Drop-in Spaces
Community Drop-In Spaces - Fall 2026
Our drop-in community groups are led by CAPS counselors, except for Buddies Connect at the Beach and Thoughtful Thursday which are led by peer mentors. Drop-in communities are for undergraduate and graduate students at CSU Long Beach. You can join at any time in the semester, it is okay to arrive late or leave early, and you are not expected to attend every meeting. To request disability-related accommodations, please contact the Bob Murphy Access Center at (562) 985-5401 or at bmac@csulb.edu. CAPS drop-in communities do not meet during campus holidays, school breaks, or finals week.
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 8/24)
Time: 3:30-5:00 pm
In-person: PH1-230
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A collaboration with the LGBTQ Resource Center.
A place for Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi students to bond.
Day: Tuesdays (weekly, starting 9/08)
Time: 12:00-1:00 pm
In-person: PH1-230
Contact: Diane.Hayashino@csulb.edu
A collaboration with Asian, Pacific Islander, and Desi Resource Center.
A support space for students directly or indirectly impacted by immigration.
Meeting Dates: Every 3rd Wednesday
Time: 12:00-1:30 pm
In-person: Visit and receive the location
Contact: Christina Zavalza, Psy.D
A collaboration with the Dream Success Center.
Meet other students, build community, get resources, and de-stress.
Day: Wednesdays (weekly, starting 9/09)
Time: 12:30-1:30 pm
In-person: SPA-111
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Hosted by CAPS peer mentors (Beach Buddies) from Rising Tides.
A space for Latina students to share experiences, create community, and connect.
Day: Wednesdays (weekly, starting 8/26)
Time: 1:00-2:00 pm
In-person: PH1-230
Contact: LatinasAtTheBeach@csulb.edu
A collaboration with the Latine Resource Center.
Supportive networking group for students who identify as Black women.
Facilitated By: Dr. Shelly-Ann Cp;;oms & Dr. Terri Armstrong
Day: Thursdays (weekly, starting 9/10)
Time: 1:00-2:30 pm
In-person: PH1-230
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A collaboration with the Black Resource Center.
Wellness activities designed to help you reset, recharge, and connect.
Day: Thursdays (monthly)
Time: 12:00-1:00 pm
In-person: Outpost Lawn
Meeting Dates: 9/17, 10/15, 11/12
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Hosted by Rising Tides, the CAPS Peer Wellness program, in collaboration with Beach Balance. .
Let’s Talk - Fall 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.
All ºÚÁÏÍø students.
Day: Mondays
Time: 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Facilitator: Shelly Collins, PhD
Contact: Shelly.Collins@csulb.edu
Drop-in consultation for Asian, Pacific Islander & Desi students in collaboration with Project Resilience.
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 3:00-4:00 pm
Location: FO5-217
Contact: Diane.Hayashino@csulb.edu
Virtual drop-in consultation for African American, Pan African, and Black students.
Day: Mondays
Time: 11:00-12:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Contact: Shelly.Collins@csulb.edu
Virtual drop-in consultation for Latine/Hispanic students.
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Zoom
Facilitator: Christina Zavalza, PsyD
Virtual drop-in consultation for LGBTQIA+ students.
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 2:00-3:00 pm
Location: Virtual via Zoom
Contact: Beth.Sullivan@csulb.edu
Drop-in consultation for on-campus residents.
Day: Thursdays (starting 2/05)
Time: 10:00 am-12:00pm
Location: La Playa
Contact: Clarissa.Green@csulb.edu
