Counselling services
Seeking counselling takes courage. Knowing when you need help and asking for it is a sign of strength.
Students in crisis should contact:
- Calgary Distress Centre: (403) 266-4357
- Crisis Services Canada: 1-833-456-4566
- IM Well Student Assistance Plan: 1-877-554-6935 (North America). If outside North America, call collect at 1-416-956-2968
Students not in crisis but seeking support may visit or contact:
- Student Success Centre
- IM Well (free counselling support for AUArts students through the SA Health + Dental Plan)
- Community Connect YYC
- Calgary Counselling Centre
- Woods Homes Eastside Family Centre (no-fee, walk-in counselling)
Make an appointment
Counselling is offered in-person, remotely (through MS Teams), or by phone. There are currently two ways to book with the Counselling Centre:
- Call (403) 284-7666 and leave a voicemail listing your name, phone #, Student ID#, delivery preference (phone, video or in-person) and two booking options that work for you (i.e.: Tuesdays 9am-12pm and Fridays 1pm-3pm).
OR
- Email counselling@auarts.ca noting your name, phone #, Student ID#, delivery preference (phone, video or in-person) and two booking options that work for you (i.e.: Tuesdays 9am-12pm and Fridays 1pm-3pm).
Fall office hours
- Monday through Friday 8:15 am to 4:00 pm
AUArts employee counselling
The AUArts counsellor provides services that contribute to the wellbeing of the entire AUArts community.
AUArts employee counselling