Information on this page & website is not medical advice and is intended for a Canadian audience. For medical advice speak to your physician.
CRISIS SERVICES
Contact your local crisis services or emergency department or call 911.
24 hour support available at:
Canadian Mental Health Association Crisis Services
Local 705-728-5044 Toll Free 1-888-893-8333
SUICIDE PREVENTION
Canada Suicide Prevention Service
1.833.456.4566 Available 24/7/365
PHYSICIAN HEALTH PROGRAMS (PHP)
FIND A PSYCHOTHERAPIST (MD)
Medical Psychotherapy Association of Canada (MDPAC)
Find a Physician who practices medical psychotherapy
www.mdpac.ca Tel: 416.410.6644
CMA WELLNESS CONNECTION
Canadian Medical Association, free group sessions for physicians, medical students/residents
LGBTQ YOUTHLINE
PSYCHOLOGISTS FOR FRONT LINE WORKERS COVID-19
Psychologists donating short term counselling services to front line workers.
EMENTAL HEALTH
Go to www.ementalhealth.ca to find resources near you
SOCIAL WORKERS
Social workers who provide psychotherapy (Barrie ON):
Sylvie Graziani: http://sylviegraziani.com/Home.html
Christina Orfanakos: https://www.gracenorthpsychotherapy.com/
PHYSICIAN SPOUSE/FAMILY - SUPPORT
Hayley Harlock BA MSW: https://www.theflipsidelife.com/about
The mission of TFSL is to foster connection & create a diverse inclusive community that supports physician families through advocacy, education, mentorship and events.
MBSR PROGRAM
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program (MBSR)
-Dr. Heidi Walk http://heidiwalk.com/
-Dr. Emily Queenan https://queenan.ca/mindfulness-based-stress-reduction-mbsr/
-MBSR in Barrie ON https://www.centerforinnerfreedom.com/
MINDFUL SELF-COMPASSION (MSC)
MSC Groups Dr. Heidi Walk http://heidiwalk.com/
DIALECTICAL BEHAVIOUR THERAPY (DBT)
Sheri Van Djik MSW (Newmarket ON): www.sherivandijk.com
Dr. Anita Federici PhD (Midland ON): www.anitafedericiphd.com
EATING DISORDERS
Dr. Anita Federici PhD (Midland ON): www.anitafedericiphd.com
PTSD TREATMENT
Dr. Anita Federici PhD (Midland ON): www.anitafedericiphd.com
CONCUSSION THERAPY
Dr. Shailla Vaidya www.theyogamd.ca
CONNEX ONTARIO
Mental Health, Addiction, Gambling: https://www.connexontario.ca/en-ca/
YOUTH FREE COUNSELLING
What's Up Walk-In Clinic, Toronto area, all virtual appts https://www.whatsupwalkin.ca/
YOUTH LGBTQ2+ FREE WALK-IN
Support for LGBTQ2+ avail online through What's Up Walk-In Clinics Toronto area
GENDER-AFFIRMING PRIMARY CARE
Transition related care, including hormonal therapy and surgical care coordination for transgender & non-binary persons. Dr. Queenan has interest & additional training in transgender medicine, hospice & palliative care, integrative & holistic medicine. More info at queenan.ca
TRANSGENDER INFO & RESOURCES
LOVED ONES LGBTQ2S+
Support for LGBTQ2S+ individuals, families and loved ones https://pflagcanada.ca/
DBT, LGBTQ, TRAUMA COUNSELLING
Help with emotion regulation using Dialectical Behaviour Therapy; support for LGBTQ2S+ youth, trauma support: therapist available online; more info at https://hopestarttherapy.com/
FAMILIES AFFECTED BY ADDICTION
Resources & courses from CAMH to help families support loved ones suffering from substance use problems
OCD TREATMENT
Clinic with online and in-person therapists: ocdnorth.com/
SKIN-PICKING, BODY FOCUSED REPETITIVE BEHAVIOURS (BFRB)
Support for trichotillomania (hair pulling), skin-picking, and other BFRBs at ocdnorth.com
ART (ACTIVE RELEASE THERAPY), CHIROPRACTIC TREATMENT
Dr. Chris Grant located in Barrie Ontario, addresses sports injuries, concussions, back pain etc. Info at: https://www.drchrisgrant.com/
JUNGIAN ANALYSIS
TMJ PAIN/DYSFUNCTION, ORTHOPEDIC DENTISTRY
Dr. Rick (Anil) Soordhar: as a general dentist, he has completed extensive studies in the areas of Orthodontics, Craniofacial (TMJ, Head&Neck) Pain & Implantology (surgery&restoration). Learn more: oasisdentalmilton.com/about-us
FOREST BATHING
Beth Foster will lead you or your group in an adventure for your senses. "Immerse yourself in the quiet calm rejuvenation and healing of a forest" More info: forestbathingwithbeth.com
IMPROVE FOR ANXIETY & HEALTH
"Cam used to be anxious...All the time...It was how he thought he’d always be."
Then improv changed his life and he uses it to help others through Play with Fire Improv and Second City Toronto’s Improv for Anxiety Program. More on Cam Algie: playwithfireimprov.com