International students

Are you experiencing mental health challenges as a student? You’re definitely not alone. Sign up for the Mental Health Course by Stichting Pontis Voorzorg and start working on your mental well-being right away.

For whom?

International students experiencing mental health challenges who are on a waiting list for psychological treatment and/or wish to work on their mental health.

(For students registered with Huisartsenpraktijk UvA with foreign insurance (such as AON))

“Recommended if you’re on a waiting list because you receive helpful tips to cope with the waiting period. Additionally, the group setting ensures you don’t feel alone.” – Participant

What to expect?

Biweekly group sessions where the basic principles of psychology

are shared and peer support is facilitated. Each session focuses on

a specific theme, such as:

Thoughts, feelings, and behavior
Action plan
Lifestyle
Sleep and dealing with worries
Studying with mental health challenges

You’ll receive take-home tips, allowing you to start feeling better right away. There’s also space to share personal experiences and find recognition and support from one another. Nothing is mandatory during these sessions—everything proceeds at your own pace.