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Date of Graduation
Spring 2019
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Educational Specialist (EdS)
Department
Department of Graduate Psychology
Advisor(s)
A. Renee Staton
Michele Kielty
Kelly Atwood
Abstract
This project proposes a mindfulness group to address anxiety in college counseling settings. As will be discussed, anxiety is often cited as the most common presenting concern in college counseling centers, and as the need for mental health services in college is increasing, the necessity for cost effective and timely interventions (i.e., groups) becomes apparent. Research on the efficacy of mindfulness as a treatment for generalized anxiety disorder and social anxiety disorder is reviewed, as is the potential for self-compassion to be used as a complement to learning mindfulness skills to address anxiety. Finally, an eight-session group protocol that incorporates this literature is presented, and guidelines and suggestions are offered.
Recommended Citation
Deprey-Severance, Sarah, "Addressing anxiety in college: A mindfulness group for use in college counseling centers" (2019). Educational Specialist, 2009-2019. 142.
https://commons.lib.jmu.edu/edspec201019/142
