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Upcoming Events

Woolwich Counselling Centre is providing in-person and virtual small group therapy sessions and workshops for children, youth, adults, and seniors in 2025-2026.

To register, please use the online registration button under each description. You can also call 519-669-8651 or email us at info@woolwichcounselling.org. There are limited spots for small group therapy sessions and some workshops, so please register early. 

Your extended health benefits may provide coverage for workshop and group costs.

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Therapeutic Yoga Sessions

In-person
Ages 8-11:

Tuesdays:

  • Sep. 29, 2026
  • Oct. 27, 2026
  • Nov. 24, 2026
  • Dec. 15, 2026
  • Jan. 26, 2027
  • Feb. 23, 2027
  • Mar. 30, 2027
  • Apr. 27, 2027
  • May 25, 2027
  • Jun. 22, 2027

Time: 4:30-5:15 pm
Location: Woolwich Counselling Centre, 65 Memorial Ave, Elmira
Fee: $10 per session; further subsidies available if needed

Come move, breathe, and relax with us!

Led by a certified therapeutic yoga instructor and psychotherapist, this fun and calming therapeutic yoga class combines gentle movement, easy breathing exercises, and guided relaxation to help you feel more balanced and confident.

No yoga experience needed — just come as you are!

Register for one or more sessions. Each date will require a separate registration.

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GLAD TO BE ME – Elmira 

In-person workshop at Woolwich Counselling Centre – Elmira (65 Memorial Ave)
Ages 4-7

Wednesdays:

  • Oct. 7 2026, 4:30-5:30 pm
  • Nov. 4 2026 4:30-5:30 pm
  • Dec. 2, 2026, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Jan. 6, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Feb. 3, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Mar. 3, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Apr. 7, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • May 5, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Jun. 2, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm

Fee: $10 per session (further subsidies available if needed)

This fun-filled children’s workshop promotes self-esteem and self-worth.

Register for one or more sessions. Each date will require a separate registration.

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caregiver Circle: A Support Group for Family Members Impacted by Mental Illness

In-person sessions for adults
Thursdays:

  • Oct. 8, 2026
  • Nov. 12, 2026
  • Dec. 10, 2026
  • Jan. 14, 2027
  • Feb. 11, 2027
  • Mar. 11, 2027
  • Apr. 8, 2027
  • May 13, 2027
  • Jun. 10, 2027

Time: 6:30- 7:30 pm
Location: 65 Memorial Ave, Elmira
Fee: No cost

To register, please contact Janessa Bauman, Group Coordinator, at 519-669-8651 ext. 102 or janessa.bauman@woolwichcounselling.org

Caring for a family member with a significant mental illness brings unique, often isolating challenges. Led by mental health professionals, this monthly support group will offer connection with others who are facing similar circumstances in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space. We will provide education, resources, share practical coping strategies, and discuss boundary-setting and system navigation while gaining tools to prevent burnout and prioritize your own well-being.

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STAND TALL – Elmira

In-person children’s workshop at Woolwich Counselling Centre – Elmira (65 Memorial Ave)
Ages 7-10

Wednesdays:

  • Oct. 21, 2026, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Nov. 18, 2026, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Dec. 16, 2026, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Jan. 20, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Feb. 17, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Mar. 24, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Apr. 21, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • May 19, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm
  • Jun. 16, 2027, 4:30–5:30 pm

Fee: $10 per session; further subsidies available if needed

This workshop promotes confidence and assertiveness enabling children to protect and express themselves.

Register for one or more sessions. Each date will require a separate registration.

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understanding adhd in adults – Elmira

In-person workshop
Monday, Oct. 26 2026, 6:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $10 (further subsidies available if needed)
Location: Woolwich Counselling Centre, 65 Memorial Ave., Elmira

Explore what Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and ADD looks like in adults and how it effects work/school, home life, relationships, and mental health. This workshop will also touch on woman-specific differences in how ADHD presents. Discuss steps towards getting a diagnosis and beginning the journey of understanding and managing  ADHD/ADD symptoms.

This workshop is designed for anyone with an interest in ADHD.

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Anxiety Management Workshop: Changing Thoughts, Feelings, and Behaviours for a Better Mood – Elmira

In-person adult workshop
Wednesday, Nov. 4 2026, 6:30-7:30 pm
65 Memorial Ave, Elmira
Fee: $10; further subsidies available if needed

Learn about an evidence-based approach commonly used in mental health counselling to support clients struggling with stress, depression and/or anxiety.

You will be introduced to the CBT Model and learn how thoughts, emotions, and behaviours interact as well as the value of changing negative thinking patterns.

