Mohawk College presents: Movies for Mental Health

Free workshop featuring winning short films and a panel discussion with students and local mental health resources. Free dinner! All are welcome, in McIntyre Theatre.

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CMHA Hamilton

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Mohawk College Wellness Services

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Details

Day:Wednesday
Date:February 12, 2020
Time:5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Venue

Mohawk College
135 Fennell Ave W
Hamilton, Ontario L9C 0E5 Canada
McIntyre Theatre
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Workshop Evaluation

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95% of students felt that the workshop created awareness of mental health issues
92% of students reported that the workshop reduced stigma related to mental illness
40% of students not in therapy reported an increased likelihood of seeking support for well-being
MH dialogues will resonate with different people in different ways. It is important to provide messaging that relates to different people. "
-Student Attendee

Interactive Presentation

Films Screened

Films screened and discussed at this workshop

Apr
2019
Visualizing Lies
Justin Michael Jeffers & Devonnie A. Black
Mar
2016
Way Up, Way Down
Nader Ibrahim, Jay Farnie
Aug
2019
Tekona
Tomás Karmelo Amaya & Shalene Joseph
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Partners

Acorn Counselling Acorn Counselling is a group of dedicated and passionate therapists that work on building resilient kids, teens, young adults, and families so that they can handle difficult feelings and mental health struggles with resilience and confidence. Whether through traditional treatments like CBT or DBT, or more creative interventions like play therapy, sand tray therapy, or music and art, our therapists will create a safe space to explore, process, and overcome life’s challenges.
Jennifer Cremieux, M.Sc., RP Jennifer Cremieux is a registered psychotherapist and received her Master of Science in Mental Health Counselling at Niagara University in New York state.  Jennifer conducts assessments and treatment with youth and young adults focusing on the struggles of eating disorders, depression, anxiety, school-life balance, self-esteem, past sexual abuse/abusive relationships and family issues.  Jennifer offers a safe and non-judgmental space, conducive to deep inner work and exploration.
Hamilton Community Foundation The John & Esther Marshall Memorial Fund is a supporter of AWI Canada's workshops taking place at Mohawk College in Hamilton, ON. The Community Foundation's mission is t o drive positive change by connecting diverse people, ideas and resources.

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