While post-secondary education can be an exciting and fulfilling experience it can also be stressful, anxiety-producing and lonely. Many students encounter problems that are not easy to resolve and find their usual ways of handling difficulties are not working.
Sometimes the circumstances of our lives and how we think and feel about what is happening inside and around us interferes with who we want to be, what we do and how we relate to others. At these times it can be useful to talk confidentially with a trained counsellor in a safe, respectful and collaborative environment to help find solutions to problems, overcome obstacles and open new possibilities for a more productive and fulfilling student life.
A variety of counselling services are available in response to the individual student's needs. You may choose to seek the assistance of a counsellor, a mental health nurse or services through the Student Support Plan."
Your Student Support Program (SSP ) is a voluntary and confidential support service offered through Sheppellfgi , an off-site counselling service provider. Your Student Support Plan can help you solve all kinds of challenges in your life including stress, personal well-being, relationship and family issues, and addiction concerns., during after-hours and 24/7.
You can receive support off-campus and in person, over the telephone, online, or in a preferred language and through a variety of issue based health and wellness resources. You'll get practical, relevant assistance, fast and in a way that is most suited to your preferences, learning approach and lifestyle. Caring professionals can help you select a support option that works best for you.
To access these services call, toll free: 1-800-268-5211
Counselling Services is committed to celebrating diversity and respect for all students on campus.
College can be a time of significant transition and adjustment. At times stress can become so severe that it poses a threat to academics . This resource can off additional support .
If you are in distress, lonely or suicidal and wish to talk to someone please follow this link to see the location of the local crisis centres in Canada.
Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Room: G1030
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