Resources
Mental health resources and crisis support
Finding the right support can feel overwhelming. This page includes crisis resources, community supports, and helpful referrals for people looking for mental health support in Ontario.
If you are in immediate danger or need urgent support, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency department.

Immediate Support
Crisis Text Line Canada
Text HOME to 741741
Talk Suicide Canada
Call 1-833-456-4566 (24/7)
Text 45645 (4pm – midnight)
Kids Help Phone
Call 1-800-668-6868
Text 686868
2SLGBTQ+ Support
Call 1-855-87PRIDE
Mental Health & Community Support
ConnexOntario
Call 1-866-531-2600
Mental health and addiction support
ConnexOntario Text Support
Text CONNEX to 247247
Mental health and addiction support
Hope for Wellness
Support for Indigenous peoples
Call 1-855-242-3310
Trans Lifeline
Call 1-877-330-6366
LGBTQ+ YouthLine
Call 1-800-268-9688
NEDIC Eating Disorder Helpline
Call 1-866-633-4220
Substance Use
Pinewood Addictions Crisis Line
Call 1-888-881-8878
Harm Reduction: New Direction Clinic
Call 905-579-4990
540 King St W, Unit 1A, Oshawa, ON L1J 7J1
Email: newdirectionoshawa@gmail.com
Couples Counselling
Ekaterina Kapoustina R.P.
Works exclusively with couples with varying relationship concerns.
Area of focus: Emotionally-Focused Therapy, also known as EFT.
Book a free 20-minute consult via website.
Website: www.ekaterinakapoustina.ca
Email: info@ekaterinakapoustina.ca
Recommended Watch
Mike Shoreman's Ted Talk
Mike Shoreman’s TED Talk shares an inspiring story about resilience, mental health, social support, and moving through difficult seasons of life.
This resource may be especially meaningful for people looking for encouragement, perspective, and a reminder that support can make a difference.
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