REACH Lab

We’re happy to share this fantastic free opportunity from Hope for Mental Health:

Biology and Management of Depression/Trauma & Supporting Self Advocacy

This online program is designed for individuals who have experienced depression or trauma, as well as family members supporting someone living with mental illness or addiction.

💬 Learn how life experiences impact the brain
💬 Build self-awareness, confidence, and coping skills
💬 Connect in a small, supportive group (max 5 participants)

📍 Delivered via Zoom over 8 sessions (1.5 hours each)
💲 Free and open to anyone in Nova Scotia

Please note: this program is not a replacement for professional counselling or therapy.

📧 For more information or to register: [email protected]

Openings available!!

Biology and Management of Depression/Trauma and Supporting Self Advocacy 8 - week education program.

Sessions will run:

May 2nd - June 20th - 10am-11:30am weekly
May 5th - June 23rd - 10am-11:30am weekly
May 7th -June 25 - 10am-11:30am weekly

the program is First come first serve, save your spot and Register today: https://www.hope4mentalhealth.ca/cgi/page.cgi/_evtreg.html?fee=74&evt=22®cmd=register

At the REACH Lab, we understand that meaningful change happens when research listens to and reflects the realities of our communities.👥💬

That’s why we’re forming a Lived Experience Advisory Panel (LEAP), and we’re inviting adults in Northeastern Nova Scotia to join us.

Who can join? Adults who:
• Live in Pictou County, Antigonish County, or Cape Breton
• Have lived or living experience of a mental health condition, or care for someone who does
• Want to help guide research that strengthens community-based mental health care

Why join LEAP?
• Share your experiences and ideas to influence research and services
• Flexible, online meetings (60–90 min) roughly every two months, with optional written feedback
• Compensation provided

📧 Interested? Email us at [email protected] to learn more or get involved.

Please also feel free to share this with anyone who might be interested!