EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT GROUPS

We offer a number of educational support groups, which involve open dialogue, peer support and are guided by CMHA professionals. Some sessions are geared towards those dealing with serious mental illness, while others focus on how to manage the everyday challenges that everyone faces. Most are conducted in our CMHA boardroom and run from six to 10 weeks. Contact us for more information on any of the groups listed below.

Depression Support Group
Learn about the types of depression, common symptoms, coping skills. One session will feature a pharmacist presenting information on anti-depressant medication.
8 weeks

Assertiveness Training
Learn the differences between aggressive, passive and assertive personalities. Practise conflict management and other assertive skills.
8 weeks

Health and Empowering Relationships
Learn how to define and maintain healthy boundaries, clear communication and recognition of boundary violations.
8 weeks

Grief Support
A general group session for anyone dealing with the death of a loved one
6 weeks

Anxiety Management
Defining, dealing with anxieties and phobias, as well as understanding the causes – and remedies – for worry and panic. Relaxation techniques will also be explored
Six weeks

Suicide Bereavement
4 weeks

Points to Recovery
This series talks about the myths of mental illness, medication and you, taking charge, signs of change, strengths, organizing your help and coping strategies.
8 weeks

Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions
Learn how to feel better, do more activities, make changes to your diet and exercise, learn strategies to manage your medications and communicate with your doctor.
6 weeks

Journeying Together
Family members and caregivers can share their experiences with each other. Discussions around understanding stigma, overcoming stress, navigating the mental health system, developing a crisis plan and community resources.
8 weeks

FOR INFORMATION ON ANY OF THESE GROUP SESSIONS, PLEASE CONTACT US:

705-328-2704 or info.cmha@cmhakawarthalakes.ca