We understand that facing mental health challenges or struggling with an addiction can be overwhelming. If you are feeling anxious, stressed, sad, alone or unsure of where to turn for help, know that you are not alone. We are here to support you on your journey and connect you with local resources in our community.
Our service is free, safe and confidential. Call to connect with a friendly member of our team at 519-257-5437 (KIDS).
We can help if you’re feeling:
- Anxious or worried
- Lonely or isolated
- Depressed, hopeless or negative
- Having difficulty concentrating
- Feeling unlike their usual self
- Having unusual or addictive behaviour
- Feeling like they can’t relax
- Having concerns at school
Additional resources for youth:
One Stop Talk is a free, confidential service that lets children and youth under 18 years of age get immediate mental health support with a registered therapist. Call 1-855-416-TALK (8255) or connect online from anywhere in Ontario.
The Be Safe App is a free mobile app designed to support young people in reaching our during a crisis. It helps you to create a safety plan, find local resources for support and learn how to be safe in a mental health or substance use crisis. Be safe is available on both Apple and Android devices. It does not replace professional clinical advise or emergency services, but looks to support users in navigating and selecting the most appropriate services when and where they need them most.
The Youth Wellness Hub Windsor-Essex offers free support services to youth ages 12 to 25 and their families without a waitlist or referral. This integrated model of care allows for a multitude of services, including counselling, life skill groups, wellness events, and system navigation, all under one roof in a youth-friendly space. There are locations in Windsor, Leamington and Amherstburg.
Kids Help Phone is a 24/7 confidential e-mental health service offering free, multilingual and confidential support to help all young people Feel Out Loud. Need help now? Start a confidential conversation with a real person you can trust: Call 1-800-668-6868 or Text "CONNECT" to 686868.
mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet. We work with young people aged 14 to 29 to co-create interactive tools and innovative resources to build capacity and resilience.