Peer Wellness Coaching

Students wanting to move more and/or sleep better can book a free 1-on-1 appointment with a trained Peer Wellness Coach (PWC). Working with a coach will empower you to set and achieve personalized goals.  Your coach will also help you develop strategies to maintain motivation and learn strategies to identify and overcome barriers.

Our Peer Wellness Coaches are guided by the . They are trained in evidence-based health behaviour change models and use a strengths-based, multi-culturally aware lens in supporting you during coaching appointments.

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Emma (she/her)
 

Hi, I'm Emma and I am a third year Concurrent Education student with a major in Health Studies and a minor in Sociology! I love spending my free time during the school year outside with friends, doing workout classes at the ARC and walking to explore the Kingston waterfront and downtown core.

 

 


Heli (she/her)

My name is Heli, I am a third year political studies student with a passion for mental health and learning the importance of well-being. I am thrilled to become a peer wellness coach because I have always had a passion for wanting to help my peers and others around me, being part of the peer wellness team will be an exciting and rewarding experience.

 

 


Jana (she/her)
 

Hey folks, I am Jana, a third year Health Sciences student.  I became a Peer Wellness Coach because I understand how overwhelming life can get, and I wanted to support others who might be feeling the same way.  I hope to create a kind, supportive space where students can focus on their well-being and find their own balance.

 

 


Julia (she/her)
 

Hi!  My name is Julia and I am a third year Health Sciences student passionate about health and wellness.  Fitness has been an integral part of my life for years and has played a crucial role in my mental and emotional health.  I am thrilled to work as a Peer Wellness Coach to empower and support student sin making long-lasting, sustainable lifestyle changes to lead healthier and happier lives.

 

 


Lara (she/her)

Hello, my name is Lara! I am a third-year student in the Health Sciences program. I am passionate about self-care and helping others achieve their desired lifestyle. I understand the challenges of balancing different aspects of life, and I am excited to support my peers on their wellness journey.

 

 


Max (he/him)

Hi, my name is Max! I am a fourth-year student in the Health Sciences program. As a Peer Wellness Coach, I aim to help others achieve their health and wellness-related goals through accessible sleep and movement behavior change.

 

 


Megan (she/her)
 

Hi!  My name is Megan and I am in my four year of the Health Sciences program.  I love going out on runs to stay physically active and enjoy creative writing to relax.  This is my third year as a Peer Wellness Coach and I am super excited to continue promoting mental health and student well-being here at ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥!

 


Nikita (she/her)
 

Hey there!  My name is Nikita and I am in my four year in the Health Sciences program.  This is my second year as a Peer Wellness Coach and I love being able to help other students with goal setting to navigate work/school/life balance.  My favourite health and wellness activities include yoga, gardening, and reading :)

 


Sienna (she/they)
 

Hi all! I’m Sienna—the new graduate peer wellness coach. I’ve been a part of the Peer Wellness Coaching team for two years and am now entering this new role in hopes of meeting the unique needs of my graduate student peers. I am a Master’s student in the School of Environmental Studies researching the intersection between queer identity and waste—feel free to ask me more about it!

 

Schedule an Appointment

Book your free, confidential 1-on-1 30-minute in-person or virtual appointment using .

Peer Wellness Coaches do NOT provide counselling/therapy or design personal exercise/workout plans. If you are struggling with your mental health, please book a mental health appointment with a healthcare professional.

If you need to cancel or re-schedule your appointment, please provide at least 24-hour notice.