Mental Health Groups
We are offering two, mental health coping skills groups this semester. If you are a Grenfell student, please register by calling 709-637-7919 or by dropping by our office in BW 243 (Bennett Wing, AS Building). Group registrants are booked on a first-come, first-serve basis so be sure to reach out ASAP to confirm your spot.
1:
Coping with Anxiety
Facilitated by Grenfell Counsellor, Jennifer Broadbent, this 4-week group will teach students where anxiety comes from, how it presents in the body, how thoughts and behaviours affect our moods, and ways to combat panic and other types of anxiety symptoms.
Dates: Every Thursday, from October 19 until November 9 (inclusive)
Time: 10:30 – Noon
Location: Multifaith Space (AS 273)
2:
Coping with Life…just before exams!
Facilitated by Grenfell Psychologist, Dr. Veronica Hutchings, this 4-week group will help students cope with life as we head into the end of the semester and get ready for exams. Participants will learn dialectical behaviour skills to help them stay in the moment, regulate their emotions, tolerate distress and communicate more effectively.
Dates: Every Wednesday, from November 8 until November 29 (inclusive)
Time: 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Location: Multifaith Space (AS 273)
CPS is hybrid! In-person and virtual services available!
Grenfell Campus is committed to the provision of psychological and counselling services to its students. These services are delivered by mental health professionals at no cost. Information is confidential - what is said between the mental health professional and client stays between them.
If you are a registered Grenfell student, you can book up to 10, 50-minute sessions with one of our mental health professionals and receive help with personal difficulties that interfere with your ability to function at your desired level. You can also arrange for Psychoeducational screening with our Psychologist.
CPS offers GROUP SESSIONS at various times throughout the semester, so check back for more information!
Location:
Health Services (BW 243) on the 2nd (main) floor of the Bennett Wing, Arts and Science Residence
Hours of Operation:
Monday – Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM (Closed for lunch 12:30 – 1:00 PM)
To Book an Appointment:
Drop by CPS reception during office hours or call 709-637-7919. If your call goes to voicemail, please leave a detailed message including your name and phone number and your call will be returned within one business day.
Please Note:
CPS is not an emergency service. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call 911 or the mental health crisis line 811.