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Individual Support

Amber Rivera

Amber Rivera
Program Director

Request an appointment with myHub’s Director of Learner Life and Wellness, Amber Rivera, for individualized support to help you achieve a stronger sense of well-being. While your academics, research, and career development can be very exciting, there may be times when you need some support or simply want to get connected to new people and information. Schedule some time to talk in a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space as you think about your goals and discover some areas where you could use some support. Exploring your thoughts, emotions, and experiences around personal wellness can help you develop insight, reflect on challenges, and mindfully prepare goals and strategies for well-being. 

Services that Amber provides are available to all SMD graduate students and postdocs. Amber is located in MRB G-9555 and can be reached by phone (585)-275-7288 or email Amber.Rivera@URMC.rochester.edu.

Services Offered

  • Learner Support & Wellness – Discuss how SMD GEPA can support your educational journey, personal development, and personal wellness.
  • Counseling – Preliminary and short-term counseling in response to a personal concern. Everyone has the capacity for growth; sometimes we need a space to explore thoughts and feelings, and discover strength, wisdom, and grace within. All discussions will be held in confidentiality.
  • CARE Network – Discuss CARE Network referrals. Whether you have been referred for support through the CARE Network, are considering making a self-referral, or a referral concerning someone else, you can safely discuss the CARE Network’s role in addressing concerns.
  • Access to University Support Services – The School of Medicine and Dentistry graduate and postdoctoral experiences are unique, and the University offers a variety of resources to help you be successful on your own path. Discuss ways to connect and receive support.
  • Trainee Group Advising – Discuss leadership development, program planning, group development concerns, and learner needs for your Trainee Group.
  • Wellness Programs and Initiatives – Meet and greet to discuss wellness topics that are of interest to you and other graduate and postdoctoral learners. Suggest your ideas for wellness programs and initiatives that address challenges commonly faced by SMD graduate students and postdocs.