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 Virtual Groups

Please log on 10-15 minutes before group start time,

they will be locked at the start time posted.

Exceptions: DBT, Family Night, Recreational Groups

Keep scrolling to check out our monthly virtual drop-in building resiliency groups!​​

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​Concurrent Disorders Groups

Mindfulness Skills for Recovery 

 *In-person group* 

Referral by

Clinician Only

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*You must be a client of the Community Psychiatry Clinic or East Region Mental Health Services at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

  • An 8 week drop-in group to help individuals meet the day-to-day challenges of recovery from addiction.

  • Explore skills focusing on staying present, gaining awareness/control of thoughts, and disengaging with triggers, being mindful in challenging situations, acceptance, viewing thoughts as thoughts and more 

  • Please reach out to your clinician/ community support worker at the Community Psychiatry Clinic or East Region Mental Health to learn more 

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If you have any additional questions on the referral process please feel free

to call us at (905)-522-1155 ext. 39124

Moving Forward Skillfully

Mondays

1:30 - 2:30pm​

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*No Referral Required 

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  •  A weekly drop-in class with 6 different skills-based modules.

  • Start any week.

  • Learn skills from DBT including emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and mindfulness.

  • Log in several minutes before start time.​​

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https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/68902926592?pwd=VC9vNGc0enJ1NHRXaWV0UGxTZzBHUT09

or call-in at +1 438 809 7799, Meeting ID: 689 0292 6592, Password: CDGROUPS

 

SMART Recovery 

Tuesdays​

1:30 - 3:00pm

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*No Referral Required 

  •  A drop-in self-help group for recovery from any types of addictive behaviour.

  • Groups are held by a clinician and a volunteer with lived experience.

  • Limit of 10 participants per group.

  • Log in several minutes before start time.​​

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https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/68016265475?pwd=RmtPUDFrQ3JXNEk0bU1ZLzExMmEyQT09

or call-in at +1 438 809 7799, Meeting ID: 680 1626 5475, Password: CDGROUPS

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Steps to Recovery 

Wednesdays

1:30 - 2:30pm

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*No Referral Required  

  •  A drop-in self-help group with 6 modules to increase motivation to reduce substance use.

  • Log in several minutes before start time.

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​https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/61651488194?pwd=RWtQeDl2QVlBQ2d4UmJkVW9kV3ZxUT09 

or call-in at +1 438 809 7799, Meeting ID: 616 5148 8194, Password: CDGROUPS

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Drop-In Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) 

Wednesdays

11am - 12pm

or

1pm-2pm

or

Thursdays

11am - 12pm

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*No Referral Required  

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  •  A weekly drop-in group with 8 different modules - start any week

  • This group is designed to provide a brief sampling of DBT skills - not a formal DBT group

  • Focuses on the skills of: mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness

  • Log in several minutes before start time.​

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Contact dropindbt@stjosham.on.ca to refer and for information. Meeting URLs are sent via email upon referral and selection of date/time.

 

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Drop-In Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Thursdays

1:30 - 3:00pm

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*No Referral Required 

  •  A weekly drop-in group with 5 different modules - start any week

  • Available to all clients in the Community Psychiatry Clinic with any mental health diagnoses.

  • Topics from ACT therapy include: mindfulness, clarifying values, committed action, fusion vs. defusion, control vs. willingness, acceptance as an alternative, and action planning.

  • Log in several minutes before start time.​​

 

https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/66105446486?pwd=SnJYTlRPZTBVU2Yzc3F6UG9pM1U4UT09

or call-in at +1 438 809 7799, Meeting ID: 661 0544 6486, Password: CDGROUPS

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Family Night

Last Wednesday of  Each Month​

6:30pm - 8:30pm

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*No Referral Required 

  •  A group for family members and loved ones of those with substance use, mental health or concurrent disorders. 

  • Contains 4 modules on supporting loved ones, creating boundaries and self-care.

  • Please note this group is intended for the family/loved ones, rather than clients​

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https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/63253875410?pwd=YU5XNk9rdTF4dTV3MTBGeXZmRE44QT09

or call in at +1 438 809 7799, Meeting ID: 632 5387 5410, Password: 781168

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The Mental Health & Addiction Family Education Series

Tuesday

January 14th​

4:30pm - 6:00pm

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*No Registration Required 

  • Join the Mental health and Addiction Family Education Series 

  • Topic of the month: Intro to Addictions: Alcohol & Opioid Use Disorder​

  • Presenter: Dr. Jennifer Brasch MD, FRCPC, DRCPSC, CCSAM, DFCPA

  • Learn about addictions. We will focus on the treatment of alcohol and opioid use disorders, including how family can support recovery

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https://zoom.us/j/95803267619?

pwd=JqppBWzK47MWIARYvyToXi32d4Oep9.1

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Building Resiliency Groups

Virtual PEER SUPPORT 

Fridays

11am - 12pm

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*You must be a client of the Community Psychiatry Clinic or East Region Mental Health Services at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

  • A weekly drop-in group for mutual support

  • Discuss recovery goals, challenges, and healthy coping strategies

  • Facilitated by a peer support worker with lived experience of mental health issues

  • Limit of 10 participants per group

  • Login at 10:50am

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https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/61815727532?

