Mental Health / Counselling

An information hub containing mental health tools and resources for school professionalsmore info

The transition between youth and adulthood can be overwhelming for those who may face new experiences, challenges, and pressures. OpenMindBC.ca presents a valuable resource for physicians, parents, teachers, and youth to learn more about the support services that are available in British Columbia and across Canada.more info

The PiR acts as a navigator and support for families of children and young people and the YiR acts as a navigator and support for young people and both roles work with systems to enhance services and find solutions where challenges may exist. The roles also promote the sharing of mental health information to families and youth to promote prevention and early intervention of mental health challenges.more info

The generosity of our funders and sponsors lets us present our award-winning show FREE to schools across the entire province. Each year we reach tens of thousands of youth audience members with a message helping them to spot and stop psychosis early.more info

START Team-Fraser East
Provides confidential crisis intervention services to children and teens 6-18 years of age who are in acute mental health crisis. Services include mental health and risk assessment, safety planning, short term individual or group therapy, resource and referral coordination, and family support.

A mental Health crisis is a rapid onset or change (in the past 2-4 weeks) of extreme mental health symptoms resulting in the child/teen being unable to participate in their typical daily activities or relationships. Mental health crisis may include: self-harming, suicidal thoughts or attempts, intense anxiety or depression, distorted thinking, or high risk of significantly harming others.
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Interactive website with information on depression, the documentary Beyond the Blues: Child & Youth Depression, and self-help kitsmore info

This page is a collection of resources for families and teens in mental health emergency situations. What is a mental health emergency? Like any health emergency, a mental health emergency is a life threatening situation. It is often characterized by an individual’s intent to do harm to themselves or someone else.more info

A comprehensive and evidence-based mental health literacy resource for educatorsmore info

A comprehensive and evidence-based mental health literacy resource for health providersmore info

Being healthy means dealing with the changes in your body - and your mind. Find information on how to sort it all out. more info