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The following groups are open to students of HÂþ»­, Kings and NASCAD only.

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Eating Disorders Group

The Eating Disorders Group is an on-going group which continues until the end of the academic year. The Group is for students who are experiencing difficulties with eating in the form of severe restrictions or anorexia nervosa, binging with or without purging or bulimia, and compulsive overeating. The focus of the group is to provide a safe setting, support self-defined change, and resolve underlying feelings.

You can register at the Counselling Centre, 4th Floor, S.U.B., HÂþ»­ University

or email: groupcps@dal.ca

For further information, telephone 494-2081 or visit out website at

Start Date: Tuesday, September 18th, 2012

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

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Living With Loss: A Grief Support Group

Fridays, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

This group is appropriate for students who have experienced a significant loss. Most commonly, that would be the death of a loved one, but could also include the break-up of a significant relationship or major loss. The group will involve mainly discussions, with some individual activities. Various topics will be covered throughout the year.

This is a drop-in group. Students can attend as many sessions as they need. We recommend that you call our office (494 2081) each Friday to confirm that the group is taking place.

For more information, e-mail: jvrushto@dal.ca

START DATE: September 14th, 2012

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Gaining Social Confidence

Joan Hanley, Ph.D.

The Gaining Social Confidence Group is for students who experience anxiety when interacting with others and would like to feel more comfortable and confident in social situations. Some of the topics covered are: understanding symptoms of anxiety, managing anxiety and strategies for increasing confidence in social interactions. Treatment approaches include: cognitive-behavioural strategies and relaxation skills.

The group will meet weekly for 6 weeks on Wednesdays, from 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm, starting September 26th, 2012.

You can register at the Counselling Centre, 4th Floor, S.U.B., HÂþ»­ University or e-mail: groupcps@dal.ca

For further information telephone 494-2081 or visit our website at

A $5.00 fee is required upon registration, to be refunded upon attendance.

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Managing Anxiety Group

The Managing Anxiety Group is for students who would like to understand and manage their anxiety. Some of the topics to be covered are: understanding symptoms of anxiety and managing physical discomfort, anxious/worrisome thoughts and troublesome behaviours. Treatment approaches include: cognitive-behavioural strategies, relaxation skills, and a mindfulness approach to managing symptoms.

The group will meet weekly for 6 weeks on Thursdays from 10:30am - 12:00pm, starting September 27th, 2012.

You can register at the Counselling Centre, 4th Floor, S.U.B., HÂþ»­ University or e-mail: groupcps@dal.ca

For further information, telephone 494-2081 or visit our website at

A $5.00 cash deposit is required.

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Sleep and Relaxation Workshop

This two-hour workshop will include tips on how to fall asleep faster and feel more refreshed during the day. Participants will also learn relaxation techniques, including deep breathing, progressive muscle relation, and visualization.

For further information please call 494-2081.

To register, drop into the Counselling Services, 4th Floor, S.U.B., HÂþ»­ University or e-mail: groupcps@dal.ca

Workshop dates begin:

Wednesday, September 19th, 2:30 - 4:30pm

Thursday, October 4th, 1:30 - 3:30pm

Wednesday, October 10th, 7:00 - 9:00pm

Monday, October 22nd, 2:30 - 4:30pm

Please inquire at our centre for more available dates.