Mental Health & Wellness

At Bow Valley College, we care about your mental health.

That’s why we offer current students a wide range of free, confidential, and student-focused wellness services to support you throughout your time here.

One-on-One Counselling: Professional support, your way

We’re here to support you with whatever you're facing—big or small. Appointments are available in person or online through video to any current student.  

Current students can book free individual counselling with our team of counsellors.

Group Counselling: Grow, connect, and thrive—together

Join a safe, supportive group setting to build skills and strengthen your mental health. Topics include:

  • anxiety and depression support,
  • resilience for academic success, and
  • healthy relationships.
Culturally grounded care

Our dedicated Indigenous Counsellor welcomes all students and provides holistic, culturally safe support for Indigenous students.

Gender-based & Sexual Violence Support: A safe space for students impacted by sexual violence

Our Gender-Based and Sexual Violence Advisor can help current students:

  • talk through what happened in a supportive and trauma-informed space,
  • address any safety concerns,
  • understand reporting options (on-campus and off-campus), and
  • connect to medical and counselling resources.
Mental Health Trainings & Workshops: Learn to support yourself—and others

We offer workshops and certified training on:

  • Suicide prevention (ASIST, SafeTALK, MindWise on Campus, QPR)
  • Mental wellness and emotional resilience (Mental Health First Aid, and more)
  • Responding to sexual violence
Peer Support & Student-Led Programs: You’re not alone

Our trained Wellness Mentors offer peer support, host events, and help create a culture of care on campus. We also offer drop-in peer programs for:

  • Neurodivergent and ADHD students
  • Students in addiction recovery or those supporting someone who is
Wellness Sessions & Resources: Take care of yourself with practical tools

Throughout the year, we offer workshops and resources on:

  • sleep
  • stress management
  • mindfulness
  • building resilience