A Sweet Night for Mental Health Returns This November
We are so excited to share that A Sweet Night for Mental Health is back for its second year! Mark your calendars for Friday, November 21, 2025 at 6:30pm at the beautiful Lily Lake Pavilion in Saint John.
Navigating mental health as a newcomer: A community conversation in Sussex
In August, Just Us partnered with the Multicultural Association of Sussex to host a unique seminar designed specifically for newcomers to Canada. The group session was led by Andrea Jimenez, a counselling intern with Just Us who is completing her MA in Clinical Mental Health Counselling at Kingswood University.
Free counselling services for post-secondary students
September marks the beginning of a new school year for post-secondary students across New Brunswick. It’s a season full of excitement, change and opportunity—but it can also bring stress, anxiety, or feelings of overwhelm.
Easing back-to-school anxiety: Tips for kids and parents
The back-to-school season can be exciting, but for many kids and parents in New Brunswick, September also brings a wave of anxiety. Whether it’s a child worrying about making friends or a parent feeling overwhelmed by new routines, back-to-school stress is very real and very common.
Free counselling program supporting New Brunswick artists
According to the 2021 National Arts and Culture Impact Survey, 76 per cent of Canadian arts and culture workers reported high or very high levels of anxiety in the aftermath of the pandemic. That’s why Just Us has teamed up with ArtsLink NB to offer free counselling to artists across New Brunswick.
How Just Us and Kennebec Manor are supporting seniors' mental health
Through a collaboration with Just Us, residents at Kennebec Manor seniors home are now receiving free and low-cost therapy on site — support that’s been long needed and deeply appreciated.
Training the next generation: Inside Madison’s internship experience
At Just Us, we’re proud to support passionate, thoughtful students like Madison. Our internship program is about more than hours and supervision, it’s about helping the next generation of mental health professionals find their voice, their strengths and their place in this important work.
Free ways to reconnect with nature for stress relief
In the rush of daily life, it’s easy to forget that some of the most helpful tools for our mental well-being are already around us. And the best part? Nature doesn’t charge admission.
Affordable therapy options for men in New Brunswick
While conversations around mental wellness are becoming more common, many men still face a silent struggle. Social expectations, stigma and financial concerns often keep men from reaching out for the help they need.
How we’re improving access to mental health
At Just Us, we believe that mental health is health. In a province like New Brunswick, where access to support can be limited and financial strain is a barrier for many, we’ve made it our mission to close that gap. This past year, we took major steps forward—and the impact is real, measurable and deeply human.
How on-site therapy is supporting harm reduction staff
Earlier this year, we started a new partnership with Avenue B Harm Reduction, bringing on-site counselling directly to those who are often overlooked in conversations about burnout, trauma and self-care: harm reduction workers.
5 free tools to help you manage stress
With April being Stress Awareness Month, we’re shining a light on simple, free tools you can use to manage stress and take care of your well-being. No fancy equipment, no cost, just practical support you can access in real life.
Walk with purpose: Join our Walk for Mental Health on June 14
Join us on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Rothesay Netherwood School for a Walk for Mental Health in support of Just Us, a New Brunswick-based charity providing free and low-cost counselling to those in need.
Don’t ignore these early warning signs of burnout
Burnout doesn’t happen overnight. It creeps in slowly—one stressful day turns into a stressful week, then a stressful month and before you know it, you’re running on empty.
Signs your teen might be struggling with their mental health (and what you can do about it)
As a parent, you know your kid best, but even the most tuned-in parents can miss the early signs that their teen is struggling with their mental health.
Introducing our new partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John
Just Us is thrilled to be joining forces with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Saint John to bring accessible mental health support directly to the young people who need it most.
How to help your teen access free mental health counselling in New Brunswick
There are several free and low-cost counselling services available in New Brunswick to support young people who need guidance, support or someone to talk to.
We’re re-launching our free and low-cost 2SLGBTQIA+ counselling
This month we re-launched our partnership with Chroma NB to deliver free & low-cost counselling to 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals in Saint John.
How to find affordable therapy near you in New Brunswick
In today's fast-paced world, maintaining mental health is as important as physical health. However, for many in New Brunswick, the cost of therapy can feel like a barrier.
10 mental health goals to start the year right
The beginning of a new year is a natural time to reflect on your mental well-being and set intentions for a healthier, more balanced life. Prioritizing your mental health can improve your emotional resilience, relationships and overall happiness.
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