What is a Wellness Coach?

      What is an MHCB Wellness Coach?

      Successful Families-Successful Kids MHCB Wellness Coaches are funded through the province-wide Mental Health Capacity Building in Schools initiative to provide mental health prevention and promotion programming at our schools and in the community. 

      Some of our services/programs include:

      • Relaxation groups
      • Mindfulness
      • Boys/Girls Grooups
      • Self-Regulation Skills
      • Parent information and support
      • Collaboration with and referrals to community agencies
      • Information sessions/Wellness classes on a  variety of topics including: emotional literacy, healthy relationships, relaxation skills, and self-esteem
      • Universal mental health prevention and promotion activities.

      What can a Wellness Coach help with?

      • Do you need help finding resources in your community and information on how to access them?
      • Do you need someone to talk with about everyday stress and challenges and where to access resources and assistance in dealing with these?
      • Is your family trying to cope with grief and loss issues?
      • Does your child need assistance dealing with anxiety or stress?
      • Does your child have a hard time controlling their emotions?
      • Is your child missing school due to feelings of anxiety or depression?
      • A Wellness Coach is also able to tailor services to assist a student to achieve personal success at school and at home.