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Mental Health Resources

Last updated on 2022/05/15

The University of Windsor provides many services to help improve student life, and this particular article discusses mental health services around the campus.

On-Campus Support​

In addition to the support programs below, UWindsor also provides many other mental health support resources that you can find here. As well, the Science department has an organization called Sci of Relief. They are dedicated to help improve students' well-being, and you can visit their website to read more about their initiatives and mental health resources.

Student Counselling Centre​

The SCC provides confidental mental health services through the form of individual counselling or support groups. Because of the current pandemic, appointments are available through video conference, telephone, or in-person. You can contact them through the email or phone number listed below to book an initial consultation or follow-up appointments with your therapist/support group. They will able to respond to you within 24-48 hours of their hours of operation.

Contact Information

  • Location: CAW Student Centre 2nd floor, room 293
  • Hours of Operation: Monday to Fridays, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Email: scc@uwindsor.ca
  • Phone: 519-253-3000 Ext. 4616

You can find more information about SCC and how to make appointments here.

UWSA Peer Support Centre​

The UWSA Peer Support Centre offers Zoom drop-in peer counselling sessions to UWindsor students. This is a safe and inclusive space where you can seek guidance and support from trained volunteers. You can get connected to a peer supported volunteer here.

Contact Information

  • Location: CAW Student Centre 2nd Floor, Room 291
  • Hours of Operation: Monday to Fridays, 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM
  • Email: psc@uwindsor.ca
  • Phone: 519-253-3000 Ext. 4551

24/7 Support​

My Student Support Program​

My Student Support Program is a free professional counselling service available through call or text 24/7. It is available to current UWindsor students and UWindsor alumni for up to 5 years after graduation. The program can provide service in 35+ languages/cultures immediately and 140+ languages/cultures within 24-48 hours.

Contact Information

Good2Talk​

Good2Talk Ontario provides free provincial counselling service through call, text, or Facebook messenger 24/7. You can access private and professional counselling from volunteers.

Contact Information

Wellness Together Canada​

Wellness Together Canada provides counselling and support programs for mental health and substance use. You can also use their self-assessment to see the type of services that is offered, and the website acts as a portal to other support programs.

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Windsor Regional Hospital Walk-In Crisis Service​

The Windsor Regional Hospital Emergency Department provides walk-in services for mental health crises and emergencies.

  • Location: 1030 Ouellette Avenue, Windsor, Ontario

Insurance​

The UWSA insurance provided to full-time students allows for an insurance claim of up to $800 per policy year for mental health services. For information about the coverage of the insurance, see here.