You can use this list of resources if you are in crisis between sessions. You can also use it if I am away on vacation and you need to connect with someone.
If you are experiencing a mental health emergency please contact 911, 988 or go to your nearest emergency room.
If you are thinking about suicide you can call or text 988 24/7.
For Individuals:
Name: Telehealth Ontario
Description: For mental health advice and non-crisis information across Ontario
Phone Number: 1 866-797-0000
Name: Ottawa Distress Centre
Description: 24/7 crisis calls for the Ottawa area
Phone Number: 613-238-3311
Website: https://www.dcottawa.on.ca/
Name: Distress and Crisis Ontario
Description: If you live outside of the Ottawa area. Find a Distress Line that serves you.
Website: https://www.dcontario.org/
For those experiencing IPV:
Name: Shelter Safe
Description: Provides a list of shelters and IPV services in your area and the services they provide
Website: www.sheltersafe.ca
For Youth:
Name: Youth Services Bureau
Description: 24/7 crisis calls, text and online chat for youth under 18 in the Ottawa Area
Phone Number: 613-260-2360
Website: www.ysb.ca
Name: Kids Help Phone
Description: National hotline for youth in crisis
Phone Number: 1-800-668-6868
Website: https://kidshelpphone.ca/
