Counseling and Wellness Centre, BRAC University

14/01/2026

The Counseling and Wellness Centre of BRAC University organized a day-long outreach program (22.12.2025) for participants who are currently undergoing their *Continuing Professional Development (CPD)* training, which began in March 2024.

17/11/2025

BRAC University’s Counseling and Wellness Centre organized the Mental Health Awareness Campaign 2025 on 5 November 2025 (Wednesday) in observance of World Mental Health Day.

The event was open for the students, faculty members, and administrative staff of BRACU.

The campaign began with a welcome speech by Shami Suhrid, Senior Counselor and Coordinator of the Counseling and Wellness Centre at BRAC University, followed by remarks from Ms. Tahsina Rahman, Joint Director of Student Life, on the significance of mental well-being. The session continued with an address by the Chief Guest, Professor Arshad Mahmud Chowdhury, PhD, Honorable Pro Vice-Chancellor of BRAC University, on the significance of self-care and its profound impact on overall well-being, encompassing physical, mental, social, and spiritual dimensions.

The campaign featured interactive activities such as the Creative Play Lab, Empathy Studio, Calm Corner, Gratitude Station, Self-Growth Garden, Kahoot, and received strong participation and positive feedback.

The associate partners of the event were the BRAC University Leadership Development Forum (BULDF) and the BRAC University Cultural Club (BUCuC).

04/11/2025

02/11/2025

The Counseling and Wellness Centre, Student Life of BRAC University warmly invites you to the Mental Health Awareness Campaign 2025 in observance of World Mental Health Day, to be held on Wednesday, 5 November 2025, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Multipurpose Hall, BRAC University.

Participants can engage in interactive activities such as the Creative Play Lab, Empathy Studio, Calm Corner, Gratitude Station, and Designing Self-Growth Garden, all designed to promote reflection, connection, and well-being.

All students, faculty members, and administrative staff of BRAC University are encouraged to join in fostering a compassionate and mentally healthy campus community.

Our associate partners for this event are the BRAC University Leadership Development Forum (BULDF) and the BRAC University Cultural Club (BUCuC).

26/10/2025

The Counseling and Wellness Centre of BRAC University is delighted to announce an enriching workshop titled “Yoga for Holistic Health Care” — a one-hour journey to relax your mind, refresh your body, and reconnect with your inner self.

Workshop Details:

-Date: Thursday, 30 October 2025
-Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
-Venue: Club Room 01, Level 06, BRAC University
-Facilitator: Yogachariya Kushal Roy Joy
Founder – JOYSAN Yoga
Internationally Certified in Yoga, Ayurveda, and Holistic Healthcare, Bangladesh
For more detailed information, please follow this link: http://www.joysanyoga.com/

Open Exclusively for BRAC University Students!
Seats are limited — don’t miss your chance to experience this calming and inspiring session.

Interested participants are requested to fill out the registration form on or before 29 October 2025 (by 2:00 PM).

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/QNXWvWVLkyUsr5wK7

23/10/2025

As part of World Mental Health Day, the Counseling and Wellness Centre of BRAC University is hosting a special Peer Support Program titled “You Are Not Alone” on Monday, October 27, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Club Room Number 01. The program is designed to foster empathy, connection, and emotional well-being within the university community. It will feature a range of engaging activities, including short movie clips that highlight resilience and hope, anonymous letters and story readings where voices can be heard without names, and interactive games that bring moments of joy and connection.

Throughout the event, Peer Ambassadors will be present to share insights into their roles and responsibilities, offering students a valuable opportunity to meet them, understand their work, and learn how to seek peer support when needed. The program is open to all students. Together, the event reaffirms the message that no one is ever truly alone, understanding, and compassion is always within reach.

Registration link and the QR Code are given below. (On spot registration is also available)

https://forms.gle/EtoLAxehfQHGaxzj7

08/09/2025

Wellness Program titled "Let My Anxiety Talk To Me"

From August 10th to 20th, we held space for something truly special. Over ten tender days, across two intimate time slots, 20 participants came together to slow down, breathe, and gently listen to the voice of anxiety, not to silence it, but to understand it.
Through mindful movement, expressive art and writing, clay work, and guided visualizations, we invited each person to explore what their anxiety might be trying to say. What unfolded was deeply moving; tears, laughter, quiet reflection, and heartfelt connection.
Participants touched emotions long held beneath the surface: unspoken grief, old fears, self-doubt, and in that same space, discovered strength, compassion, and clarity. With the steady presence of our warm and skilled facilitators, everyone was supported to go at their own pace, in their own way.
The journey ended in a beautiful certification ceremony, full of hugs, gratitude, and a shared sense of something meaningful. Many shared that it was the first time they had truly allowed themselves to meet their anxiety with openness and that they are walking away feeling lighter, more connected, and no longer alone in their experience.

We’re so grateful to each person who joined us. And yes, we’ve heard the requests for more. This is just the beginning.

