National Directory for Canadian Families

Mental Health Counselling

Offers counselling for individuals, couples, and families for a variety of mental and non-mental health issues.

Support Groups

COVID19 -- In person, video or phone sessions are available in response to client preferenceTherapy, counselling for individuals, couples and families regardless of religious beliefs, and young parent support services: assist victims of family violence to obtain protection and safety group programs for abused women, children and teens exposed to violence parenting groups for young parents one on one parenting support and supportive counselling life skills and social groups for young parents couple and family therapy trauma counselling psychotherapy for mild to moderate mental health issuesHead office in OshawaSatellite office in Ajax250 Bayly Street W, Unit 22Ajax, ON L1S 3V4AMember Agency of Catholic Charities, a Member Agency of Family Service Ontario, and a Member Agency of Ontario Young Parents Association

Community Mental Health Centers

Provides coordination and case management of community resources, advocacy, emotional support, and guidance to adult individuals with a developmental disability.The Adult Protective Services Worker program (APSW) provides support to those living in the community on their own with little or not significant support.The Adult Family Support Worker program (AFSW) provides support to those living at home with their family.Services include: identification of a person"s needs, strengths, resources, and goals Identification of/and liaison with additional required services Individualized planning service coordination case management and advocacy emotional support and guidance monitoring and follow up

Community Mental Health Centers

COVID19 Support available remotely, call 905-450-1608 ext 112; telephone and virtual psychotherapy, emotional support, crisis intervention, safety planning, risk assessment, and information and referralsCounselling and Support for Individuals, Couples and FamiliesCounselling, educational programs, and support in dealing with a variety of issues, including relationships and family problems, parenting, depression, anxiety, job loss, separation, divorce and new relationships, sexual abuse and childhood trauma, life transitions Violence Against Women Program counselling for male survivors of sexual abuse social reform, public education and advocacyPartner Assault Response12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict support available to victims/partners of offender including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender"s progressWalk-In Counselling Clinics in Brampton and Mississauga (see separate listings)Partner in Safe Centre of PeelCoordinated access to services and supports, including system navigation and wraparound services (see separate listing)Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario

Community Mental Health Centers

COVID19 Support available remotely, call 905-450-1608 ext 112; telephone and virtual psychotherapy, emotional support, crisis intervention, safety planning, risk assessment, and information and referralsCounselling and Support for Individuals, Couples and FamiliesCounselling, educational programs, and support in dealing with a variety of issues, including relationships and family problems, parenting, depression, anxiety, job loss, separation, divorce and new relationships, sexual abuse and childhood trauma, life transitions Violence Against Women Program counselling for male survivors of sexual abuse social reform, public education and advocacyPartner Assault Response12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict support available to victims/partners of offender including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender"s progressWalk-In Counselling Clinics in Brampton and Mississauga (see separate listings)Partner in Safe Centre of PeelCoordinated access to services and supports, including system navigation and wraparound services (see separate listing)Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario

Community Mental Health Centers

COVID19 Support available remotely, call 905-450-1608 ext 112; telephone and virtual psychotherapy, emotional support, crisis intervention, safety planning, risk assessment, and information and referralsCounselling and Support for Individuals, Couples and FamiliesCounselling, educational programs, and support in dealing with a variety of issues, including relationships and family problems, parenting, depression, anxiety, job loss, separation, divorce and new relationships, sexual abuse and childhood trauma, life transitions Violence Against Women Program counselling for male survivors of sexual abuse social reform, public education and advocacyPartner Assault Response12 week group education and counselling program on domestic violence and non-abusive ways of resolving conflict support available to victims/partners of offender including safety planning, referrals to community resources, and information on offender"s progressWalk-In Counselling Clinics in Brampton and Mississauga (see separate listings)Partner in Safe Centre of PeelCoordinated access to services and supports, including system navigation and wraparound services (see separate listing)Member agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario

Youth Addictions

Provides immediate single-session counselling services to adults and youth on a first come, first served basis. Will help people deal with a variety of issues such as abuse, family conflict, stress, grief, depression and anxiety, relationship issues, separation and divorce.   Visit http://www.cfssc.ca for service locations and times

