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Mental Health Community Resources

Feeling overwhelmed or just need someone to talk to? You're not alone, and support is available! Check out these resources and find what works for you. 

Need urgent support? These resources and crisis lines can help.

1 Call 1 Click

For youth aged 0-21 and their families

Talk to someone and get referred to mental health resources, programs and services that meet your needs. Support is just 1 call or 1 click away.

Crossroads Children’s Mental Health Centre

For children under 12 and their parents/caregivers

Mental health support, including quick access counselling, in-home services, intensive/wraparound care, and infant and early childhood mental health.

Youth Services Bureau (YSB)

For youth aged 12-18 (crisis support available for ages 0-18)

Comprehensive mental health, employment, emergency housing and crisis support. A walk-in clinic is offered 2 days a week to provide immediate support and connections to further services.

  • Website: ysb.ca 
  • Phone: 613-562-3004 (info) or 613-260-2360 (crisis)

Parents' Lifelines of Eastern Ontario (PLEO)

For parents/caregivers of children and youth under 25

Peer support for parents/caregivers of young people facing mental health challenges, including a helpline, support groups and mobile 1:1 support. 

Counselling Connect

Free virtual counselling through community care providers in Ottawa. Book directly by choosing the type of counselling that meets your needs. Access 1-3 appointments and get help finding additional support if needed.

Additional Resources

Visit the OCDSB Mental Health Resources page for additional resources, including supports specific to those from various cultural backgrounds, identities and lived experiences.