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Short-term Counselling Group: Healthy Relationships

Purpose of this Group:

This 6-week short-term group is a safe and affirming space for 2SLGBTQ+ individuals(18+) to explore what healthy relationships look like. This is not a therapy group, we are taking an educational approach through a mental health perspective to cover topics such as communication, boundaries, conflict resolution, attachment styles, and navigating relationship dynamics specific to our community (e.g., cisnormativity, minority stress, polyamory/ENM, and chosen family).

Group Expectations:
  • Confidentiality: What is shared in the group stays in the group.
  • Respect: We honor all identities, relationship structures (monogamy, non-monogamy, etc.), and experiences.
  • Participation: You are encouraged to share, but you have the right to pass at any time.
  • Attendance: Consistent attendance is required for group cohesion

Before applying please be aware that...
  • This group is a skill-building space, not a therapy group. The focus is learning practical tools for the present rather than processing past emotions or traumatic experiences. Participants can expect to receive resources to support individual healing, growth and learning.
  • This is a counselling group and not a crisis intervention service.
If you require crisis support please contact Klinic Crisis Line at 204-786-8686

Meeting Details
  • Location: Rainbow Resource Centre, 514 St Mary Ave (Winnipeg)
  • Time frame: 6 weeks (September 23rd to October 28th)
  • Meetings: 5:30pm to 7:30pm (2 hours, with a 15 minute break)

Timeline
  • Applications are open from August 4th to August 11th
  • Applications will be reviewed August 12th to August 21st
  • Applicants will be contacted the week of August 24th


For further questions, please contact the Program Manager of Counselling Services, Mateo Llanillos (he/him)
  • Email: MateoL@rainbowresourcecentre.org
  • Phone: 204-474-0212 ext. 225
Section 1: About You (Demographics & Contact Info)
1.Chosen name(Required.)
2.Legal name (we understand that providing a legal name can be sensitive in nature. We only ask in case there is an emergency situation in which your legal name is required.)(Required.)
3.What are your pronouns? (e.g., she/her, he/him, they/them, etc.)
4.What is your age?(Required.)
5.What is the best email address to reach you?(Required.)
6.What is the best phone number to reach you?
7.Is it okay to leave a message from Rainbow Resource Centre on this number?(Required.)
8.Address(Required.)
9.Emergency Contact Information(Required.)
10.What name and pronouns would you like us to use to refer to you if we had to call your emergency contact?(Required.)
Getting to Know You & Making Sure This Group Fits (this section helps us ensure our discussions are relevant)
11.What's bringing you to this group right now? What feels hopeful, hard, or curious about relationships for you these days?
12.Support systems are important because they reduce stress, improve mental health, and help people cope with life challenges. They can include friends, family, coworkers, therapists/counsellors, social workers etc.
Would you like to receive information about local resources or services that could help you feel more connected or supported?
13.What are you hoping to get out of this group? (Choose all that feel true for you)(Required.)
Group Guidelines: This section ensures a shared understanding of the group's purpose and commitment.
14.The group will meet for 6 weekly sessions, each 2 hours long (with a 15 minute break). Consistent attendance is important for building trust and cohesion within the group. Are you available for every meeting date (September 23rd, September 30th, October 7th, October 14th, October 21st, October 28th) from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM?(Required.)
15.Is there anything that would help you feel more safe, comfortable, and supported in a group setting? (e.g., accessibility needs etc.)
16.Is there anything else you would like the facilitators to know?
17.I understand that completing this form does not guarantee a spot in the group counselling.(Required.)