31/07/2025

Wellness Programs titled “Let My Anxiety Talk to Me”

Anxiety doesn’t have to be our enemy. What if, instead of pushing it away, we pause... and listen?

The Counseling and Wellness Centre of BRAC University invites you to join a powerful journey inward — one that helps you understand your anxious thoughts not as something to fight, but something to hear. “Let My Anxiety Talk to Me”- A transformative experiential program to reconnect with yourself.

This immersive, hands-on course is designed to help an individual to recognize, understand, and embrace the anxiety with kindness — not fear. Through mindfulness practices, reflective exercises, interactive discussions, and body-based techniques, this journey creates a safe and compassionate space where the inner world of an individual is not judged — but deeply honored.

Together, the idea will be explored that anxiety isn't just noise or discomfort — it’s communication. It may be pointing toward unmet needs, deeper emotions, or hidden strengths inside an individual.

What the participants gain from this program:
-A safe environment to explore anxiety and recognize its patterns
-Mindfulness practices to help staying grounded in the present
-A new perspective: Anxiety as a guide, not a threat
-Self-compassion techniques to silence harsh self-criticism
-Practical strategies to manage anxiety in daily life
-The ability to turn anxious moments into opportunities for clarity and confidence

Our anxiety has something to tell us. Are we ready to listen?

Total 4 sessions (Mandatory)

Time and Date:
Slot 01: 10,12,17 and 19 August (Sunday and Tuesday) 3.00 pm- 5.00 pm

Slot 02: 11,13,18 and 20 August (Monday and Wednesday)
12.00 pm- 2.00 pm

Venue: Club Room 01

Registration Fee: 600 BDT

For the Student of BRAC University

For registration, please contact +8801715034011, 88017171901494

Registration link- https://forms.gle/VLXmPjYWjcHFM13g8

30/04/2025

Imagine standing at the edge of possibility, gazing beyond the horizon where your dreams await. The path to achieving something is not a straight road; it’s a thrilling adventure filled with
challenges, discoveries, and moments of triumph. Are you ready to embark on that journey?

To experience this journey of full potential, the Counseling and Wellness Centre of BRAC
University is organizing a workshop titled "Beyond the Horizon: Reaching Your Goals".

In this experiential session, we will discuss goals, the factors that create barriers to reaching our destination, and the treasures or resources that can lead us to our achievements.

Date: 04 May 2025, Sunday
Time: 11:00 am to 12:30 pm
Venue: Club Activity Room 01, 6th Floor, BRAC University

To participate, please complete the registration for free by clicking the following link by 4 May 9:00 am.
https://forms.gle/UGFAWgsxj3oTayeo7

The poster of the session is attached with this email.If you have any questions, please contact: counseling@bracu.ac.bd.

Warm Regards,

Counseling and Wellness Centre (CWC)
Student Life
BRAC University

28/04/2025

To promote holistic well-being, BRAC University invites you to join a Wellness Session of Dhaka Flow’s 2nd Annual National Youth Festival on 29 April 2025 (Tuesday). The program will be held in the Multipurpose Room of BRAC University from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM.

The festival is open to students, faculty members, and administrative staff of BRAC University.

It has been designed to help you recharge, reflect, and learn practical tools for managing stress and promoting well-being. This session will offer a supportive space to explore techniques for self-care, mindfulness, and emotional resilience. Whether you’re seeking new strategies or simply need a moment to pause and reconnect, we’d love to have you join us.

To register, please fill out the form at the following link:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfDfQnUk2ZbXMgXWqrMq82pEQfHQmtZnsLPIIxuq9joS2_eyA/viewform

Special thanks to the Counseling and Wellness Centre, Student Life of BRAC University for collaborating to arrange this festival.

Let’s take a moment to prioritize our mental health together.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

20/04/2025

Wellness Sessions
Let My Anxiety Talk to Me

Anxiety is a natural response of every individual, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can impact living a healthy life. Understanding its triggers and learning effective coping strategies is essential for healthily managing anxiety.

On that note, the Counseling and Wellness Centre is going to host two wellness sessions titled "Let My Anxiety Talk to Me." These sessions invite the participants to explore anxiety not as something to silence, but something to listen to. Through guided reflection, mindful techniques, and open conversation, this will create a safe space to decode the voice of anxiety—what it’s trying to tell an individual, and how to respond with compassion instead of fear.

Whether an individual is feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply curious about a new way to relate to their own emotions, this session offers tools for connection, calm, and clarity.

We invite the students of BRAC University to join us and take the first step toward turning your anxiety into a powerful ally for growth.

Date: 27 and 28 April 2025 (Sunday and Monday)
Time: 03:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Venue: Club Room 04, Level 06

Registration Link:
Please click the following link to register for this Wellness Session and complete this registration by 24 April, 12 PM.

https://forms.gle/B4asuAMkEQ7KdZMAA

For any query, please contact: counseling@bracu.ac.bd, +8801322917315