pwd=wrWsy7FpSgE1XDeRgb1outZWVTcN6j.1

or call-in at +1 438 809 7799, Meeting ID: 618 1572 7532,

Password: 019102

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Virtual ART JOURNALING

Friday

January 10th, 2025

1:30pm - 2:30pm

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*You must be attending other groups listed on this page or be a client of the Community Psychiatry Clinic or East Region Mental Health Services at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

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  • The focus of this group is to make time for creativity and self-expression through art

  • Engaging in creative activities can have a positive impact on health and well-being

  • An art prompt will be provided at the beginning of group. Use any art materials you have at home

  • Log in at 1:25pm

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https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/68265563267?pwd=c2tlNmpGRkllcHRzRjBXVitNUXpLUT09

or call-in at: +1 438 809 7799 , Meeting ID: 682 6556 3267,

 Password: 986992

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Virtual YOGA 

Fridays

 On hold until 

 further notice 

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*You must be attending other groups listed on this page or be a client of the Community Psychiatry Clinic or East Region Mental Health Services at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

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  • A monthly drop-in group which provides an opportunity for mindful movement 

  • You will be guided through a mindfulness practice, followed by 30 minutes of gentle seated & standing stretches and yoga-based movements; end with a short breathing practice

  • Log in at 1:25pm

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https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/68265563267?pwd=c2tlNmpGRkllcHRzRjBXVitNUXpLUT09

or call-in at: +1 438 809 7799, Meeting ID: 682 6556 3267,

 Password: 986992

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Virtual GROWING GRATITUDE

Fridays

 On hold until 

 further notice 

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*You must be attending other groups listed on this page or be a client of the Community Psychiatry Clinic or East Region Mental Health Services at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton

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  • A monthly drop-in group with 2 different modules

  • Noticing positives can improve mood and help to buffer negative emotions

  • Learn about gratitude concepts and evidence-based gratitude practices

  • Log in at 1:25pm

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https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/68265563267?pwd=c2tlNmpGRkllcHRzRjBXVitNUXpLUT09

or call-in at: +1 438 809 7799, Meeting ID: 682 6556 3267,

 Password: 986992

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Community Psychiatry Groups

ON HOLD -- Drop-In Stress Management 

Fridays

 On hold until 

 further notice 

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*No Referral Required 

  • A weekly drop-in group with 6 different modules - start any week

  • Modules cover the following topics: progressive muscle relaxation, deep breathing, problem solving and mindfulness, music listening and music selection, time management and organization and guided imagery

  • If you experience any technical difficulties or have additional questions, please call administrative assistant(s) at 905-522-1155 ext. 39780 or ext. 33500

  • Please note the group link may be sent to your junk or spam folder 

  • Log in several minutes before start time.​

 

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Contact dropinstressmanagement@stjoes.ca for referral and meeting link. Please include full name, date of birth, and email address. 

Young Adult Substance Use Program   (YA-SUP) Groups

NEW! Mind-Drug-Body Connection

 *In-person group* 

Tuesdays

3:30pm - 4:30pm

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*No Referral Required 

  •  Open to all Young adult substance use program (YA-SUP) clients - current and past OR anyone ages 17-25 looking to work on substance use goals.

  • Group focused on Cognitive (CBT) and Dialectical (DBT) Behavioural Therapy skills exploring thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and somatic/physical symptoms related to substance use.

  • Register at reception by 3:30 PM @ West 5th Campus, Concurrent Disorders Outpatient Clinic â€‹â€‹

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NEW! Pot-tent Wellness

Wednesdays

6:00pm - 7:00pm

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*No Referral Required 

  •  Open to all Young adult substance use program (YA-SUP) clients - current and past OR anyone ages 17-25 looking to work on substance use goals.

  • Learn about Cannabis and the brain as well as things you can do to improve health, sleep, and wellness.

  • Sign-on and agree to code of conduct in chat by 6:05 PM​​

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https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/63968486331?

pwd=lT4KtfJapKKpcaExGbaUNrlPEH144R.1

 Meeting ID: 639 6848 6331, Password: 115267

 

NEW! Mindfulness and Substance Use

Thursdays

10:30am - 11:30am

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*No Referral Required 

  •  Open to all Young adult substance use program (YA-SUP) clients - current and past OR anyone ages 17-25 looking to work on substance use goals.

  • ​Join us to build a lifestyle that increases your present moment awareness and supports your mindfulness practice and recovery. 

  • sign-on and agree to code of conduct in chat by 10:35 AM

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https://stjoes.zoom.us/j/66791871982?

pwd=E8kZAvrbBgETsE4LrKzChiTRajZt8m.1

 Meeting ID: 667 9187 1982, Password: 442204

 

NEW! Planning for the Weekend (PFTW) 

Thursdays

 On hold until 

 further notice 

2:00pm - 3:30pm

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*No Referral Required 

  •  Open to all Young adult substance use program (YA-SUP) clients - current and past OR anyone ages 17-25 looking to work on substance use goals.

  • This weekly drop-in group offers you a safe space to continue to work on skills around recovery and mental wellness goals 

  • Topics include: Safer partying 101, values and goals, triggers and coping, distress tolerance, harm reduction & more 

  • Log in several minutes before start time.​​

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https://stjosham.zoom.us/j/66276266533

pwd=DG6z8BdjWNVsaEve6FIkUvzlbelAhg.1

 Meeting ID: 662 7626 6533, Password: 202900

 

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