Group Counselling and Workshops
Group Counselling is available in addition to Single-Session Counselling to help you build skills, coping strategies and a support system by providing a safe and supportive environment where you can share your experiences and connect with others.
Our groups and workshops are facilitated by counsellors trained in a variety of approaches. During these sessions, you can feel free to participate as much or as little as you like.
Group Counselling and Workshops are helpful to:
- Learn that you are not alone in feeling a certain way.
- Increase your awareness of helpful behaviours and coping strategies by interacting with others who may have similar concerns.
- Practice and improve your interpersonal skills to use outside of the group.
- Get to know and make friends with other students on campus.
Open Groups – Fall 2026
Explore available open group sessions and register for the group that best meets your needs through the appointment booking page.
Afro-Caribbean and Black (ACB) Students Support Group
When – Fridays, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Weekly.
Where – CTTC Building.
Details
This group offers a supportive space for students who identify as African, Caribbean and Black to share lived experiences, build community, develop resilience and improve mental health and is led by racialized counsellors.
Crafting Your Calm – Crafting and Mindfulness
When – Mondays, 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Monthly.
Where – CTTC Building.
Details
Discover the art of relaxation with Crafting Your Calm, a unique therapy group blending creativity and mindfulness to help reduce stress. Join us once a month for a calming, hands-on experience.
Unmasking Connections – Neurodiversity Group
When – Wednesdays, 3:00 p.m. – 4:15 p.m., Weekly.
Where – CTTC Building or field trip leaving from Paul Menton Centre (PMC) Office.
Details
Collaboration with Paul Menton Centre (PMC).
This group may be a good fit for students living with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and more. Through discussions, activities and on-campus field trips, this group fosters connection, social communication skills and mental wellness. No diagnosis is required to participate in the group.
Women’s Neurodivergent Support Group
When – Fridays, 1:00 p.m. – 2:15 p.m., Weekly.
Where – CTTC Building.
Details
A safe, neuro-affirming space for women and female-identified individuals with ADHD/ASD traits to discuss unique challenges and wellness strategies in a supportive space.
Closed Groups – Fall 2026
Closed groups require a referral from Health and Counselling Services (HCS). To receive a referral, please book a counselling appointment or email grouptherapy@carleton.ca.
Anxiety Skills Group
When – Afternoons, 6 weeks.
Where – In-person, on-campus.
Details
A structured group for students experiencing stress and anxiety, looking at the role it plays in your life and strategies to promote overall wellness.
DBT Skills Group
When – Afternoons, eight weeks.
Where – In-person, on-campus.
Details
A weekly group for students to learn and practice DBT skills for managing emotions and improving interpersonal relationships, and helpful role of mindfulness.
DBT Skills for Eating Disorders Group
When – Mornings, eight to ten sessions.
Where – In-person, on-campus.
Details
A weekly group that offers practical tools for managing difficult emotions, distress, urges and eating-disorder-related behaviours.
MANifest Wellness – Mental Health Group for Men
When – Afternoons, five weeks.
Where – In-person, on-campus.
Details
In this mini-series, counsellors Shawn and Grant will lead conversations and skill-building around challenges that men frequently face.
Sleep Well, Study Better Group
When – Afternoons, six weeks.
Where – In-person, on-campus.
Details
Struggling to get a good night’s sleep? This six-week program is designed just for university students! One-hour sessions will explore practical tips and proven strategies—like better sleep habits, stress management, and CBT-I techniques—to improve sleep quality, energy and boost academic performance.
Therapeutic Dungeon and Dragons Group
When – Afternoons, weekly.
Where – In-person, on-campus.
Details
This group is a great fit for students who are socially anxious, seeking connection and/or identify as neurodiverse. The first session involves painting a DND character and learning rules/identifying their needs to be successful in the program.
Understanding Eating, Body Image, and Change Group (NEW)
When – Afternoons, weekly.
Where – In-person, on-campus.
Details
The group is intended to be a supportive space where participants can learn, reflect, ask questions and begin identifying what may be helpful. Focused on supporting a better understanding of your body and health, the impact of stress, and the unique pressures that can come with university, relationships, social media and expectations around food and appearance.