Counselling Wellbeing & Mental Health Workshops

    The Counselling Service offers a suite of workshops throughout the academic year. These workshops include weekly workshops, workshop series, and one off workshops. 

    All workshops are held in An Tobar (ground floor of Student Services Centre) unless indicated otherwise.

    Workshop Brochure for Semester One
         		 Counselling Service Workshop Brochure Semester One
    Monthly Listing for Semester One** COUNSELLING SERVICE WORKSHOPS 2024-2025

    **Please note that dates/times are subject to change - please keep an eye on this page for any changes

    Yoga

    Free 10 week Yoga series open to all levels. Learn to relax, reduce stress and anxiety, improve focus and feel happier with yoga. 
    Drop in anytime for a taster class or complete 5 sessions at any point during the semester and receive a free gift! 

    SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER TWO
    Tues October 1st @ 12-1pm Tues February 4th @ 12-1pm
    Until... Until...
    Tues December 10th @ 12-1pm Tues April 15th @ 12-1pm
    No class Tues Oct 29th No class Tues March 19th

     

    Zen Zone: Crush Stress, Boost Success

    Walk away from this class with three different, scientifically proven, stress busting exercises that you will feel the 
    benefits from.
     

    SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER TWO
    Weds Oct 23rd @ 3.30-4.40pm Weds Feb 26th @ 3.30-4.40pm

     

    Mindfulness Course (MIEA)

    Mindfulness Institute for Emerging Adults' Mindfulness Course  developed at Duke University, USA (formerly known as Koru).

    Learn mindfulness & meditation in this evidence-based 4 week curriculum designed specifically for college students. You will learn and practice exercises and meditations that will help manage stress, and support self-care and regulation. 
     

    SEMESTER ONE  SEMESTER TWO
    Tues Nov 5th @ 3.15-4.30pm Tues March 4th @ 3.15-4.30pm
    Tues Nov 12th @ 3.15-4.30pm Tues March 11th @ 3.15-4.30pm
    Tues Nov 26th @ 3.15-4.30pm Tues March 25th @ 3.15-4.30pm
    Tues Dec 3rd @ 3.15-4.30pm Tues April 1st @ 3.15-4.30pm
    Register Here  Register Here 
    Retreat: Tues Dec 10th 3-4.30pm Retreat: Tues May 6th 3-4.30pm
    Register for Dec 10th Retreat Register for May 6th Retreat

    Places limited to 12 students. Registration required:

    Location: An Tobar, Ground Floor, Student Services Centre

     

    The Body Project

    The Body Project is a four-week programme which equips you with the tools required to address appearance ideals and foster a healthier body image.

    By participating in The Body Project, you will not only embark on a personal journey of self-discovery and empowerment, but also contribute to creating a generation of young people who are confident, resilient and accepting of their bodies. Find out more here

    Dates are dependant on numbers so if you are interested in taking part, please email Barbara
     

    Anxiety

    This series offers tips on how to cope with anxiety, how to identify triggers, and how to manage your anxiety. Theory and Practice using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
     

    TITLE DESCRIPTION SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER TWO
    Improve Your Mood Looking at ways to tackle anxiety & low mood via CBT Weds Nov 13th @ 12-1pm Weds March 26th @ 12-1pm
    Less Stress, More Success Top tips for managing exam anxiety Weds Dec 4th @ 12-1pm Weds April 30th @ 12-1pm
    What to do when 'Panic' attacks Understanding the symptoms of a panic attack & exploring strategies of managing the impact Thurs Dec 5th @ 12-1pm Weds April 30th @ 3.30-4.30pm

     

    Coping with the Impact of Grief & Loss

    This workshops helps to understand the impact of grief and loss and how we cope with the emotional & physical loss of someone we love.
     

    SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER TWO
    Weds November 20th @ 12-1pm Weds April 9th @ 3.30-4.30pm

     

     

    Dealing with Procrastination - 'Don't Put if Off'

    Exploring the factors behind our procrastination habits and strategies to address them. 
     

    SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER TWO
    Weds November 6th @ 12-1pm Weds March 26th @ 3.30-4.30pm

     

    Chew & Chat

    If you would like to meet your fellow students, make new friends, or simply avail of free tea/coffee and biscuits, we would love to see you at our weekly 'Chew & Chat'! 

    Starts: Monday October 7th @ 3-4pm
    Ends: Monday December 9th  @ 3-4pm
     

     

    Assertiveness Skills

    Learn some key assertiveness skills to become more confident and empowered in standing up for yourself.
     

    SEMESTER ONE SEMESTER TWO
    Weds October 23rd @ 2-3pm Weds March 12th @ 3.30-4.30pm

     

     

    Building Resilience

    Resilience workshop will offer students a space to reflect on their own self-care and coping mechanisms for dealing with stressful situations, and identifying practical strategies for enhancing personal resilience.

    Date: Tuesday October 15th @ 3.15pm
    Location: Student Services Meeting Room, First Floor, Student Services Centre

     

     

    Developing Healthy Relationships

    Navigating dating and relationships in 2025. What works? What doesn’t work? What else?

    This workshop aims to facilitate an open discussion about expectations of relationships in 2025 in a safe and respectful space.  We will share an open dialogue to consider what works; what does not work; and the importance of understanding consent.Supporting students to get to know each other and promote relationships and boundaries.

    Thursday February 13th @ 3.15pm