WBI Weekly Digest
Just Keep Swimming
When life gets you down, do you wanna know what you’ve gotta do? Just keep
swimming! - Dory
Thanks to everyone who came to WBI’s Palentine’s celebration on Monday!
Congratulations to the Mason Jar Winners!
Jay Kim, Linsey Hanson, Rachel Pretti, and Adrienne Tosaris
Physical
Sorry to those who wanted to go ice skating together, the weather was just
too much of a health concern.
We have a running and basketball group! Message Alex Jones to be a part of
the group chat! [log in to unmask]
Have any group activity ideas please reach out, so that we can make it
happen!
Personal
NAMI Connection Support Group happening TONIGHT.
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See below in the ‘Resources’ section for more details
Academic
We hope that everyone is getting the resources they need to stay safe and
healthy while learning. For us, that means access to recorded classes. If
you’re having any issues with class recordings (or the lack of them), please
let us know
<https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeDGV0GD23rc5q7VbwiWzIBjM-hFMmrj08sAM-NdL5yESnrsQ/viewform>!
We would love to reach out to faculty on your behalf.
Resources
NAMI Connections Group for University of Minnesota Law Students
The NAMI Connection group offers peer-led support for law students living
with mental health disorders who attend the University of Minnesota Law
School.
NAMI Connection is a recovery support group for adults with a mental
illness regardless of their diagnosis. This group is offered free of charge
and is led by trained individuals who are also in recovery – people who
understand the challenges folks with mental illness face.
This is a hybrid model. You can join in-person or via Zoom.
There is a 20 person limit. We still have plenty of room!
No need to register – simply show up!
Who: UMN law students living with mental illness
What: Peer-led support group!
When: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month; 5-6:30pm
Where: Mondale Hall Room 475
This group is completely confidential. It is not therapy.
Click here to see other NAMI Connection Groups offered in Minnesota.
<https://namimn.org/support/nami-minnesota-support-groups/>
"Character and Fitness" Wellness Group
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Held every Wednesday at 12:30 at Mondale Hall.
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A student-run, safe, strictly confidential, judgment-free, 12-step based
group welcomes anyone struggling with substance use or in recovery.
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Hybrid meeting. Contact [log in to unmask] for room location and
Zoom info, or other inquiries.
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In-person attendees must wear a mask while inside the building; see UMN's
Face Covering Protocol
<https://safe-campus.umn.edu/return-campus/face-coverings>.
Let’s Talk <https://counseling.umn.edu/LetsTalk>
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What: Let’s Talk Counselor in Mondale Hall
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Who: Ms. Kifaya Bishop, Multicultural Counselor from Student Counseling
Services
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When: Every Monday from 9-11am
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Where: N160 Student Affairs suite
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No appointment necessary. Drop in.
Lawyers Concerned for Lawyers <https://www.mnlcl.org>
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LCL offers resources on substance use and compulsive behaviors, mental
illness, stress, and well-being
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Support Groups <https://www.mnlcl.org/support-groups/#adhd_support>
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ADD/ADHD Support Group: 2nd and 4th Fridays at noon via Zoom
(Pre-Registration is required for this group)
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Well-Being Group: Thursdays 12:00-1:00 via Zoom
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Need assistance now? Call 651-646-5590 or 800-525-6466
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For 24-hour phone counseling, call Sand Creek
<https://www.mnlcl.org/services/counseling/> at 651-430-3383 or
888-243-5744
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If asked, say you were referred by LCL
Boynton Mental Health
<https://boynton.umn.edu/clinics/boynton-mental-health>
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To schedule your first appointment, call 612-624-1444
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Offering in-person and telehealth
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Individual and couples therapy available (10-session-per-year limit for
each type)
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Eating disorder services, ADD/ADHD treatment, alcohol and chemical
health services, and group therapy available
Looking for a Therapist?
Learn about the various types of mental health professionals and types of
treatments available.
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Types of Mental Health Professionals
<https://www.mhanational.org/types-mental-health-professionals>
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Types of Mental Health Treatments
<https://www.mhanational.org/mental-health-treatments>
Psychology Today Find a Therapist Search Tool
<https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mn/minneapolis>
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Psychology Today is a great resource to find a therapist
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Filter by specific location, accepted insurance, specialty, issues, age,
gender, sexuality, language spoken, ethnicity, faith, and more
Fast Tracker <https://fasttrackermn.org/>
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Search tool for mental health and substance use disorder resources in
Minnesota
Crisis Resources <https://counseling.umn.edu/crisis-services>
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
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1-800-273-8255
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Text ‘MN’ 741741
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Chat Online <https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/>
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Call any time, for any reason
Sand Creek 24/7 Phone Counseling
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651-430-3383 or 888-243-5744
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If asked, say LCL referred you
Community Spaces - NEW!
Community Spaces is a new initiative at the law school! It is for anyone
who is interested in getting together with other Minnesota Law students and
building community.
Third Thursday of the Month from 12:15-1:15pm in Room 3
AND
Third Friday of the Month from 12:15-1:15pm Virtually (
https://z.umn.edu/communityspaces)
Dates: Feb 17th & 18th; March 17th & 18th; April 21st & 22nd
WBI has created a Resources Page on our website
<https://sites.google.com/umn.edu/wbi/resources> where law students can
always go to find support.
UMN Law Well-Being Initiative
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READ MORE ON OUR WEBSITE <https://sites.google.com/umn.edu/wbi/home>
<https://www.facebook.com/umnWBI/?ref=page_internal>
<https://www.instagram.com/petsofmondale/>
<https://open.spotify.com/user/aw9l8e839jqj0qt6zyqvyjo3v?si=mJCQMIuUR1SqXZAyPwtChQ>Current
Contacts
Annika Cushnyr - [log in to unmask]
Emily Moss - [log in to unmask]
Sarani Millican - [log in to unmask]
Alex Jones - [log in to unmask]
Ali Casey - [log in to unmask]
Luke Srodulski - [log in to unmask]
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