The wildfires in Labrador are likely resulting in a high degree of stress and uncertainty for many people. There are resources available to assist people who are feeling anxious or need help in coping.
Regular physical exercise is known to improve symptoms of anxiety and depression, reduce stress and increase overall mood.
Until September 1, hike locations anywhere in Newfoundland & Labrador or sign up for any of the online programs available here on Bridge the gapp, and you can enter your name to win one of five grocery gift cards ($100 each, one per zone!)
Learn life-changing skills for positive parenting and managing anxiety
Accessible from home over the phone
Available for all children, youth and adults at no cost
Enjoy support and guidance over the phone, from the privacy and comfort of your home—no need to travel or take time off of work/school. Morning, afternoon and evening appointments are available. Sign up for free online now!
Naloxone (or Narcan) is a non-prescription, over-the-counter medication in Canada, that can temporarily reverse an opioid overdose. You can give naloxone while you wait for professional help to arrive.
Virtual Groups that can be accessed by any residents of Newfoundland and Labrador
Did you know that group based therapy can be just as effective as individual therapy in addressing a wide array of mental health and addictions issues? In fact group interventions offer some unique benefits, such as shared support and connections with others. Check out some of the groups we are offering at NL Health Services. These groups are facilitated by skilled mental health clinicians in our province.
Elevate your summer gatherings with Mindful Cooking! Join Chef Kristin for our series on Summer Socials to learn delicious, shareable dishes for picnics, potlucks, & patios.
This time-limited psychoeducation class is designed to help participants develop ways to cope with chronic pain and the difficult emotions, losses and social challenges that arise from its experience. Participants will be introduced to the concept of mindfulness and other evidence-based skills. Mindfulness is a skill in which benefit comes from practice. Signing up for this class means committing to practice daily for 8 weeks in order to experience benefit. Please note -This group is not long-term psychology support and not a substitute for other ongoing treatments and care.
This group will be offered on Tuesdays, starting February 6th – March 26th, 2024 (8 weeks) from 1:30 pm – 3:00 (island time) (1:00 pm – 2:30 Labrador)Please email nlgroups@nlhealthservices.ca to get more information. Please indicate which group you are connecting for in your subject line.
This group is for adults (ages 18+) who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety. This 10 week group draws upon Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to understand and treat symptoms of anxiety. This group explores the connection between our thoughts, feelings and behaviours and addresses each component of this interaction with skills and tools that are helpful in supporting recovery. It also looks at triggers and causes of anxiety and how to address these factors. This group is for people who are actively seeking to engage in the recovery process, and are willing to try to practice the skills taught in the group setting.
The Anxiety Treatment Group will be offered on Tuesdays starting January 23, 2024 (10 weeks) and will be held at 6:00-8:30 pm island time (5:30-8:00 Labrador). Please email nlgroups@nlhealthservices.ca to get more information – Please indicate which group you are connecting for in your subject line
The Gender Journey’s Group main goal is to create a safe space to explore Gender Identify and Gender Expression. We hope that at the end of this group folks will feel a part of a larger community, have more comfort and clarity around their own identity, and feel supported to live their life in the way that feels most comfortable with them. As the name of the group indicates, we are not trying to arrive at a specific outcome or “destination” that is the same for everybody, we are embracing the journey for each individual. This group is a partnership between NL Health Services, Quadrangle NL and Lifewise.
The Gender Journey’s Group will be offered virtually on Tuesday’s starting January 16th – March 12th, 2024 (9 weeks) from 6:00 pm – 8:00 island time (5:30 pm – 7:30 Labrador time). Please email nlgroups@nlhealthservices.ca to get more information – Please indicate which group you are connecting for in your subject line.
This group is for adults (ages 18+) who are experiencing symptoms of depression. This 10 week group draws upon Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) to understand and treat symptoms of depression. This group explores the connection between our thoughts, feelings and behaviours, and addresses each component of this interaction with skills and tools that are helpful in supporting recovery. It also looks at triggers and causes of depression and how to address these factors. This group is for people who are actively seeking to engage in the recovery process, and are willing to try to practice the skills taught in the group setting.
The Depression Treatment Group will be offered on Wednesday’s – starting January 24th – March 27th (10 weeks) from 1:30 pm -4:00 island time (1:00 pm -3:30 Labrador). Please email nlgroups@nlhealthservices.ca to get more information. Please indicate which group you are connecting for in your subject line.
The Mental Health Skills and Recovery Group is 10 week group that is intended to support folks who are wanting to gain more insight into their own experiences around mental health; and to learn skills to improve coping. This group provides a safe space for people to connect with others who are also experiencing mental health issues. Struggles can be related to things such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, self-esteem, intense emotions, or many other types of mental health symptoms. A diagnosis is not necessary.
The Mental Health Skills and Recovery Group will be offered on Thursday’s, starting January 18th – March 21st, 2024 (10 weeks) from 1:30 pm -4:00 island time (1:00 pm -3:30 Labrador). Please email nlgroups@nlhealthservices.ca to get more information – Please indicate which group you are connecting for in your subject line.
Bridge the gapp is a new way to connect with guidance and support for mental health and addictions in Newfoundland and Labrador.
The best thing about it is its accessibility. From a computer, tablet or a phone in your pocket, you can instantly access content that can provide advice, inspiration, assurance, or direction for finding additional supports when you need it the most.
Discover how this revolutionary online program can help you start enjoying life again. Give yourself a few minutes a day to relax and refresh while gaining practical strategies to better manage life. Through videos, stories and activities, this interactive experience offers fresh ideas and tools to help you move forward.
We can all take actions to improve our 'mood' or mental wellness. The mood meter is a creative way for you to think about how you are feeling and what actions you can take to improve your mental wellness. All the suggested coping tips were provided by individuals with personal experience of mental illness.