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OYA has programs available for youth in grades 7-12 to socialize, connect with youth workers, and try new activities.
They run a free program called Prism for LGBTQ2SIA+ and Allies to have a safe space in their community to discuss specific LGBTQ2SIA+ topics and meet other youth! They run a Teen Drop In (Grades 7-12) Tuesday, Thursday and Friday evenings. For more information or to register please visit o-ya.ca or email [email protected]. |
Other Peer Connections and Support
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YouthNet/RéseauAdo (YNRA) is a for-youth-by-youth mental health promotion and intervention organization (part of the Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario - CHEO) that offers services in both French and English.
YNRA offers a variety of programs and services for youth ages 13-20 in the national capital region to learn about mental health, reduce stigma, and engage in healthy activities to promote positive coping strategies, build strong support networks and encourage reaching out for help. For more information please visit www.ynra.ca or contact us directly at [email protected] or 613-286-0019. |
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Virtual Transcend Youth Group for gender diverse, trans, non-binary, and questioning youth ages 11-17 on the last Monday of every month. Contact [email protected] for more information.
The Around the Rainbow program offers peer support groups (virtually during COVID) for parents and caregivers of gender diverse, trans and non-binary children of all ages. https://familyservicesottawa.org/services/around-the-rainbow/ |
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Hopewell offers various support groups (virtual options) to youth and their families who have struggled with eating disorders. Please visit www.hopewell.ca/programs-offered or email [email protected] for more information. There is a small cost for some of the groups, but if the fee is a barrier please reach out to discuss alternative options.
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YoungWomynProject: (Ages 14-24) Access to counselling, peer led support groups, and advocacy for young survivors of sexual assault. Call or text 613-868-4340 for more information or visit www.SASCOttawa.com
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Up to Age 29 Phone: 4PM – 9:30PM (Monday and Tuesday only), at 1-800-268-9688 Text: 4PM – 9:30PM (Sunday to Friday), at 647-694-4275 Chat: 4PM – 9:30PM (Sunday to Friday) at youthline.ca E-mail support: [email protected] At YouthLine, all our HelpLine volunteers are trained peer supporters aged 16-29, coming from a diversity of 2SLGBTQ+ identities and lived experiences. Some common things people call, text, or chat us to talk about include:
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Trans Lifeline
All Ages Phone: 877-330-6366 (24 / 7) Trans Lifeline’s Hotline is a peer support phone service run by trans people for our trans and questioning peers. Call us if you need someone trans to talk to, even if you’re not in crisis or if you’re not sure you’re trans. |
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Free short-term counselling for youth (12-17) and adults residing in their catchment. To find out if you live in this catchment, click here. For more information about NROCRC's counselling, please call 613-596-5626 (ext. 249 for adults or ext. 308 for youth) or email [email protected] or [email protected].
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Other Counselling Services (free)
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Free 45-90 minute phone or video counselling session with no wait list. To book an appointment visit counsellingconnect.org
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Ages 16+. Clients younger than 16 can be seen with their parents/guardian.
