Student Wellness
This page has some tips and resources to help manage stress and mental health
Looking for in school support staff? We are here to help!
SMCA Child and Youth Worker
Ms. Harrison (Last Names A-L)
Ms. Maieron (M-Z)
Social Worker
Mrs. Irene Passos-Gold
Self-Care SMHO.pdfTry some guided meditations
Mental Health Supports for Families
Want someone to talk to?
‘what’s up’ Walk in® Clinic is a free mental health counselling service for infants, children, youth, and their families to help with issues like depression, bullying, sexual identity, behavioural concerns, family conflict…or anything else that is on your mind
Serving young people up to the age of 29
No health card needed
No appointment needed
No fees
Immediate and barrier free
Some language specific services available
Call 1-866-585-MHTO (6486) for more information
Call Help Ahead at 1-866-585-6486 to be connected to a counsellor.
Visit: https://www.whatsupwalkin.ca/ for more information on all 6 what’s up Walk In® Clinics in Toronto
These exercises are best done when read aloud to you. Try getting someone to help you by reading these to you aloud and pausing in between instruction. These can take anywhere from 5-15 minutes with extended pauses in between
Try doing some YOGA! Swipe through some of the following images and try something new!
Did you know that physical activity leads to better mental health?
4, 7, 8 Exercise
Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound. Close your mouth and inhale quietly through your nose to a mental count of 4. Hold your breath for a count of 7. Exhale completely through your mouth, making a whoosh sound to a count of 8.
We all feel stressed at times, even anxious. But what is stress? What is anxiety? This video outlines the differences and similarities between both and how to cope when they are impacting your life!
YouthSpeak is a nonprofit charity organization based in Toronto, Canada, that conducts assemblies and interactive workshops both online and in-person to help increase the resiliency of youth facing challenges today. These workshops are led by trained youth speakers who share their personal stories on mental health, bullying, related issues, coping strategies, and provide information on resources to inspire hope for youth everywhere!