Support Groups

COVID19 Limited in-person services, most counselling services by telephone or on-line; for information call 416-222-0048 or email info@cfstoronto.comIndividual, couple, and family counselling, woman abuse groups, wellness programs, anger management, mentoring programHere to HelpGroup programs for women, and their children 4-16 years focus on the impact of abuse, setting boundaries, and non-violent ways of parenting in partnership with North York Violence Against Women agencies available fall, winter and springHousing Transition Support ProgramCounselling and assistance to women leaving an abusive relationship, in accessing shelter or housing information and referrals to community services such as housing, legal, financial, health, immigration, children"s services, education and employment safety planning and goal settingManaging Emotions ThoughtfullyGroup support and strategies to manage emotions due to traumaRISEDrop-in group includes support, resources and information for women dealing with the impact of intimate partner abuseUnderstanding Abuse8-10 week closed treatment group offered 3 times a year focus on self esteem, safety, understanding the impact of abuse, breaking isolationWomen Helping Women ProgramPeer support for women in counselling, provided by trained volunteer mentors individual support community awareness, speakers

Community Mental Health Centers

COVID19 Limited in-person services, most counselling services by telephone or on-line; for information call 416-921-1163 or email info@cfstoronto.comIndividual, couple and family counselling, and wellness programs counselling for incest and assault victims, survivors and partners of survivors anger management Walk-In Clinic (see separate listing)Mental Health Support Line, 647-249-9059Free, confidential phone or text support, Wed 3 pm-10 pmFamily Life Program Marriage preparation, marriage enrichment, self-confident women groups, and separation and divorce groupsNew Beginnings Ministry Parish based peer support for bereavement, separation and divorceViolence PreventionWoman abuse prevention program, and programs helping men end abuseMember agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario (central region)

Community Mental Health Centers & In person crisis services

This is not a 24-hour crisis service. Persons requesting service will be contacted within two business days of callingCrisis Response Network Coordination provides support to youth or adults age eighteen or older, with a dual diagnosis of developmental disability and mental health needs or challenging behaviour, experiencing a crisis Dual Diagnosis is defined as a co-existing developmental disability and mental health needs and/or challenging behaviours Youth age sixteen and older, with a dual diagnosis, who are involved with the justice system may be eligible to receive up to four months of case management support to assist them within the legal services

Youth Addictions

Network of clinics that provides evidence-based psychological services to children, adolescents, adults of all ages, and couples. Over 50 psychologists and psychological associates who provide care, focusing on: * Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), * Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), * Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) * Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT).

support-groups

Helps connect individuals to local information, support and events. Chapters include: CCB Blind Sports Nova Scotia Chapter CCB Crafts and Hobbies Chapter CCB Faith, Hope and Love Chapter CCB Sydney Curling Chapter CCB Sydney Chapter

support-groups

Provides a space for young adults in the blind and low vision community to stay active, share information and build a strong network.

Support Groups

A parent-driven community group striving to meet the needs of children, youth and young adults who are medically fragile

Community Mental Health Centers

COVID19 Office closed and all in-person groups, classes and sessions cancelled; virtual services available including individual therapy: Child, Youth and Family Program; Anti-Human Trafficking Program; Adult Program including STAIR; call or email for service, or visit website for information----------Therapeutic, education and advocacy services related to interpersonal violence and child sexual assault; individual and group therapy for children, youth, and adults; professional development; speakers bureauChild, Youth and Family ProgramIndividual therapy up to 48 weeks for children and youth 3-18 years, includes psycho-education support for their families/caregivers concerning trauma and trauma responses; ongoing caregiver support and trauma therapy available; follow-up includes family sessionsAnti-Human Trafficking ProgramIndividual therapy up to 48 weeks for children and youth 3-18 years, who have experienced or are at risk of human traffickingAdult Program: Skills Training in Affect and Interpersonal Regulation (STAIR) GroupGroup therapy includes 11-week mixed gender psycho-education to develop practical skills to improve emotional regulation and relationships; foundational component prior to individual therapyGroup Therapist Training ProgramFor professionals working with individuals who have experienced childhood traumaOutreach and Prevention ProgramIncludes information, resources and public presentations to community groups, schools, and professionalsMember agency of Support Services Network for Male Survivors in Ontario