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A new chapter in mental health services has opened at two Regina libraries.

Patrons can walk into the Central and Albert branches on select days and receive free counselling.

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Since October, Thrive Walk-in Counselling sessions have been offered at Central on Wednesdays from 1 to 6 p.m. On Jan. 5, mental health services began running at the Albert branch on Fridays from 1 to 6 p.m.

Additionally, free walk-in counselling clinics are available Mondays and Thursdays from 1 to 5 p.m. at Family Service Regina’s office, Suite 200, 1440 Broadway Ave.

The free, walk-in services are provided with $120,000 in funding from Green Shield Services.

Family Service Regina has offered traditional counselling services in the community for decades, but it was apparent there was a need for easier and quicker access, said Shellie Pociuk, the organization’s CEO.

Traditional sessions were based on an individual’s ability to pay for counselling.