Mental health and addictions in Nanaimo, British Columbia
NFLA - YMCA Mindfulness Group - Nanaimo
Offered by Nanaimo Family Life Association
1070 Townsite Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1M6
In short
COVID19 UPDATE - This will resume in Mid-June. . The YMCA Mindfulness Groups offer a free 7-week psycho educational and support group for young adults ages 18-30 who experience anxiety.
- Hours
- Thursdays 6-8:30 pm
- Who it is for
- Youth, Adults
- Cost and access
- Free
- Where
- 1070 Townsite Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1M6
- How to reach
- (250) 754-3331 · Website
- Last verified
- , by the organization
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About this service
COVID19 UPDATE - This will resume in Mid-June.
The YMCA Mindfulness Groups offer a free 7-week psycho educational and support group for young adults ages 18-30 who experience anxiety. Participants learn healthy coping skills, connect with other young people in the community, and get support all in a safe and friendly environment. Programming is supervised by trained mental health professionals.
The group provides a safe, supportive environment where you can meet others who have had similar experiences and includes:
Educational workshops about anxiety and other mental health related topics
Practicing evidence-based mindfulness techniques during workshops, a proven tool to help manage anxiety
An introduction to Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), an evidenced based therapy that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies
Take-home resources to help manage anxiety in between weekly meetings
Call (250) 754-3331 ext. 513 or email m_maarika@nflabc.org to sign up.
No cost to participate.
Who can use it?
Young adults 18-30 years of age
When is it open?
NFLA - YMCA Mindfulness Group - Nanaimo is open Thursdays 6-8:30 pm.
How do I get in touch?
Call (250) 754-3331, or use the website.
Listed in Nanaimo, British Columbia.
1070 Townsite Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1M6
1070 Townsite Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S 1M6Nanaimo, British Columbia
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