Group-Based Peer Support
Group peer support brings together people who share a lived or living experience and provides a confidential, safe space where peers can listen without judgment, share insights, and provide hope and encouragement to one another.
Peer support is confidential and, though peer support may complement clinical approaches, it is not clinical treatment or therapy. It is an evidence-based approach shown to improve coping and self-management skills while lessening distress.
Currently, Dr. Shelley Anderson and Dr. Alexis Botkin facilitate two groups: one for DRMB members with substance use concerns and/or addiction and another general-purpose group for members struggling with burnout, anxiety, stress, and other mental health concerns. Each group is normally led by one physician, with the other available to provide coverage if needed.
Members with Substance Use Concerns (Hybrid)
- For Medical students, residents, and practicing and retired physicians with substance use and/or addictions concerns. If you’re interested in attending, call the PAR intake line at 204−237−8320 or complete the online intake form.
Members with Burnout, Anxiety & Other Mental Health Concerns (Hybrid)
- For Medical students, residents, and practicing and retired physicians who are struggling with burnout, anxiety, stress, mood disorders or other emotional/mental health concerns. If you are interested in attending, call the PAR intake line at 204−237−8320 or complete the online intake form .
For more information about Doctors Manitoba’s group-based peer support initiatives, email Kate McIntyre, Physician Health Services & Peer Support Coordinator at kmcintyre@doctorsmanitoba.ca.
Learn more about the well-being supports available to Doctors Manitoba members and their families at Doc360.ca.