Biola UniversityGroup & Individual Therapy
Individual therapy is available for $20.00 per session for full and part-time students. Call (562) 903-4800 to get started or drop by the BCC to sign up. Students can also explore life and address concerns in confidential, supportive small groups. Most groups cost only $20.00 per semester! Email the person listed under your group of interest.
Groups for Fall 2025
Social Anxiety Support
$20 total for the group
This group provides a safe space for individuals experiencing symptoms of social anxiety to challenge,
explore, and understand their emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. In addition to providing a caring space
for sharing and mutual support, this group will provide members with an understanding of the components
of social anxiety and skills to increase overall social confidence through psychoeducation and guided
exercises. The group encourages sharing and connecting with others on similar journeys of self-
discovery. All who experience fear, tension, or nervousness in social situations are welcome to join,
whether you’re seeking targeted intervention or simply seeking connection with others facing similar
concerns. Facilitated by Lauren Johnson M.A. and YunHee Han M.A. If interested, email YunHee at
yunhee.han@biola.edu or fill out this form.
BIPOC at Biola
$20 total for the group
For many students of color, college can feel isolating, and seeking mental-health care can feel daunting.
This group is designed for Black, Indigenous, and Students of Color who are unsure if individual therapy
fits their cultural lens. If you are interested in improving your relationships, forming a more robust sense of
self, exploring your connection to your family/values, bettering your mental health, and seeking a
community of Bipoc peers, this space may be a fit for you. Beyond providing a safe space for sharing and
group support, this space will provide psychoeducation about Identity Formation, holistic wellness
practices, and promote mindfulness/self-compassion. We invite all students interested in connecting
around the shared experience of being Bipoc at Biola. Facilitated by Alyssa Jupiter, M.A. Email Alyssa
at alyssa.m.jupiter@biola.edu for more information.
Beyond the Dinner Table
$20 total for the group
Navigating complex or dysfunctional family dynamics can be a challenge. For many emerging adults,
college is time for unpacking family relationships and trying to establish healthy patterns of connection.
Beyond the Dinner Table is a group designed to provide a safe space for individuals who want to explore
dynamics within their family of origin and learn strategies for healthier relationships. The group
encourages sharing and connecting with others navigating similar challenges. Facilitated by Lauren
Johnson M.A. and Alyssa Jupiter M.A. If interested, email Alyssa at alyssa.m.jupiter@biola.edu or
fill out this form.
Goodnight to Insomnia
$20 total for the group
This group is designed for individuals seeking a healthier relationship with sleep. Whether the challenge
is falling asleep, staying asleep, feeling rested, or maintaining a consistent sleep routine, support is
available. A diagnosis of insomnia is not required for participation. The group combines CBT-I (Cognitive
Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia)—a gold-standard, evidence-based approach to improving sleep, with
opportunities for personal sharing and group discussion. Each session includes: Psychoeducation on
healthy sleep habits, tracking individual sleep schedule, and space to reflect on the spiritual meaning of
rest. It provides a safe, supportive environment where participants can learn practical tools to improve
sleep quality, explore the emotional and spiritual aspects of rest, and connect with others who understand
the struggle. The goal is to move toward experiencing true rest—body, mind, and spirit. Facilitated by
YunHee Han M.A. Email YunHee at YunHee.Han@biola.edu for more information, or fill out this form.
Secure-ish: A Therapy Group on Attachment
$20 total for the group
Do you find it challenging to be honest about your needs in relationships? Have you ever wondered why
you tend to play a similar role in your relationships? Would you like to learn how to develop and maintain
meaningful relationships? Secure-ish is a supportive therapy group that explores how your attachment
patterns — the ways you connect, communicate, and respond in relationships — influence your
experiences with friends, family, classmates, coworkers, and romantic partners. Through guided
discussions, interactive activities, and self-reflection, you’ll gain insight into your patterns, learn tools for
building healthier connections, and practice strategies for communicating your needs with confidence.
Whether you identify as anxious, avoidant, secure, or somewhere in-between, this group offers a space to
grow toward more balanced, fulfilling relationships. Facilitated by Presley Scott, M.Psy. Email Presley
at presley.scott@biola.edu for more information or fill out this form.
Pre-Marital Counseling Group for Couples
9 weeks, $90 per couple
Couples who are engaged or seriously dating and considering marriage complete the Prepare/Enrich Relationship Inventory then discuss their individual and couple responses as they relate to the following topics: relationship strengths and growth areas; personal stress profiles and healthy communication; understanding each partner’s family of origin, connectedness, flexibility, and conflict resolution; financial management; spiritual beliefs; sexual relationships; leisure activities; children and parenting. Facilitated by Willa Williams, LMFT. Email Willa at willa.williams@biola.edu.