Student AffairsWe offer students free one-on-one peer and/or professional wellness coaching appointments. These 30-minute appointments help students set a personalized health behaviour goal, discuss how to overcome potential barriers and maintain motivation.
Our coaches do not provide therapy or design diet/workout plans. If students need mental health support, they can book a mental health appointment and/or find other supports & resources.
How to book appointments
- Visit our online booking calendar
- Choose a health behaviour
- Select whether the appointment is in-person or virtual
- Book 1-3 follow-up appointments as needed
Students need to give 24-hours' notice if they need to cancel or reschedule an appointment.
Types of appointments available
Professional staff in Health Promotion can meet with students who want to make a change in any of the following areas:
- Alcohol
- Cannabis
- Nutrition
- Tobacco
Trained Peer Wellness Coaches (PWCs) can meet with students who want to make a change in any of the following areas:
- Physical activity
- Sleep
- Mindfulness
During the mindfulness appointment, students use a MUSE biofeedback headband that passively senses brain waves. While listening to a guided meditation app, students get real-time audio feedback on how they are focusing their attention.
Falaq (she/her)
Hi, my name is Falaq, I'm a fourth-year Health Sciences student. I am passionate about helping students build healthy and sustainable habits surrounding sleep, physical activity, and overall well-being. I understand how challenging balancing academics, social life, and self-care can be, and I am super excited to support students in creating goals that work for their unique lifestyles!
Grace (she/her)
Hi there! My name is Grace and I’m one of the undergraduate peer wellness coaches for the summer. I’m going into my third year of Sociology and Political Studies here at Queen’s, and I’m passionate about being involved on campus and creating a more supportive environment for all students. I know first-hand how difficult finding balance and maintaining health and wellness as a student can be, which is why my work in peer wellness coaching focuses on mindfulness to help students approach these challenges!
Max (he/him)
Hi, my name is Max! I am one of the graduate peer wellness coaches, returning for my second year as part of the coaching team. I aim to support students in achieving their health and wellness-related goals in the areas of sleep, mindfulness and physical activity.
Sienna (she/they)
Hi all! I’m Sienna— one of the graduate peer wellness coaches. I’ve been a part of the Peer Wellness Coaching team for three years and am particularly focused on 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 studies —feel free to ask me more about it!
Ambrose (he/him)
Hello! My name is Ambrose, and I am in my third-year of Health Sciences! Since university, I have always been striving to improve my health through sleep, eating, exercise, and mindfulness. These aspects have personally helped my well-being immensely and I am excited to create sustainable goals in these areas with you as a Peer Wellness Coach! In my free time, I love playing sports, watching a good show, and spending time with friends/family.
Asha (she/her)
Hey, I'm Asha and I'm in my second year of Health Sciences. I love being active, learning about healthy eating, and seeing how the fitness community brings people together. I can't wait to be a PWC to share my knowledge and help others lead a healthy and balanced lifestyle that works for them!
Azalee (she/her)
Hello! My name is Azalee, and I am in my third year of Health Sciences. I believe that mental wellness is important in being physically well. I am excited to help students build goals, improve habits and create an overall smoother and more enjoyable university experience!
Debanshi (she/her)
Hi everyone! My name is Debanshi, and I’m a third-year Health Sciences student. I love trying out new activities to recharge with friends and family. As a Peer Wellness Coach, I’m excited to help students find their own ways to rest, reset, and feel supported while they work towards their sleep, movement, and wellness goals.
Max (he/him)
Hi, my name is Max! I am one of the graduate peer wellness coaches, returning for my second year as part of the coaching team. I aim to support students in achieving their health and wellness-related goals in the areas of sleep, mindfulness and physical activity.
Other appointments and programs available
Students who are not currently physically active and who are experiencing mild-to-moderate symptoms of anxiety and/or depression, may be eligible for our Prescription Exercise at Queen's (PE-Q) program.
Learn more about PE-Q including how to get referred to this program.