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Effective Coping Skills for Uncertain, Turbulent Times $

The increasing uncertainties in our lives are escalating stress and anxiety. Learn a variety of research-based tips and approaches for decreasing anxiety, worry, doom scrolling, and co-ruminating, in the face of unsettling, stressful world events. The workshop includes:

Better Sleep Program Starts $

Learn proven, drug-free strategies to fall asleep (or back to sleep) more easily, and get more energy from sleep. This skills program provides information and instruction in the cognitive / behavioural techniques most effective for decreasing insomnia and promoting more restful sleep. Topics include:

Cultivating Calm and Clarity: An Evidence-Based Workshop Series for Stress Regulation (Part 2)

In today’s fast-paced world, stress is unavoidable—but how we respond to it can make all the difference. Cultivating Calm and Clarity is a two-part, evidence-based workshop series designed to help participants better understand their stress responses and learn practical strategies for navigating stress with greater awareness. Grounded in psychology and neuroscience, this interactive series explores the “why” behind stress and introduces tools to help regulate it through thoughts, emotions, and actions.

Mental Health First Aid - May 2025

Developed by the Mental Health Commission Canada, this 1-day certification course focuses on the four most common mental health disorders including substance-related, mood-related, anxiety and trauma-related, and psychotic disorders. Course Objectives Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the support provided to a person who may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis. Course participants will learn how to:

Dot Painting to Mindfulness

Experience Mindfulness Through Dot Painting - We offer accessible, beginner-friendly dot painting workshops designed to support participants wellness through creative mindfulness. In just one hour, participants are guided step by step through the calming, repetitive process of dot painting—an engaging practice that promotes focus, stress relief, and relaxation. This hands-on session provides a peaceful break from day to day activities while encouraging self-expression and presence in the moment.

Chair Yoga: Get Fit Where you Sit - May 9

Event Details: Chair Yoga is the way to ​go when you are reluctant to get into the yoga clothes and get on the mat- challenge yourself with Chair yoga. 

Cultivating Calm and Clarity: An Evidence-Based Workshop Series for Stress Regulation (Part 1)

In today’s fast-paced world, stress is unavoidable—but how we respond to it can make all the difference. Cultivating Calm and Clarity is a two-part, evidence-based workshop series designed to help participants better understand their stress responses and learn practical strategies for navigating stress with greater awareness. Grounded in psychology and neuroscience, this interactive series explores the “why” behind stress and introduces tools to help regulate it through thoughts, emotions, and actions.

GenEQ Exchange Series

Have you been looking for a supportive community to help with your professional development? Not sure where to go, who to talk to, or maybe a little intimidated? Faculty, staff and graduate students who identify as women, gender diverse, or as allies, are invited to participate in the GenEQ’s Exchange Series (U of G’s Gender Equity Initiative). You’ll have the opportunity to participate in peer mentorship conversations with members of the U of G community by sharing personal stories and experiences navigating work and career challenges.

Considering Counselling? Learn more about seeking psychotherapy

Are you considering reaching out for mental health support and just don't know where to start? Many others might be feeling the same way! Starting therapy to support your mental health can be a very scary experience, especially if you've never done it before and don't know what to expect or who to get support from. It takes strength and vulnerability to begin the journey and reach out for support.  In this webinar we will: 

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