Health & Wellness Supports

Counselling Services

Centre for Indigenous Support and Community Engagement (CISCE): The Centre for Indigenous Support and Community Engagement is proud to offer culturally centered individual counselling to students who are First Nation, Métis, or Inuk. Through this service, Indigenous students can access confidential, individual sessions to support them with personal, mental health, or academic challenges.

Health and Counselling Services (HCS): is located in the Carleton Training and Technology Centre (CTTC) in Suite 2600. It is a multidisciplinary healthcare facility that provides medical services to Carleton University students, faculty and staff. Their services include access to same-day appointments, primary care appointments, nursing visits and lab testing.

HCS – General Counselling Services: supports the academic and personal development of undergraduate and graduate students at Carleton University by providing a wide range of accessible mental health services that align with our Stepped Care approach to student wellness.  Mental health services include Single-Session counselling, brief individual counselling, group counselling, psycho-educational events and programs, workshops, and online resources.

HCS – International Student Counselling: Carleton’s Health and Counselling Services provides specialized counselling services for international students.

HCS – Racialized Student Counselling: Carleton’s Health and Counselling Services provides specialized counselling services for racialized students.

HCS – Residence Counselling: Residence Counselling and Wellness is a satellite office of Counselling Services and open exclusively to Carleton students living in residence. They are located in 131 Renfrew Building (on the main floor, close to the rear entrance).

HCS – Sexual Assault and Trauma Counselling: Carleton’s Health and Counselling Services provides specialized counselling services for students affected by sexual assault and trauma.

Health and Wellness Resources

All People All Pathways: Carleton University has partnered with the Community Addictions Peer Support Association (CAPSA) to bring weekly support meetings for those affected by substance use and addiction to campus. All People All Pathways is a peer support group facilitated by individuals with lived or living experience with substance use and addiction. There is a group for post-secondary students weekly on Mondays from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Athletics: Registered students have free access to the Carleton Fitness Centre through and can access other Carleton Athletics services for a discounted rate.

BounceBack Ontario: is a free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is a guided self-help program for those experiencing mild-to-moderate anxiety or depression; or may be feeling worried, stressed, low, and a range of other emotions. BounceBack includes one-on-one telephone counselling, workbooks, and videos to help overcome these symptoms and gain new skills to build positive mental health. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.

Chosen Name Change: Your Chosen Name is the first name you commonly go by, and differs from your legal first name. Carleton University requires individuals use their legal name on all legal records and official documents with the exception of diplomas. The university is an inclusive community and acknowledges a Chosen Name can and should be used whenever possible in the course of university business and education.

Spirituality Centre: aims to incorporate the respectfully inclusive and welcoming nature of the space that we provide for all people, regardless of faith affiliation. We are excited to be part of the vibrant and diverse campus and city where we recognize, respect, and value the unique worth of every individual. For comprehensive Spirituality resources visit here.

Substance Use Health and Harm Reduction: Carleton University’s Umbrella Project Harm Reduction strategy aims to reduce stigma and promote safer substance use through education, outreach and support. On their webpages you will find information about substance use health and resources to support wellbeing.

Therapy Dogs: Sometimes you just need to spend some time with a happy, friendly dog to help melt your stress away. Our therapy dogs are here with their owners who are Carleton University staff and faculty, and they have all been trained and evaluated to become official Carleton Therapy Dog team members. Both the dog and the handler are here to comfort and provide support to help you thrive as a university student.

Wellness Desk: is a space for students to learn about resources, connect with our Wellness Coordinator, and decompress during stressful times of the year. The Wellness Desk is overseen by the Wellness Coordinator as well as a team of dedicated student staff.

Peer Support

CUSA Service Centres: CUSA proudly operates seven service centres that offer a variety of programming and resources for students. Each service centre is responsible for meeting the needs of our diverse student population and enriching student life in meaningful and inventive ways. Visit a CUSA service centre today to take advantage of the unique programs and services that they provide.

• Carleton Disability Awareness Centre (CDAC): is a peer support, advocacy, and community space for students who experience disability, chronic illness, neurodiversity, or inaccessibility. CDAC is designed to act as a forum for disability issues, providing events, and advocating for the issues important to the Carleton Community.
• Gender & Sexuality Resource Centre (GSRC): is a friendly and welcoming space dedicated to supporting Carleton students of all gender identities and sexual orientations. At the heart of our approach is an intersectional perspective, acknowledging the diverse and layered identities and lived experiences that each individual brings to our community. We are committed to fostering an inclusive space where everyone feels valued and respected.
• Mawandoseg Centre: aims to be a safe(r) space for Indigenous students at Carleton and works to address the specific needs of the various Indigenous communities in and around the university. The Centre is also the leading point of contact for non-Indigenous students looking to connect and learn more about Indigenous cultures and histories.
• Racialized & International Student Experience (RISE): is a lounge for students of all ethnicities and international backgrounds on campus to gather to kick back, relax and socialize with fellow students. RISE aims to be a safe(r) space for Carleton students of all racial, ethnic, cultural and international identities through peer-to-peer dialogue, programming, and support. 
• Wellness Centre: is a destination for comprehensive support in nurturing your physical, mental, and emotional well-being. We offer valuable peer-to-peer support, connecting you with fellow students who understand and empathize with your experiences.
• Women’s Centre: is a warm and welcoming space dedicated to providing support, education, and resources for individuals who identify as women, as well as anyone interested in gender-based issues. We offer a range of essential resources, including free male/female condoms, pregnancy tests, and menstrual products, ensuring that everyone has access to the care they need.

Science Student Success Centre: has a comprehensive list of mental health resources available on and off campus for Carleton students.

If you are having difficulties locating any services, please contact nursing@carleton.ca and we can connect you with the appropriate support.