We’re here to help you build the skills and confidence to make informed, healthy choices that work for you.
Explore a sample of our workshops and events below and visit ExperienceBU or stop by the HUB to learn more.
Personal Counselling offers group counselling and psychoeducational programs designed to support your mental well-being and academic success.
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) skills workshops for emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and mindfulness.
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) group to help strengthen the mindset and manage stress.
- ADHD group that explores strategies for focus, organization, procrastination and motivation.
Group therapy provides a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can connect with peers facing similar challenges, gain new perspectives, and learn practical tools for managing stress, emotions, and daily life challenges. Participating in a group can reduce feelings of isolation, build a sense of community, and empower you to thrive both personally and academically.
Learn how to recognize and respond to signs of suicide and connect someone to the help they need. This half-day training includes videos, discussion, and hands-on practice to help you feel confident as a “connector” — someone who can reach out and support others.
A trained facilitator and community support person will be present to ensure a safe, supportive learning environment.
See ExperienceBU for dates, cost and how to register.
ASIST is a two-day, in-person workshop
Teaching you how to recognize when someone may be thinking about suicide, and how to respond with a skilled, compassionate intervention.
You’ll learn how to
- Talk about suicide in a safe, supportive way
- Build a safety plan with the person at risk
- Connect them to further help and resources
- Reflect on how personal and community attitudes impact support
Two trained facilitators lead the session using videos, discussion, and real-life simulations in a safe and supportive environment.
See ExperienceBU for dates, cost and how to register.
Kick off Welcome Week with Shaken Not Stirred
Your go-to event for all things safe partying and smart substance use.
Enjoy free pizza, tasty mocktails, games, and great music while picking up tips on how to have fun and stay safe. Whether you’re here to chill or chat, it’s a great way to connect, grab some swag, and start the year off right!
Check out ExperienceBU for date, time and location.
We run this event twice a year
Because staying on top of your academics and taking care of your well-being is important all year long!
The Student Success and Wellness Fair brings together everything you need to thrive at Brock in one convenient spot. Whether it’s your first semester or you just need a refresher, this event helps you stay connected and supported.
- Explore campus services that support your academic, personal, and social success
- Grab free pizza
- Win prizes and score some awesome swag
Hosted by SWAC in partnership with Learning Services, the fair is your go-to event for boosting both your success and your well-being.
Happening twice a year—check ExperienceBU for dates, times, and locations.
No registration required—just drop in!
Planning to celebrate Halloween? Stop by our Halloween Safe Partying Fair for everything you need to party smart and stay safe!
Hosted by the Student Wellness and Accessibility Centre (SWAC), this event is all about harm reduction, informed choices, and looking out for each other during spooky season.
- Grab some great swag
- Enter to win awesome door prizes
- Pick up tips and resources for safe, fun partying
Whether you’re heading out or hosting friends, we’ve got the info and tools to help make your night a safe one.
Check out ExperienceBU for date, time and location.
Celebrate all bodies. Challenge unrealistic ideals. Feel better in your own skin.
The Every Body Project is a body acceptance workshop designed to help students challenge harmful appearance ideals and build a more positive relationship with their bodies.
Developed using peer-led, research-backed strategies, this group offers a safe, supportive space to
- Talk openly about body image and media pressures
- Learn to recognize and challenge negative self-talk
- Build resilience against appearance-based comparisons
- Embrace body diversity and self-compassion
This workshop is inclusive, welcoming to all genders, and grounded in the belief that every body is worthy of respect.
Find your focus. Feel more present. Stress less.
This workshop series is designed specifically for students who are curious about mindfulness and want to build lasting tools for managing stress, improving focus, and supporting emotional well-being.
In these interactive sessions, you’ll
- Learn the basics of mindfulness and meditation
- Try simple practices like breath awareness, guided imagery, and body scans
- Reflect on how mindfulness can support academic and personal life
- Connect with peers in a supportive, low-pressure environment
No experience needed—just a willingness to show up and explore. These workshops are a great first step toward creating more calm and clarity in your day.
Check out ExperienceBU for dates, times and location -and registration information.
Each month, Positive Living Niagara visits campus to provide free Naloxone training and Naloxone kits.
Look for them in the hallways—dates and locations will be posted on ExperienceBU.
No registration needed. Just drop by, learn how to save a life, and grab a kit!
Need a little boost during a busy month? Come take a paws! 🐾
Therapaws brings certified therapy dogs to campus once a month to help students relax, de-stress, and connect. Whether you’re missing your pup from home or just need a break, stop by for tail wags, wet noses, and good vibes. It’s free, fun, and full of furry love!
Check out ExperienceBU for dates, times and locations –no registration required.
Feeling the winter slump?
Shake it off during Thrive Week—a week of fun, wellness-focused events designed to help you feel good, connect with others, and boost your mental health.
Happening the last week of January, Thrive Week brings you everything from therapy dogs and free food to creative workshops and stress-busting activities. Come thrive with us!
Take a break and relax.
With a 15-minute mini massage from Niagara College’s student massage therapists—right here on campus!
These massages are supervised, professional, and designed to help you de-stress and recharge. Open to all Brock students.
Explore, reflect, and connect.
Our Mental Health Art Gallery showcases powerful student-created pieces that express experiences with mental health, resilience, and healing. We invite students to submit art in any form—paintings, photography, poetry, digital art, and more. Come see how creativity opens up conversations and builds community.
Watch for our call for submissions in December.
Join us for a fun, real, and refreshingly honest take on sex education
With special guest Dr. Zefkic, OBGYN from St. Catharines!
She’s bringing the facts—and the fun—as we dive into topics like
- Birth control options
- Safe sex practices
- Pleasure and communication
- Myths and misinformation about sexual health
Plus, don’t miss the anonymous Q&A—your chance to ask anything you’ve ever wondered (no judgment, ever).
Let’s talk about sex—the smart, safe, and sexy way.
Check out ExperienceBU for date, time and location –no registration required.