The Walk-In Counselling Clinic offers confidential, single-session counselling services on a first come, first served basis. Sessions are typically 1.5h in length and can help you connect with other local services. It’s a mobile service which accommodates in-person and virtual sessions. Anyone can access virtual services at any of the listed sites. The date/time determines which number to call: • Tuesdays 12pm-8pm or Saturdays 12pm-5pm (call 613-725-3601 or 613-755-2277) hosted by Family Services Ottawa • Tuesdays 12pm-6:30pm (call 613-737-5115 or 613-755-2277) hosted by Somerset West CHC (Mandarin and English) • Tuesdays 12pm-6:30pm (call 613-238-8210 or 613-755-2277) hosted by South-East Ottawa CHC (Arabic, Spanish and English) • Wednesdays 12pm-8pm or Sundays 12pm-5pm (call 613-722-2225 or 613-755-2277) hosted by JFS • Wednesdays 1pm-6pm (call 613-584-3358 or 613-755-2277) hosted by North Renfrew Family Services in Deep River • Wednesdays 12pm-8pm (call 613-722-2225 or 613-233-4443 ext. 2109) hosted by Centretown CHC (English and French) • Thursdays, 1pm-8pm (call 613-932-4610 or 613-755-2277) hosted by Inspire Community Support Services in Cornwall (English and French) • Thursdays 12pm-8pm or Fridays 12pm-5pm (call 613-233-8478 or 613-755-2277) hosted by CFS|SFC Ottawa (French and English) • Thursdays 1:30pm-8pm (call 613-596-5626 or 613-755-2277) hosted by Nepean Rideau Osgoode Community Resource Centre (Arabic and English) • Thursdays 11:30am-6pm (call 1-844-441-0981 or 613-755-2277) hosted by Renfrew County |
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Wabano is an indigenous led organization that offers counselling and peer support to Ottawa's indigenous community. For more information please visit wabano.com or call 613-748-0657
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Counselling for survivors of sexual violence ages 16 and up. Available virtually or in person in downtown Ottawa. Visit orcc.net to fill out an intake form. Currently a 6-month waitlist but still accepting new clients.
They also provide Chat & Text support for Survivors of Sexual Violence. Available 12pm-12am, 7 days a week. Text: 6135446424 or chat with them here. |
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Access to counselling (on-going support/20 weeks or emergency response/up to 3 sessions) peer led support groups, and advocacy for survivors of sexual assault ages 14+. Call or text 613-868-4340 for more information or visit SASCottawa.com
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Walk-in/Talk-in counselling clinic is open every Tuesday from noon-8pm and every Saturday from noon-5pm. To speak to a counsellor during these hours please phone 613-725-3601 and dial 0 to speak to the receptionist.
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Free, short-term cognitive behavioural therapy for adults (18+) experiencing depression, anxiety, OCD, and/or PTSD. Speak to your family doctor to request a referral to this service.
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Counselling walk in clinic, ages 12-20 (or parents/caregivers), Tuesdays (300-1355 Bank St) and Thursdays (2225 Mer Bleue Rd) noon-8pm (last session at 6pm). Call to set up an appointment: 613-562-3004. After your initial visit, you may be referred to continued individual or family counselling at YSB.
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Other Counselling Supports (paid)
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https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/therapists
Browse Psychology Today's extensive directory of the best Therapists, Psychologists and Counselors near you. Optional search criteria includes: Issues, Insurance, Gender, Types of Therapy, Age, Price, Sexuality, Language & Faith. |
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https://www.ementalhealth.ca/
Browse a directory of mental health services, help and support in Ottawa. An initiative of CHEO. |
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Counselling walk in clinic, ages 12-20 (or parents/caregivers), Tuesdays (300-1355 Bank St) and Thursdays (2225 Mer Bleue Rd) noon-8pm (last session at 6pm). Call to set up an appointment: 613-562-3004. After your initial visit, you may be referred to continued individual or family counselling at YSB.
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Support groups and one on one support for parents of youth (up to age 25) experiencing mental health challenges. Phone help line: 613-321-3211 (Monday to Friday 9am-7pm). |
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Family counselling is available for parents and their children. For more information please visit familyservicesottawa.org.
Parenting courses and seminars are available to help parents navigate a variety of issues including separation, anger management, and discipline. For more information please contact [email protected] or call 613-725-3601 ext. 108. |
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If you are under the age of 21, you can book a phone appointment to meet with a counsellor to help you navigate the system and connect you to the mental health resources you need by visiting 1call1click.ca or by calling 613-260-2360/1-877-377-7775 (9am-5pm). |
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You can book a phone appointment to meet with a counsellor to help you navigate the system and connect you to the mental health resources you need by visiting www.accessmha.ca (ages 16+). |