| Groups & Workshops |
Date & Time |
Location |
Comments |
| Registration for May - August 2013 Workshops |
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Room B270, University Centre |
Call Counselling Services at 250- 721-8341 for more information. |
Anxiety
ACT for Anxiety
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy
(6 sessions)
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Wednesdays
May 15 - June 26
10:30am - Noon
(no session June 5)
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Room B270, University Centre |
Call 250-721-8341 to arrange a short interview with Susan Dempsey at Counselling Services prior to enrolling in this group. |
Anxiety
Managing Panic Attacks and Anxiety
(Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Group)
(5 sessions )
Topics include:
Learning about panic attacks & anxiety
Practicing grounding and calming strategies
Understanding the role of realistic thinking
Setting up exposure schedule; planning roads ahead
Facilitator is Ai-Lan Chia
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Wednesdays
July 3 - 31
1:00pm - 2:20pm
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Room B270, University Centre |
Call Counselling Services at 250- 721-8341 for more information. A short interview with a counsellor is required prior to enrolling in this group. |
Body Image and Relationship with Food
Body Image and Relationship with Food
(7 sessions)
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Check back here for future dates
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Room B270, University Centre |
Call 250-721-8341 to arrange a short interview with Dr. Ai-Lan Chia at Counselling Services prior to enrolling in this group.
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Career Exploration Group
Career Exploration Group
(6 sessions)
Great workshop for any UVic student who is uncertain about their academic and/or career direction.
Co-facilitated by Counselling Services and Co-operative Education Program & Career Services |
Now starting May 14 - not too late to register
Tuesdays
May 14 - June 24
10:30am - 12:20pm
(no sessions June 3 & 10)
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Room B270, University Centre
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Call Counselling Services at 250-721-8341 for more information. Cost is $20 for materials. |
Career Exploration Group
Graduate Career Exploration Group
(7 sessions)
For Graduate Students
Co-facilitated by Counselling Services and Co-operative Education Program & Career Services |
Check back here for future dates
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Campus Services Building
Career Services Group Room
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Call Counselling Services at 250-721-8341 for more information and registration. Cost is $20 for materials.
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Grief
Exploring the Nature of Grief and Loss
(11 sessions)
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Check back here for future dates.
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Room B270, University Centre |
Call 250-721-8341 to arrange a short interview with a counsellor prior to enrolling in this group. |
Learning
Learning Skills Course
Learning Skills Course
This 4-week non-credit course teaches proven studying and learning strategies that can be applied to your regular courses.
(12 sessions)
Materials Fee: $50 (cash or cheque).
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Check back here for future dates
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McPherson Library
Room A003
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Questions?
Download a sample course syllabus.
Call us if you have questions 250-721-8341. Register at Counselling Services. |
Learning
Learning Skills Workshop Series NEW
Frustrated that your grades are not reflecting your study efforts?
Tired of mismanaging your time and procrastinating?
Come to one, a few or all of the following workshops to help you achieve your academic goals.
#1 Motivation & Time Management
#2 Goal Setting & Academic Stress Management
#3 Exam Prep & Writing (Part 1)
#4 Reading & Concentration
#5 Organizing Information & Note Taking
#6 Exam Prep & Writing (Part 2)
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Check back here for future dates
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McPherson Library
Room A003 |
Call Counselling Services at 250-721-8341 for more information. |
Learning
Procrastination NEW
(6 sessions)
Do you put off studying and working on assignments? Do you struggle with completing a task? Do you often wait for the "perfect time" (which never comes) before getting started?
If so, you are not alone. Come join this group to find ways to reduce your procrastination habits. In this group you will learn more about why you procrastinate, its role in your life and practical tools.
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Check back here for future dates
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Room B270, University Centre |
Call Counselling Services at 250-721-8341 for more information. |
Learning
University Learning Skills Course
This two-week intensive course, involving skill development and practice, is for university- or college-bound students who want to make the most of their courses by improving their skills in all areas of learning.
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Next session will be August 2013.
Several times are offered.
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University Skills Flyer 2012
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Questions?
Call Continuing Studies, if you have questions 250-472-4747. |
Learning
The 'New' Thesis Completion Group
(weekly throughout term) |
Tuesdays
1:00pm - 2:20pm
or
Wednesdays
1:00pm - 2:20pm
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Room B270, University Centre |
Email jsheppa1@uvic.ca to register or for more information.
Please contact Janet Sheppard if you are interested in attending this group. |
Personal Growth
Changeways for Mood & Stress Management
A Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Group
(6 sessions)
Looking to live more fully?
Depression, acute stress and anxiety are common challenges in academic life.
Changeways is a group program where you can build awaremess and practices for improving mood, self-care, stress management and personal effectiveness.
This group accepts new participants at specific intervals; check with Counselling Services.
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Thursdays
May 16 - June 22
2:30pm - 4:00pm
(no session June 6)
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Room B270, University Centre |
Call 250-721-8341 to arrange a short interview with Dave O'Brien at Counselling Services prior to enrolling in this group. |
Personal Growth
Hakomi Therapy Group
A workshop for mindfulness & self-discovery
(9 sessions)
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Check back here for future dates |
Room B270, University Centre |
Sign up at Counselling Services
(20 min interview required) with Susan Dempsey or Janet Sheppard
Call Counselling Services at 250-721-8341 for more information. |
Personal Growth
Relaxation Drop-In
(8 sessions)
This group will draw on guided relaxation and mindfulness meditation techniques to help you ground in the present moment and change your relationship with tension and anxiety. No guided relaxation or meditation experience necessary.
UVic students can join this group at any point in the term. |
Tuesdays & Thursdays
May 14 - June 6
1:00pm - 2:00pm |
Room B270, University Centre |
Call Counselling Services at 250-721-8341 for more information.
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Personal Growth
Mini-Workshops for Personal Growth
(6 sessions)
A Personal Growth series of mini-workshops
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Wednesdays
May 15 - June 26
1:00pm - 2:20pm
(no session June 5)
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Room B270, University Centre |
Call Counselling Services at 250-721-8341 for more information. |
Relationships
Healthy Relationships
A Support Group
(8 sessions)
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Stay tuned for dates/times.
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Room B270, University Centre |
Call Counselling Services at 250-721-8341 for more information. |
Relationships
Gaining Social Confidence
(11 sessions)
An open group for UVic students.
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Check back here for future dates |
Room B270, University Centre |
Call Counselling Services at 250-721-8341 for more information. |
Stress and Anxiety
Mindful Way Through Stress
(8 sessions)
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Check back here for future dates |
Room B270, University Centre |
Call 250-721-8341 to arrange a short interview with Emma Mason at Counselling Services prior to enrolling in this group or for more information.
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