The Living Room

The Living Room is a relaxed, drop-in space for students to chat, de-stress, and find support. If you’re going through a tough time or are unsure where to go for support, drop by The Living Room.

You can talk things through with trained Peer Support Advisors, current students who get the ups and downs of university life, because they are living it too.

No appointment or referral is needed.

Opening hours: 10am to 2pm Monday to Friday (during the semester)

Where to find us: Building 104.113.

What can you do at The Living Room?

• Chat with a Peer Support Advisor about study stress, life stuff, relationships, or anything on your mind
• Make sense of what’s going on and what you might need
• Take time out to reset if things feel overwhelming
• Connect with other students and build a sense of community
• Learn about support services at Curtin and beyond
• Join low-key activities or spend time with visiting therapy dogs

What is a Peer Support Advisor?

Peer Support Advisors are current Curtin students from diverse backgrounds trained to support your wellbeing. Their role is to listen, help you make sense of what’s going on, support you to problem solve and recommend further support services if needed.

How does the Living Room work?

The Living Room is not a counselling service. It is a student-led space where you can drop in for support without the pressure of needing to make an appointment. We aim to make getting support as easy, approachable, and welcoming as possible.

A space for everyone

We recognise that everyone has their own way of understanding health and wellbeing. We welcome students from diverse cultural and faith backgrounds, including international students, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and those who identify as sexually and gender diverse.