Creating Healthy Boundaries

Tuesday  11/17 | 10:00 am -11:00 am

Healthy boundaries are so important for our emotional well-being, but how do we set and maintain them? In this session, you'll learn the importance of setting personal and professional boundaries, how to recognize your own limits, and tips for having difficult conversations and communicating your needs.

Presenter: Jill Castro

Introduction to Stress Management

Wednesday 11/18 | Noon - 1:00 p.m.

This presentation provides an introductory overview of stress management techniques that can be used in daily life. Participants will practice specific stress management techniques in the class and will be encouraged to select some of these techniques for active implementation in their personal and professional lives.  The format is informal, practical and interactive." 

Presenter: Andrew Greifer

Tools & Tips: Coping with Uncertain Times

Thursday  11/19 | 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm

It can feel like a lot to be a human at times and especially when things might feel outside your control. Feelings of uncertainty and fear can make this all the more taxing. Attend this 45 minute presentation where you can expect to leave with some research backed tips to help you enhance your mental wellness in the context of uncertainty.

Presenter: Alex Jendrusina

Managing Stress Through Managing Your Thinking

Tuesday 11/24 | 11:00 am - 12:00pm

This presentation identifies ways in which negative and illogical thinking often leads to personal and occupational stress. The presentation also includes methods to replace these illogical thoughts with more logical or rational ways of thinking, which has been found to significantly reduce stress.

Presenter: Andrew Greifer

Discussion Group

Forgiveness - Discussion Group

Wednesday 11/11 | 12:00 pm - 1:00pm

It is said that "Forgiveness is a gift you give to yourself." Do you find yourself struggling with hanging on to regrets or past issues that negatively impact you?  If so, a look into the power of forgiveness may be helpful in dealing with these concerns. This is an interactive session with attendees participating.

Presenters: Joanne Bernard & Janell Kilgore

Support Groups 

Please complete this online form to attend presentations or groups, unless otherwise noted 

Mental Wellness Mondays MWM

Are you interested in learning ways to support your emotional well-being but short on time? If you have just 15 minutes, sign up for access to a monthly webinar called Mental Wellness Monday (MWM). This brief webinar offers practical tips and strategies to support your mental wellness. This low-commitment virtual opportunity is meant to be accessible. Feel free to sign up and attend whenever you can. 

Led by FASCCO counselor and licensed clinical psychologist Alex Jendrusina, Ph.D. 

1st Monday of every month at 12:15pm. Please note that it is not necessary to sign up if you already have in the past.

Virtual Support Group for Motherhood and Returning to Work 

The Faculty & Staff Counseling & Consultation Office (FASCCO) offers an ongoing drop-in style support group for those returning to work following the birth and/or adoption of a child. The group is designed for those in their third trimester of pregnancy through the time their child is two years old.

The group will address various topics, including preparing for maternity leave, work/life balance, separation anxiety, familial adjustments, lactation support, baby blues, sleep hygiene, feeding issues, childcare, returning to work, and building a postpartum support system. This offering emphasizes group discussion of participant experiences as well as educational components. There is no charge for staff or faculty to attend.

For schedules and registration for the new moms group, please contact Jill Castro at [email protected] or (734) 936-8660.

LGBT+ Connection Group

A virtual opportunity for LGBTQ+ folks to build social connections, support one another in a safe and inclusive space and have open discussions . This group is open to all University staff and faculty who are interested.  The group will meet virtually once per month and is facilitated by Jill Castro, PsyD, counselor in the Faculty & Staff Counseling & Consultation Office.

Email [email protected] to receive more details about the group.

Need Support? We're Here for You

If you’d like to learn more about self-care, stress management, or tips in structuring your day, or are interested in support, counselors are available for no-charge, confidential services. If you work on an academic campus, contact the Faculty and Staff Counseling and Consultation Office (FASCCO) at 734-936-8660 or [email protected]. If you work at Michigan Medicine, contact the Office of Counseling and Workplace Resilience (OCWR) at 734-763-5409 or [email protected].