CAPS Workshops
About CAPS Workshops
All of our mental health workshops are led by licensed mental health professionals with various areas of expertise. Counseling and Psychological Services workshops are held in-person and virtually. Students must be currently enrolled at Cal Poly Pomona to attend our workshops. Registration is required. Please see below for more information on our workshops.
Mental Health Workshops
In our skill-focused workshops, students can learn coping strategies for a variety of presenting concerns, such as stress, motivation, negative emotions, and communication difficulties. Workshops are not therapy, and participants are not required to disclose information regarding their personal problems. However, participants are encouraged to ask questions and participate in discussion during the workshop.
Counseling and Psychological Services cannot guarantee confidentiality in our workshops. However, we request that all attendees maintain privacy of any information shared during the workshop. All material shared by the facilitator may not be copied, redistributed, nor published without permission. Audio and/or visual recording of workshops is strictly prohibited.
Counseling and Psychological Services offers both in-person and virtual workshops to meet the various needs of students. Space is limited for in-person workshops; there is no limit to the number of participants for our virtual workshops.
To promote the safety and health of students and staff, please do not attend in-person events if you are experiencing any flu-like symptoms or are under quarantine or isolation orders.
Student can register on My Health Portal under "Groups and Workshops" menu option prior to attending.
Spring 2026 Term Workshops
Date/Time: Thursday, February 12, from 12:00 p.m. thru 1:00 p.m.
Location: Building 66, Room 101
Having a hard time making friends or finding your people at Cal Poly Pomona? Meeting new people is not always easy so let's make it easier! This workshop is designed to help you overcome the challenges of making friends while learning practical skills for confidence, connection, and meaningful relationships.
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 10, from 12:00 p.m. thru 1:00 p.m.
Location: CAPS, Building 66, Room 116
This workshops series is for students who want to grow and learn about relationships and their role/identify in relationships. Students are more than welcome to attend with their partner, but please keep in mind that this is not couples therapy. The focus of the workshop series will primarily be psycho-educational.
Freebies! If you attend two workshops from this series, you will be able to receive a CAPS tumbler. If you attend all three workshops, you will receive a CAPS swag bag, including many other CAPS goodies!
Students will learn what it means to have healthy boundaries within their relationships while also maintaining connection. Students will explore how the desire for perfection, unrealistic expectations, and social media pressure can impact modern day relationships.
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 17, from 12:00 p.m. thru 1:00 p.m.
Location: Building 66, Room 101
This workshop series is for students who want to grow and learn about relationships and their role/identity in relationships. Students are more than welcome to attend with their partner, but please keep in mind that this is not couples therapy. The focus of the workshop series will primarily be psycho-educational.
Freebies! If you attend two workshops from this series, you will be able to receive a CAPS tumbler. If you attend all three workshops, you will receive a CAPS swag bag, including many other CAPS goodies!
Students will explore how unhelpful labels and pathologizing language can negatively impact intimacy and healthy relationships. Students will learn how to explore relationship concerns with greater empathy and authentic communication.
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 17, from 12:00 p.m. thru 1:00 p.m.
Location: CAPS, Building 66, Room 116
The relationship with yourself sets the tone for every other relationship you have. This workshop invites you to explore physiological, cultural, and social factors influencing your relationship with self and learn strategies for befriending yourself.
Date/Time: Tuesday, February 24, from 12:00 p.m. thru 1:00 p.m.
Location: CAPS, Building 66, Room 116
This workshop series is for students who want to grow and learn about relationships and their role/identity in relationships. Students are more than welcome to attend with their partner, but please keep in mind that this is not couples therapy. The focus of the workshop series will primarily be psycho-educational.
Freebies! If you attend two workshops from this series, you will be able to receive a CAPS tumbler. If you attend all three workshops, you will receive a CAPS swag bag, including many other CAPS goodies!
Students will explore how self-love impacts dating and long-term connections and the role they play in relationships. Students will build tools to strengthen their self-worth and relationships rooted in respect, balance, and authenticity.
Date/Time: Tuesday, March 10, from 12:00 p.m. thru 1:00 p.m.
Location: Building 66, Room 101
Anxiety 101 is an introductory workshop that explores what anxiety is, how to recognize its signs, and practical strategies for managing it.
Date/Time: Thursday, April 16, from 12:00 p.m. thru 1:00 p.m.
Location: CAPS, Building 66, Room 116
Increase understanding and coping with self-doubt, fear of failure, and insecurities as a college student.
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 21, from 12:00 p.m. thru 1:00 p.m.
Location: CAPS, Building 66, Room 116
R&B Mindfulness is a guided mindfulness experience that uses R&B music as a grounding tool for relaxation and reflection. Students will learn practical mindfulness skills while participating in a soothing, music-centered practice designed to help them slow down and reset.
