Walk-In Wellness Clinic

A barrier-free wellness clinic, accessible without an appointment to students, staff, faculty and community members.

Clinic changes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic

UBCO virtual walk-in well-being clinic

  • The UBCO Walk-In Well-Being Clinic has gone virtual.
  • We are providing brief (up to 30 minute) Psychological First Aid services by telehealth.
  • Available to any individual in the Greater Okanagan (age 16+) who is experiencing stress or having difficulty coping at this time.
  • Clinicians are Masters and PhD level graduate students who are supervised by UBCO registered psychologists
  • Operating hours are Tuesday and Thursday between 12 pm and 4 pm.
  • Psychological First Aid is not the same as psychological therapy, and the clinician who speaks with you will not become your on-going care provider.
  • Individuals in immediate crisis should dial 911 or contact a 24-hour crisis line: 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) or the Interior Crisis Line (1-888-353-2273).  Children and youth can contact the Kids Help Phone  (1-800-668-6868 or text to 686868)

  • Contact information

    UBCO Interprofessional Clinic

    Email:ipc.ok@ubc.ca
    Voicemail: (250) 807-8241

 

About Us

The clinic was launched in an effort to address urgent issues related to mental health. One in 5 Canadians have a mental health diagnosis, and 6 in 10 primary care visits are for mental health issues, or consequences of chronic health conditions. A recent survey of Canadian students showed that 89% of students feel overwhelmed in their daily life. Whether you are a student, faculty, staff or community member who is struggling, we are here to help.

Our clinic started out as a five-week trial in the fall of 2018, but is now a permanent part of the Psychology Clinic on campus. We are happy to be able to provide this service to our community on a permanent basis.