Groups & Workshops

Groups & Workshops are powerful vehicles for change. When people participate in a group with others who may be experiencing similar challenges, they are often validated that they are not alone in their struggles. Students explore and learn new skills and can practice these in the safety of the group. Groups can be an empowering experience; feeling the support of the facilitator(s) and fellow group members can increase motivation and energy to create the change people want for themselves.

Please check out the upcoming groups & workshops outlined below and choose one (or more) that you believe might be a good fit for you!

If you have any questions about therapeutic groups and workshops or have any concerns, please call the HCC at 905-828-5255 or drop by the clinic (DV 1152) or email health.utm@utoronto.ca.

Crafts & Chill: A Queer & Trans Drop-in 🌈

Facilitators: Isha Saini (she/her), RP & 2SLGBTQIA+ Focused Counsellor & John Nguyen (he/him), OT Reg (Ont)
When: Thursdays | 2:00pm - 3:00pm 
Where: Wellness Den | Student Services Hub | (DV 2207)

Looking for a space to unwind and connect with fellow queer, trans, and gender-diverse peers? Join us for Crafts & Chill, a weekly drop-in where you can create, chat, and celebrate queer and trans joy in community. 

Materials are provided, but feel free to bring your own project too! This group is facilitated by queer identifying HCC Counsellors.

All identities and levels of craftiness welcome. No need to register, just drop-in and get crafting!

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🧩 Community & Connections: A wellness drop-in for students identifying as Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC).

Facilitators: Racialized staff from the HCC Counselling Team
When: Fridays | 1:30pm - 2:30pm 
Where: Wellness Den | Student Services Hub | DV 2207

Community & Connections is a weekly drop-in session at the Wellness Den that offers a safe space for BIPOC students to hang out, reflect on their identities and experiences and build a supportive community while engaging in a variety of wellness activities.  Activities will include:

• Sip n’ Share - Join us as we sip tea and share our experiences in a supportive circle.
• Playlist Power Hour - Music is a vital part of our identity! Come share your favourite tunes, discover what others are listening to, and craft a personalized playlist to help manage stress, reflect, and boost your mood.
• Craft & Chat - Come by and build community as we engage in an art activity!
• Positive Vibes - Come together and craft uplifting messages and heartfelt notes to inspire and support each other.

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Meditation & Movement

Facilitators: RAWC or HCC staff
When: Mondays | 1:30pm - 2:00pm 
Where: Wellness Den | Student Services Hub | DV 2207

Guided Meditation & Movement will be paired with a physical practice to help us move our bodies into wellness including seated yoga and stretching.  

Mindfulness is about being present and in the moment. These free, drop-in classes foster an accepting, non-judgmental environment to learn and practice different forms of mindful meditation. No prior experience with mindfulness or meditation is required! Everyone is welcome, students, staff, and faculty!

Lower Stress. Improve Mood. Feel Better.

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