Current Workshops

Although some people may find the idea of groups and workshops
intimidating, they can offer valuable experiences. By sharing with
others things we have in common, we counter feelings of isolation
and share skills and resources for coping. Groups offer a mirror
through which we can better understand our actions and feelings
by seeing them reflected in others. We benefit by understanding
and having compassion for others facing similar obstacles to
ourselves, and we can learn, share, and try out new ideas together. 
There are different types of groups open to you through our service.
These groups are strictly confidential and range in focus from
academic difficulties to life-skills. Also, the type of group ranges
from time-limited workshops, which are more skills based, to
ongoing weekly or biweekly support groups, which are more
focused on adapting to life’s challenges.
We hope you will find a group or workshop that suits your needs.
The workshops are free of charge to McGill students.

**Click here for details for other free workshops in Student Services!     
**De-Stress activities will be offered throught final exam period!
    Click here for complete details!
                                                                                                                                                    

Registration is required.
Click on workshops below for more details.

MINDFULNESS STRESS MANAGEMENT                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         
led by Karen McGrath or Jim Robinson
Feeling stressed out?  Burned out?  Overwhelmed?  Learn to manage stress using mindfulness based meditation techniques.
Single sessions.
(click on date to register)

SITTING MEDITATION led by Jim Robinson
Open to students with have had previous instuction.
(click on date to register)

OVERCOMING PROCRASTINATION led by Evelyn Rodinos
Wondering why you keep putting off until tomorrow what you need to be doing today?
This workshop will introduce you to some of the reasons and offer some suggestions in navigating the world of Procrastination. Don’t wait!
Single sessions.
(click on date to register)

PUBLIC SPEAKING led by Ruth Mencow
Presentation jitters.  Scared to speak up in class? 
Practicing helps!  Join the public speaking workshop.
Series of 2 sessions.
(click on date to register)

STUDY SKILLS WORKSHOP led by Marike Kuchta & Pascale Gendreau
Feeling overwhelmed by school?  Have the impression you could be doing better?
Join us for the study skills workshop where we will look at the various facets of studying,
including tips ON HOW to be more organized, study more efficiently and ultimately, TO feel more confident.
Single sessions.
(click on date to register)

SOCIAL CONFIDENCE led by Chérie Moody & Zofia Czajkowska
Are you very shy?  Would you like to be able to make friends more easily?
Are you feeling lonely? Learn how to build your social confidence in a respectful environment with other students who are feeling the same way you are.
Please plan on attending all 5 sessions as new material and skills will be taught every week.
Series of 5 sessions.
(click on date to register)

TEST ANXIETY WORKSHOP led by Ted Baker
This two-hour workshop will help you to cope more effectively with the stress and anxiety of exams.
Single sessions.
(click on date to register)

ACADEMIC STRESS WORKSHOP led by Ashley Falco & Roo Deinstadt
Are you struggling in school? Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed by school and want to learn how to cope? 
Join us to get tips on how to learn study strategies and ways to manage stress.
3 series of 3 sessions.
 (click on date to register)

SUPPORT FOR DOCTORAL STUDENTS led by Clare Foa
Do you find it challenging to balance life and academics? 
Do you feel disconnected from others in your program? 
Do you sometimes struggle to retain your focus and direction?
Join our group for ideas, encouragement, motivation and a sense of connectedness.

Meets  every other Tuesday, beginning Jan. 15 from 4:30pm to 6:00pm

Register

A.C.T. ON ANXIETY led by Katherine Kozina
Stressed out? Overwhelmed? Feel like something is missing?
Learn how to cope with anxiety and add more meaning to your busy life with acceptance and commitment therapy.
Series of 4 sessions.
(click on date to register)

DEALING WITH EMOTIONS led by Philip Lemieux
Emotions are naturally occurring reactions to daily events but sometimes they can feel overwhelming.
Come learn the fundamentals of emotional awareness and effective coping strategies for difficult feelings.
2 series of 4 sessions.
(click on date to register)

GRIEF & LOSS led by Donna Kuzmarov
Have you experienced a significan loss in your life?
Come together with others & share your loss in a supportive environment.
Learn ways of coping & strategies to help you in your grieving.
Series of 4 sessions.
(click on date to register)

ASSERTIVENESS led by Karen McGrath
Do you find yourself saying YES to requests that you should really say NO to?
Do you have difficulty accepting constructive criticism? Do you have problems asking for what you want?
Come and learn how to be assertive!
Single sessions.
(click on date to register)

BUILDING RESILIENCE led by Antoine Beauchemin
Learn how healthy eating, exercise, good sleeping habits, and meaningful activities can help you. 
2 series of 4 sessions.   
(click on date to register)

THINK SMART - LIVE WELL led by Nicole Roberts
Do you have difficulty coping with stress? Feel you lack a sense of personal control in your life?
Do you struggle with setting goals and problem solving?
Join this group to learn cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness to help you manage stress.
Series of one session & one of 2 sessions.
(click on date to register)

COPING WITH PERFECTIONISM led by Nicole Roberts
Do you constantly criticize yourself?  Do you feel your efforts are never good enough?
Do you set unrealistic standards?
Join this group to discuss the role perfectionism plays in your life and develop tools for overcoming perfectionism.
(click on date to register)