Mental Health & Counselling Resources

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health http://www.camh.net/
Clinical help and research information and assistance on range of mental health and addiction issues. Referral, counseling, medical care, and educational information available.

Canadian Mental Health Association http://www.cmha.ca/
Provides support and advocacy around mental health issues. Local chapters available in many communities.

Toronto Distress Centre http://www.torontodistresscentre.com/
Provides 24 hour crisis support by telephone as well as in-person counseling for those dealing with traumatic loss.

Family Services of Toronto familyservicetoronto.org/
Offers supports and services for families and individuals ranging from mental health supports, family counselling, housing supports, and 2SLGBTQIA+ services. 

Good2Talk https://good2talk.ca/
Provides crisis support and information about mental health service and support for post-secondary students in Ontario.

Gerstein Centre http://gersteincentre.org/
Can provide telephone and mobile, in-person crisis support for individuals in need of urgent mental health or substance use related support services.

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Professional Organizations

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers http://www.ocswssw.org/
For more information about the code of ethics and standards of practice for registered social workers. Also, information about making a complaint about a registered member.

Law Society of Ontario  https://lso.ca/
Offers a lawyer referral service, lists of certified specialists, and information for the public with questions or concerns about a member of the legal profession in Ontario.

Legal Aid Ontario http://www.legalaid.on.ca/
Information and assistance on access to justice for low-income Ontario residents and members of disadvantaged communities.