{"id":563,"date":"2025-11-08T20:23:09","date_gmt":"2025-11-08T19:23:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/semmelweis.hu\/mentorprogram\/?page_id=563"},"modified":"2026-04-06T13:05:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-06T11:05:11","slug":"peer-led-group","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/semmelweis.hu\/mentorprogram\/en\/peer-led-group\/","title":{"rendered":"OPEN CIRCLE"},"content":{"rendered":"

OPEN CIRCLE – A Student Well-Being Group<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The Peer-Led Mental Well-Being Group<\/strong> is a student-driven initiative designed to support international Semmelweis students in maintaining their mental well-being throughout medical school. The program provides a safe, judgement-free space to discuss challenges such as stress, work-life balance, adaptation, and healthy coping strategies.<\/p>\n

\nJoin the Group!<\/strong><\/summary>\n

Applications are open throughout the year.<\/span>
\n Fill out the registration form here: Registration form (Google Form) <\/a> <\/strong> <\/span><\/p>\n<\/details>\n

\nNEW DATES<\/strong><\/summary>\n
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APRIL 8. Wednesday, 5 PM, EOK Meeting place<\/strong><\/p>\n

APRIL 16. Thursday, 4 PM, EOK Seminar room 6<\/strong><\/p>\n

APRIL 23. Thursday, 4:30 PM, EOK Seminar room 6<\/strong><\/p>\n

APRIL 29. Wednesday, 5 PM, EOK Meeting place<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n

\nAbout the Program<\/strong><\/summary>\n

The group was founded through a collaboration between ISSA<\/strong> and the International Mentoring Program (IMP)<\/strong> to address the unique pressures faced by international medical students. Its mission is to:<\/p>\n

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  • create an inclusive and understanding environment<\/li>\n
  • normalize academic and emotional difficulties<\/li>\n
  • reduce loneliness and isolation<\/li>\n
  • encourage practical, peer-tested ways to cope with medical school struggles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n
    \nProfessional Guidance<\/strong><\/summary>\n

    While the group is peer-led, the program benefits from the professional involvement of Psychologist Gabriella Pint\u00e9r<\/strong>, who supports the structure, quality, and psychological safety of the sessions.
    \nHer role ensures:<\/p>\n

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    • evidence-based guidance in session design<\/li>\n
    • a supportive framework for both participants and group leaders<\/li>\n
    • an expert point of contact whenever deeper mental-health insight is needed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n
      \nGroup Leaders<\/strong><\/summary>\n

      Sessions are facilitated by experienced IMP senior mentors, selected for their commitment to student well-being. The current group leaders are:<\/p>\n

        \n
      • Everett Mintsoulis<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Adesola Esther Odunowo<\/strong><\/li>\n
      • Sungwoon (Peter) Kim<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        Together with Gabriella Pint\u00e9r, they work to maintain a warm, welcoming, and relatable environment rooted in the principle of students helping students<\/em>.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n

        \nHow the Sessions Work<\/strong><\/summary>\n
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        • Format:<\/strong> small-group, discussion-based meetings<\/li>\n
        • Topics:<\/strong> stress management, work-life balance, coping mechanisms, shared experiences<\/li>\n
        • Frequency:<\/strong> weekly during the semester and exam period<\/li>\n
        • Setting:<\/strong> confidential, relaxed, supportive<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Students are welcome to join whether they want to share, listen, or simply connect with others.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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