Groups that support mental well-being
The FSHS selection of group activity services related to mental health consists of StressLess training groups, Depression School and anxiety management groups. In addition to these, service units may provide other groups as well.
Our group activity approach is practical, offering participants information about challenges related to mental health. Participants learn self-treatment techniques and can share experiences with their peers dealing with similar problems. The focus of our groups is on learning new skills to tackle mental health challenges. Each participant can share their own experiences in the group to the extent they feel comfortable with. All participants are also required to keep experiences shared in group discussions as confidential.
You can apply to some groups using a form in the Self online service. To other groups you will be directed to at a health appointment or by contacting the assessment of the need for treatment team.
Information regarding group activities is updated at the beginning of the autumn and spring semester.
Mental health well-being groups at FSHS
The StressLess coaching course, Depression School and our anxiety management groups are available both online and in many of our service units across Finland.
- Read more about the StressLess coaching course
- Read more about Depression School
- Read more about the anxiety management group
During the autumn semester 2025, we will organise the following groups in English
StressLess coaching in English
StressLess coaching in English during the autumn semester 2025
Remote groups
A national remote group in English starts on Tuesday 14 Oct 2025 from 9 am to 11 am. You can get more detailed schedules from the group leader.
How to apply? Please fill out the form that opens behind the link in the Self online service (requires identification).
The group is organized by: FSHS South
Depression school in English
A national remote group in English starts on Monday 13 Oct 2025 from 9am to 11 am. You can get more detailed schedules from the group leader.
How to apply? If you already have a treatment contact at the FSHS, ask about Depression School during your appointment. You can also contact the treatment needs assessment team.
The group is organized by FSHS South
Groups organised in Finnish
Mielen hyvinvointia tukevat ryhmät
All groups in Finnish (mental health, oral health, nutrition and physiotherapy)
Reasons to attend FSHS mental well-being support groups
Psychologist Roosa Kämäräinen introduces our mental well-being groups in this video. In our groups, you can learn new ways to act in challenging situations and meet other students facing similar problems.
The video is subtitled in English.
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