Mental Health Resources
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Psychologists' Association of Alberta
The Psychologists' Association of Alberta has an AMAZING resource right now for Albertans who are trying to cope, maybe missing their therapy appointments because of social distancing or have lost their benefits from being laid off. They want you to know that you are not alone and you can receive pro-bono support from volunteer psychologists for up to 3 sessions.
Phone: (780) 424-0294 or Toll Free: 1-888-424-0297
Email: paa@paa-ab.ca
Kid's Help Phone
Kids Help Phone is a national charity that operates three counselling centres and offers community engagement initiatives through staff and volunteers across Canada. We have an incredible team who is dedicated to supporting youth mental heath in Canada.
Text for Support
Text CONNECT to 686868
Phone for Support
1-800-668-6868 - You can reach a Kids Help Phone counsellor 24/7.
Live Chat
Click Here - Currently open daily from 10:00pm to 5:00am MST.
Calgary Distress Centre
Distress Centre Calgary (DCC) has provided 24 hour crisis support in Calgary and southern Alberta since 1970. They do this through their 24 hour crisis line, email, daily chat, and daily text for our youth. Free services.
Canadian Mental Health Association - Calgary
Their main office is closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, but their peer support and counselling services are still available and can be reached by phone or email.
Suicide Bereavement & Family Support Counselling
Phone: 403-297-1708
Email: counsellingintake@cmha.calgary.ab.ca
Peer Support
Phone: 403-297-1402
Email: peer@cmha.calgary.ab.ca