Putting in the effort to locate the mental health supports you need can feel overwhelming in the moment, especially if you are feeling down or anxious. In this section, we have organized various supports by their intended user group (Canada-wide, province-specific, or serving particular communities), as well as other features, such as whether there are costs associated, format (online vs. inperson), and type of service (counselling vs. crisis services).
Canada-Wide Resources
TALK SUICIDE CANADA
Immediate connection to Suicide Crisis Help 24/7. Phone or Text: 9-8-8 Website:www.talksuicide.ca
CRISIS LINES DIRECTORY
The Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention’s database of crisis lines and centres, along with info on support groups and general information on suicide.
KHP is a Canadian charity that provides free online and phone/text counselling and confidential mental health support to Canadian youth. Phone: 1-800-784-2433 SMS Text: CONNECT to 686868 Website: www.kidshelpphone.ca
Youthspace
Youthspace.ca is an online crisis and emotional support chat led by trained professionals. All chats are confidential and anonymous.
BetterHelp is the world's largest completely online therapy service. Find one of 32,000 licensed therapists based upon your location, preferences, and therapist availability.
MindBeacon provides online therapy to assist with mental health challenges including depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD, stress, and more. Website:https://www.mindbeacon.com/
ALBERTA
Youthspace
Youthspace.ca is an online crisis and emotional support chat led by trained professionals. All chats are confidential and anonymous.
Free supportive text messages available 24/7 to Alberta residents.
To subscribe text “MOOD” to 7606703130 To unsubscribe text “STOP” to 7606703130 Brochure: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/ assets/info/amh/if-amh-nztext4moodbrochure.pdf
Free Your Mind Mentorship
Online peer mentorship program that matches junior high and high school students to trained post-secondary mentors to provide social and emotional support in a one-to-one setting