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The following groups and workshops offered by the Counselling Centre are open to students of HÂþ», Kings and NASCAD only.
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EATING DISORDERS GROUP
Tuesdays 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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 Center, 4th Floor, S.U.B., HÂþ» University or email: groupcps@dal.ca
For further information, telephone 494-2081 or visit out website at http://www.dal.ca/counselling
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Living With Loss: A Grief Support Group
Wednesdays, 3:30 pm - 4:30 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 Wednesday to confirm that the group is taking place.
For more information, e-mail: jvrushto@dal.ca
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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 :
Friday, Jan. 25th, 1:00-3:00 pm
Tuesday, Jan. 29th, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Thursday, Fed. 7th, 10:00 - 12:00 pm
Monday, Feb. 11th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, Feb. 20th,10:00 - 12:00pm
Please inquire at our center for more available dates.
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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 January 23rd, 2013 and running through February 27th, 2013.
You can register at the Counselling Center, 4th Floor, S.U.B., HÂþ» University or e-mail: groupcps@dal.ca
For further information telephone 494-2081 or visit our website at http://www.dal.ca/counselling
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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 January 24th, 2013 and running through March 7th, 2013.
You can register at the Counselling Center, 4th Floor, S.U.B., HÂþ» University or e-mail: groupcps@dal.ca
For further information, telephone 494-2081 or visit our website at http://www.dal.ca/counselling
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