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Connecting Caregivers

In-person sessions for adults
Thursdays, Nov. 5, Nov. 12, Nov. 19, Nov. 26, Dec. 3, Dec. 10 2026
10:30- 11:30 am
65 Memorial Ave, Elmira
Fee: No cost

To register, please contact Janessa Bauman, Group Coordinator, at 519-669-8651 ext. 102 or janessa.bauman@woolwichcounselling.org

Caregivers provide physical and emotional support to family members, neighbours, partners, and friends. We recognize that caregivers may also need support. 

Please join us for a six-session group where we will discuss important strategies for managing caregiver’s fatigue, coping with stress, and building resilience so that we are able to thrive in our roles as caregivers. We honour you as a caregiver, and we are here for you!

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understanding adhd in children

Virtual parenting workshop
Tuesday, Nov. 17 2026, 6:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $10 (further subsidies available if needed)

Explore the fundamentals of Attention-Deficit/ Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), including its impact on behavior, learning, and social interactions.

Learn how ADHD manifests differently in each child and common challenges they may face. Discover methods for assessing your child’s strengths and challenges, including practical strategies for observing and understanding their unique abilities.

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STRENGTHENING CONNECTION and communication WITH OUR children and teens 

Virtual parenting workshop
Wednesday, Nov. 25 2026, 6:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $10 (further subsidies available if needed)

This workshop will provide strategies to minimize power struggles, parent-child conflict, and promote positive, respectful, and cooperative relationships with our children and teens.

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NO NEED TO FRET – Elmira

In-person small group therapy
Ages 7-10 Mondays, Jan. 11, Jan. 18, Jan. 25, Feb. 1, Feb. 8 2027
6-7 pm
65 Memorial Ave, Elmira
Fee: $150; further subsidies available if needed

Does your child worry excessively? Do worries and fears interfere with your child’s ability to enjoy a carefree childhood?

Appropriate and timely intervention can help anxious children grow up to be healthy adults. This five-session therapy group provides strategies to help anxious children better manage fears and worries.

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EFFECTIVE PROBLEM-SOLVING and limit-setting WITH OUR CHILDREN

Virtual parenting workshop
Thursday, Jan. 28 2027, 6:30-7:30 pm
Fee: $10; further subsidies available if needed

This workshop will cover the value of effective problem-solving to promote healthy and nurturing relationships with our children.

Practical strategies to minimize parent-child conflict will be shared.

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BUILDING BETTER BOUNDARIES – Elmira

In-person small group therapy for adults 
Mondays, Feb. 22, Mar. 1, Mar. 8, Mar. 15, Mar. 22, Mar. 29, Apr. 5 2027, 6-7:30 pm
Fee: No cost
Location: Woolwich Counselling Centre, 65 Memorial Ave, Elmira

This psychoeducational therapy group explores the importance of healthy boundaries in relationships, and provides concrete information and strategies to develop and maintain them.

This group will explore why setting healthy boundaries can feel challenging, and offer steps to overcome these barriers. 

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Emotion Explorers (Ages 5-8) – Elmira 

In-person group
Thursdays, Apr. 1, Apr. 8, Apr. 15, Apr. 22, Apr. 29
4:30-5:30 pm
65 Memorial Ave, Elmira
Fee: $150 (further subsidies available if needed)

A safe, fun space for kids to explore and express their feelings.

Through games, stories, crafts, and movement, kids will learn to:

  • Recognize their feelings
  • Express them in healthy ways
  • Build confidence in managing big emotions

 

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GRIEF GROUP FOR SENIORS – elmira

In-person sessions
Wednesdays, Apr. 7, Apr. 14, Apr. 21, Apr. 28, May 5, May 12 2027, 11 am-noon
65 Memorial Ave, Elmira
Fee: No cost

Grief is a journey that requires special care and the support of others as we heal. This group will focus on the journey through grief after the loss of a loved one. It will provide opportunities for connection and reflection during the healing process.

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let’s talk about mental health: learning skills to support others – Elmira

Virtual adult workshop
Wednesday, May 5 2027, 6:30-7:30 pm
Fee: No cost

Mental health impacts everyone. Ongoing conversations on this topic are essential.

This workshop will explore every day mental health issues people face, including anxiety, stress and depression. Join us to learn practical coping strategies to manage our mental well-being and how to navigate conversations to support others.

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Connecting Caregivers

In-person sessions for adults
Thursdays, May 13, 20, 27, Jun. 3, Jun. 10, Jun. 17 2027
10:30- 11:30 am
65 Memorial Ave, Elmira
Fee: No cost

To register, please contact Janessa Bauman, Group Coordinator, at 519-669-8651 ext. 102 or janessa.bauman@woolwichcounselling.org

Caregivers provide physical and emotional support to family members, neighbours, partners, and friends. We recognize that caregivers may also need support. 

Please join us for a six-session group where we will discuss important strategies for managing caregiver’s fatigue, coping with stress, and building resilience so that we are able to thrive in our roles as caregivers. We honour you as a caregiver, and we are here for you!