I have a list of resources for those in crisis and specifically with suicide-prevention, but I am often asked for resources outside of crisis. All titles are URL hyperlinks to the resource.
This is a list of therapy, positive mental health organizations that can help you help yourself. If you are in crisis, please contact your family doctor, go to your closest hospital, call the Ontario Mental Health Helpline at 1-866-531-2600, or call 911. Please click the heading to know more about these resources:
Affordable Therapy Network
By Providing a Listing of Mental Health Practitioners throughout Canada who offer Reduced Rates, Low-Cost, and Sliding Scale fees, we aim to increase the accessibility of Therapeutic Services.
MyGrief
MyGrief.ca helps you to understand and work through your grief. Free online modules that help you understand and navigate grief – to help people work through their grief from the comfort of their own home, at their own pace. It was developed by family members who’ve “been there,” and grief experts to complement existing community resources and help address the lack of grief services particularly in rural and remote areas. It is also an education tool for health providers.
Healing in Colour
Healing in Colour envisions a world where BIPOC*, in all our intersections, have access to therapy that supports our healing and liberation. (*Black, Indigenous, People of Colour)
Anishnawbe 24/7 MHCM Service
Call 1 (855) 242-3310 – Our mission is to improve the health and well being of Aboriginal People in spirit, mind, emotion and body by providing Traditional Healing within a multi-disciplinary health care model.
Toronto Institute for Relational Psychotherapy (TIRP low-cost therapy)
This site will help you find a high quality therapist who is a good match for you and who charges a fee you can afford. We aim to reach those in the community who would not otherwise be able to access therapy due to financial constraints and other life circumstances that make it difficult to pay for full-fee psychotherapy services.
Al & Malka Green Artists’ Health Centre
Referrals are not required. If you self-identify as an artist, call us at 416 603 5263 to make an appointment with the Nurse Practitioner for an initial assessment. This hour-long appointment provides the opportunity to become acquainted with clinic services, discuss any of your concerns and explore treatment options available to you.
CAMH’s Mood and Anxiety Ambulatory Services
CAMH’s Mood and Anxiety Ambulatory Services provide outpatient services to clients with mood and anxiety disorders.
Hard Feelings TO
Hard Feelings is an innovative, welcoming community of professional counsellors who provide low-cost services and support. Online store sells carefully curated books and resources to help build and sustain stronger mental health.
Hope for Wellness Help Line
The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada.Experienced and culturally competent Helpline counsellors. If asked, counsellors can also work with you to find other wellness supports that are available near you. Phone and chat counselling is available in English and French. On request, phone counselling is also available in: Cree, Ojibway, and Inuktitut. 1-855-242-3310
ONTARIO PSYCHOTHERAPY REFERRAL DIRECTORY
Members of the Ontario Psychotherapy and Counselling Referral Directory provide in-depth psychotherapy and counseling strategies
Hope + Me
For nearly four decades, Hope + Me has been helping people diagnosed with mood disorders along with their families and friends. Fear and uncertainty surround mood disorders, which is why we believe in the transformative power of peer support.
BounceBack
A free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness.
Grief Stories
“Helping grief make sense.” Grief Stories HEALS by mobilizing the power of community through sharing stories that help those in grief feel Hopeful for healing, Empowered to cope, Accepted as normal in their grief, Less alone in their experience and Supported to share their own story.
Crystal H. Clarke
BSW, MSW, RSW, Psychoanalytic Candidate
Virtual & in-person service options available. I am an individual and family therapist for children, adolescents, and adults with over 15 years of experience in the areas of family social work, and mental health. In my work with individuals and families I strive to provide a supportive and containing space where together we can explore, reflect upon, and work through those areas of difficulty in your life.
Aly Bird
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MScPl
Specializes in Grief, Anxiety and Life Transitions: I with clients who have experienced the death of someone important in their life (that could be a spouse, partner, parent, child, friend or someone else). I would be honoured to work with you during your most challenging of moments. And all of you is welcome in the therapy room; Snot, tears, laughter – whatever shape you and grief take day by day.
Toronto Mental Health Resources List – City of Toronto
Support is available. At the beginning of the pandemic, the City of Toronto partnered with 13 organizations to help connect residents to free telephone, text and online mental health support during the COVID-19 pandemic. On April 16, 2021 the City announced partnerships with an additional 18 organizations to ensure that residents have increased access to mental health resources.
Lighthouse Grieving Services for Kids
At Lighthouse, we offer free support for the entire family as each person navigates their unique journey through grief, loss, and change. Here you will find support, resources, and connections for each family member.
The Good Stuff: Discover Your Personal Pathway to Envisioning Your Best Self by Kelly Probyn-Smith
This guide tailors the application to your life experiences. It can be endlessly expanded upon as you choose, and gives you almost infinite flexibility within a structured outline. It helps you build a wealth of good experiences to draw from when the chips are down. If you are ready to begin a journey to increased well-being through a more positive outlook then scroll up and click the buy button. Enjoy your journey!
What’s Up Walk-In
Walk-in counselling sessions are available by phone and video.
Monday to Friday 9:30 am – 7:00 pm
Call Mental Health TO at 1-866-585-MHTO (6486) to connect to a counselor
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