Drop-in Spaces

Community Drop-In Spaces - Spring 2026 

Community Spaces are drop-in groups led by CAPS Counselors and open to all students. Although not therapy groups, Community Spaces offer students an opportunity to find community, build connections, and feel supported. It’s easy to join. No appointment is required; you may begin at any time during the semester; it is okay to arrive late or leave early; and you are not expected to attend every meeting. Unless otherwise noted, Community Spaces do not meet during campus holidays, school breaks, or finals week. Community Spaces are not recommended for students in crisis. If you are in crisis, or need immediate assistance, please call 562-985-4001.

A complete list of current Community Drop-In Spaces is available below. 

A supportive community for students with diverse sexual, gender, or romantic identities.

Day: Mondays (weekly, starting 1/26)
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
In-person: PH1-230
Instagram: @csulb.rainbowcafe 

A place for Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi students to bond.

Day: Tuesdays (weekly, starting 2/03)
Time: 12:00-1:00 pm
In-person: PH1-230
Contact: Diane.Hayashino@csulb.edu

Collaboration with Project Resilience.

Hosted by CAPS in collaboration with the Dream Success Center, this support space is designed for students directly or indirectly impacted by immigration status or policy.

Meeting Dates: 2/18, 3/18, and 4/15
Time: 12:00-1:30 pm
In-person: Dream Success Center (SSC 290)
Facilitator: Christina Zavalza, Psy.D

Find the meeting location on Events & Org.

Day: Wednesdays (weekly, starting 2/11)
Time: 12:00-1:00 pm
In-person: ET-009

A space for Latina students to share experiences, create community, and connect. 

Day: Wednesdays (weekly, starting 1/21)
Time: 1:00-2:00 pm
In-person: BH-226
Contact: LatinasAtTheBeach@csulb.edu

Supportive networking group for students who identify as Black women.

Day: Thursdays (weekly, starting 2/05)
Time: 1:00-2:30 pm
In-person: BH-226
Instagram: @csulbsisterfriends49

Women's and Gender Equity Center & CAPS collaboration | Dr. Shelly-Ann Collins & Terri Armstrong

A space for guided mindfulness and meditation. Hosted by students from the Rising Tides, formerly Project Ocean, Peer Wellness Program at CAPS.

Day: Thursdays (monthly)
Time: 12:00-1:00 pm
In-person: Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden
Meeting Dates: 2/26, 3/19. 4/16

Let’s Talk - Spring 2026

Let's Talk is an individual drop-in consultation service for any student interested in a brief and informal discussion with a CAPS Counselor. Let’s Talk is not a substitute for counseling or mental health treatment, but may be helpful for students considering counseling or simply wanting to access support and explore available resources. Attending is easy. No appointment is required, but you may RSVP by following the instructions provided (students are served on a first-come-first-serve basis). Unless otherwise noted, Let’s Talk does not meet during campus holidays, school breaks, or finals week. Let’s Talk is not recommended for students in crisis. If you are in crisis, or in need of immediate support, please call CAPS at 562-985-4001.

A complete list of current Let’s Talk Drop-In Spaces is available below. 

Let's Talk 

Individual 20 min drop-in consultations for all CSULB students. 

  • Tuesdays 11:00am - 12:00pm (weekly, starting 8/26 )
  • Virtual: Zoom
  • Judy Prince, PsyD

 

 

Black Talk 

Virtual drop-in consultation for Black identified students in collaboration with the Black Resource Center

 

APID Let's Talk 

 

Res Life Let's Talk 

Individual 20-minute consultation space for all CSULB Housing Students. 

 

Latine - Let's Talk 

Virtual drop-in consultation for Latino/a/e students in collaboration with the Latine Resource Center 

  • 3:00 pm-4:00 pm (weekly, starting 8/25 )
  • Virtual: Zoom
  • Christina Zavalza, PsyD

 

Pride Talk

 

Individual 20 min drop-in consultations for all CSULB students.

Day: Mondays
Time: 9:00-10:00 am
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Facilitator: Shelly Collins, PhD
Contact: Shelly.Collins@csulb.edu

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Drop-in consultation for Asian, Pacific Islander & Desi students in collaboration with Project Resilience.

Day: Wednesdays (starting 2/11)
Time: 3:00-4:00 pm
Location: FO5-217
Contact: Diane.Hayashino@csulb.edu

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Virtual drop-in consultation for Black identified students in collaboration with the Black Resource Center.

Day: Fridays (starting 2/06)
Time: 11:00-12:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Contact: Shelly.Collins@csulb.edu

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Virtual drop-in consultation for Latino/a/e students in collaboration with the Latine Resource Center.

Day: Tuesdays (starting 1/27)
Time: 4:00-5:00 pm
Location: Latinx Resource Center (LRC) FO4-26
Facilitator: Christina Zavalza, PsyD

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Virtual drop-in consultation for LGBTQIA students.

Day: Tuesdays (starting 2/03)
Time: 3:00-4:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Contact: Beth.Sullivan@csulb.edu

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Drop-in consultation for students with disabilities in collaboration with BMAC.

Day: Wednesdays
Time: 2:00-4:00 pm
Location: Bob Murphy Access Center (SSC-110)

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Virtual drop-in consultation for nontraditional students.

Start Date: 2/09
Time: 3:30-4:30 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Facilitator: Waynette Wasano-Jones, LCSW

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Virtual drop-in consultation for students who live on campus in collaboration with Housing & Residential Life.

Day: Thursdays (starting 2/05)
Time: 3:00-4:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Contact: Clarissa.Green@csulb.edu

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Drop in spaces available to Graduate Students offers an opportunity to learn valuable skills related to boundaries, interpersonal and communication challenges, time management, and whatever else you may need support with. 

Day: Thursdays (monthly)
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Meeting Dates: 2/12, 3/12, 4/9 
Facilitator: Marni Wratchford, LMFT

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Virtual drop-in consultation for Beach Parents to receive emotional support, discuss challenges, explore resources, and strengthen their well-being as they navigate both academics and caregiving.

Day: Tuesdays (starting 2/17)
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Facilitator: Erika Mancilla, LMFT

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