Support Group for International Students in Groningen: Coping with Homesickness, Stress, and Student Life

Moving to a new country is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming — especially if you’re an international student in Groningen. Adapting to a new culture, building a routine, managing studies, and making new friends can sometimes feel like a lot. Homesickness, stress, and the challenges of student life are very common experiences, and you don’t have to navigate them alone.

As a licensed psychologist and former student in Groningen, I understand how it feels to start a new life in a foreign city. You may miss home, feel out of place, or wonder if you’ll ever fully settle in. That’s why I’m starting a therapeutic support group for international students in Groningen, designed to help you cope, connect, and thrive.

Why Join a Support Group for Groningen Students?

Group support provides a unique opportunity for international students to:

• Share experiences and feel understood

• Discuss homesickness and strategies to cope with it

• Learn stress management techniques for student life in Groningen

• Build routines that support your academic and personal wellbeing

• Connect with other international students who are going through similar experiences

Unlike individual therapy, group sessions create a sense of community. You’ll hear different perspectives, share your own, and realize you’re not alone in your struggles. The shared space encourages understanding, empathy, and resilience — essential skills for adapting to life as a student.

About the Group

• Duration: 6 weeks

• Session length: 90 minutes per session

• Group size: Maximum 6 students (small and cozy)

• Focus: Homesickness, adapting to student life in Groningen, stress management, and social connection

• Location: City center of Groningen

• Fee: Student-friendly (€20 per session)

The group is a safe, supportive environment where you can share challenges, receive coping strategies, and build connections.

How to Join

If you’re interested in joining, sign up on this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSde5LzuKvEIhYp-35K2HDQA8-F7gCanyVA5FOH1QFY4u6DTfw/viewform?usp=dialog email me at alexandratop.psy@gmail.com reserve your spot.

Whether you’re struggling with homesickness, adjusting to academic life, or simply looking for support and connection as an international student in Groningen, this group is designed to help you feel more at home.