Health and wellbeing

Crisis support 24/7

Finding health support

Get options specific to your needs and location by answering a few questions.

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Talk to a health professional

Connect to a health professional, who can help you thrive mentally, physically, and emotionally at UBC. Find wellness resources to support your needs.

Student Health Service

Accessible within British Columbia

Schedule a telehealth or in-person appointment with a doctor or nurse for your health concerns online or by phone.

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Counselling Services

Accessible within British Columbia

Book a same-day, single session counselling appointment, join a group counselling program, talk to a Wellness Advisor, and more.

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UBC Student Assistance Program by Aspiria

Accessible anywhere in the world

Get free, 24/7 personal counselling and life coaching in your preferred language (if available), via phone, video chat, or email.

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Virtual group counselling

Accessible within British Columbia

Share your health and wellbeing concerns, such as stress, anxiety, or depression, in an encouraging and supportive environment with other UBC students going through similar experiences.

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AMS/GSS student health benefits for counselling

Accessible within Canada

If you access services from a licensed psychologist, registered clinical counsellor, or therapist with a Master’s in Social Work, you can be reimbursed up to $1,000 per policy year.

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Foundry BC counselling app

Available in British Columbia

If you’re aged 12 to 24, use the app to schedule a virtual counselling appointment, find peer support, or join a youth group or workshop.

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Nurse on Campus

Accessible within UBC Vancouver campus

Visit a registered nurse during drop-in hours on campus and receive confidential support for your medical or health questions.

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Medimap

Accessible within British Columbia

Browse available walk-in clinics in British Columbia, including their wait times, and book an appointment before visiting.

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First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness Helpline

Accessible within Canada

If you’re an Indigenous student, get immediate mental health counselling or crisis intervention by phone or chat counselling at any time.

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Here2Talk

Accessible anywhere in the world

Get started with free, 24/7 single-session counselling by phone or online chat for all UBC students.

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Wellness Together Canada

Accessible anywhere in the world

If you're Canadian, complete a free mental health online assessment and connect to online wellness resources or counselling by phone, text, or video.

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Peer resources

Wellness Centre

Accessible anywhere in the world

Ask the Info Desk for health-related resources, learn from online, self-directed health courses, or get tips to support your wellbeing.

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AMS Peer Support

Accessible anywhere in the world

Run by students, for students, AMS offers free one-on-one, confidential conversations with trained volunteers, available online or in-person during the school year.

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UBC Student Recovery Community

Accessible anywhere in the world

Connect with other students in a welcoming and inclusive space to learn about recovery from addiction to alcohol, drugs, and addictive behaviours.

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Self-help tools

Try out these wellness resources at your own pace.

Therapy Assistance Online (TAO)

Accessible anywhere in the world

Manage your wellbeing with tools for stress, relationship problems, substance use, and more. Register with a UBC email.

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UBC Life Blog

Accessible anywhere in the world

Read tips and resources from students on staying healthy and active.

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MindHealth BC

Accessible in British Columbia

Take an online assessment and find resources to support your mental health.

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Taking care of your physical health

UBC Recreation

Accessible within British Columbia

Participate in your favourite sport, drop in to a fitness class, challenge yourself with a UBC tradition, or try something new.

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Get Active at Home

Accessible anywhere in the world

Drop in to virtual fitness classes, get tips for exercises, and more, from UBC Recreation.

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UBC Food Services nutrition

Accessible anywhere in the world

Read tips and advice on nutrition, browse menu schedules and dietary preferences for residence dining rooms, or speak with a UBC dietician.

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Health topics

Get information from UBC Health and Wellness to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

  • Flu and colds
    Know how to manage your symptoms if you get sick and what to do if you have to miss class.