Understanding Anxiety and Depression
Join us for a practical and informative seminar on understanding and coping with anxiety and depression. We offer two seminar options: a live seminar on the Surrey campus that you can also join via Zoom, and for those who cannot attend the September 27 event, a pre-recorded seminar that you can access at any time.
This is a live 2-hour practical and informative seminar for anyone interested in learning more about anxiety and depression. You can attend in person on campus or via Zoom.
What will I learn?
- Learn about the wide range of symptoms of anxiety and depression
- Understand the symptoms of anxiety and depression and maintaining factors that can perpetuate these symptoms
- Learn strategies to manage and help reduce symptoms
- Get access to resources for those wanting further help or support
Spring 2025 Schedule
Tuesday, Jan 21, 1:30-3:30 PM followed by a 20 minute Question & Answer time
Burnaby Campus and Online (via zoom)
Seminar room location and zoom link will be provided in the Canvas Course.
You are welcome to utilize the resources in the Canvas course at any time. The seminar is recommended but not required.
This is pre-recorded 2-hour practical and informative seminar for anyone interested in learning more about anxiety and depression.
What will I learn?
- Learn about the wide range of symptoms of anxiety and depression
- Understand the symptoms of anxiety and depression and maintaining factors that can perpetuate these symptoms
- Learn strategies to manage and help reduce symptoms
- Get access to resources for those wanting further help or support
On Canvas, you will also have access to a copy of the seminar slides and other helpful resources. These resources are available until the end of term, so feel free to print the ones you are interested in keeping. Additionally, you can share your feedback about the event in the "Quizzes" section.
Dr. Shona Adams
Registered Psychologist #2558
Shona is a Registered Psychologist who trained as a Clinical Psychologist in Oxford, U.K.. She is a dual citizen who immigrated to Canada when she was 10 years old, previously living in South Africa, Thailand and Malaysia. She predominantly uses a Human Givens and a CBT approach and is a specialist in treating traumas and complex mental health disorders. She uses a strength-based solution-focused model, working collaboratively to help people understand their difficulties and learn different strategies to interact with them. She is humbly aware of her white privilege and is passionate with facilitating people to reach their full potential within a caring and empowering environment.