Youth Resources – Mental Health
Guelph And Wellington County
The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs
https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/
The Grove provides safe, welcoming spaces where youth can access a variety of mental health and wellness services. There are multiple locations across the region:
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Guelph: 737 Woolwich Street (Main Location)
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Guelph: 50 College Ave W (University of Guelph)
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Guelph: 130 Woodland Glen Dr (YMCA of Three Rivers)
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Fergus: 900 Tower St South, Unit 103
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Palmerston: 390 Main Street East
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Erin: Main Place Youth Center, 10 Thompson Crescent
Each location offers services such as walk-in counseling, substance use counseling, peer-to-peer support, navigation services, career counseling, and youth programming. Operating hours vary by location, so it's advisable to check the specific hub's schedule.
CMHA Waterloo Wellington Services
https://cmhaww.ca/services/children-youth-families/
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Waterloo Wellington offers several programs for youth:
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Youth Outreach: For individuals aged 16 to 24 who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and need mental health support. Services include counseling, basic needs assessment, and assistance in connecting with community resources. I’m
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Brief Service: Provides up to 10 sessions of counseling for children and youth aged 0 to 17 dealing with mental health challenges.
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Youth Mental Health and Justice Counselling: Supports youth aged 12 to 17 who are involved with the criminal justice system and have mental health needs.
To access these services, you can contact Here 24/7 at 1-844-437-3247 or visit the CMHA WW office at 737 Woolwich Street, Guelph.
Homewood Community Addiction Services (CADS)
https://homewoodhealthcentre.com/regional-programs/community-addiction-services/
CADS provides outpatient addiction counselling for individuals and families who are concerned with substance abuse/misuse/addiction issues. Whether you are worried about an alcohol, substance use, overuse of technology, gaming, online shopping and/ or gambling issue, we can help. Our free and confidential program is tailored to meet your individual treatment needs. We provide services in person, virtually or by phone. Offices are located in Guelph and Rural Wellington, including Clifford, Drayton, Erin, Fergus, Palmerston, Mount Forrest, Rockwood. Youth and Family members, for problem gambling services call 519-835-5733 ext. 32396. Adult Substance use call HERE 24/7 at 1-844-437-3247.
Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis
This organization offers a 24-hour crisis line providing confidential support to individuals who have experienced abuse or are in crisis. They also offer referrals to additional services. The crisis line can be reached at 519-836-5710 or 1-800-265-7233.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Guelph (BBBSG)
https://bigbrothersbigsisters.ca/
Our no-cost mentoring programs strive to reach young people (aged 5-16) who face adversity and need an additional supportive relationship. Big Brothers Big Sisters agencies formally match young people with an adult volunteer Mentor. Phone: (519) 824-5154
Good2Talk
https://good2talk.ca/
Free, confidential support services for post-secondary students aged 17 to 25 that provides counselling, information and referrals for mental health, addictions and well-being.
Phone 1-866-925-5454
Connex Ontario Mental Health Helpline
www.connexontario.ca/en-ca/
Free and confidential mental health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol, drugs, or gambling, and mental health issues by connecting them with services in their area. Phone 1-866-531-2600
Here 24/7
https://here247.ca/
Here 24/7 is a free, 24/7 support line operating in Guelph, Wellington, and Waterloo regions, offering access to mental health and crisis services. You can reach them at 1-844-437-3247.
9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
A national helpline offering support 24/7.
Call or text 9-8-8 for assistance.
Kids Help Phone
Kids Help Phone is Canada’s only 24/7 e-mental health services offering free multilingual and confidential support to help all young people Feel Out Loud. Provides free and confidential support services. Call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868.
Mind Your Mind
https://mindyourmind.ca/
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, ensuring youth in Canada have access to high quality mental health and wellness information.
One Stop Talk: A virtual walk-in mental health clinic that offers free counseling and therapy to anyone in Ontario over the age of 12. The service is available in multiple languages and offers same-day appointments.
Resources and Information
Mental Health Commission of Canada Suicide Postvention Resources for Canadian Communities
https://mentalhealthcommission.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Suicide-Postvention-Resources-for-Canadian-Communities-EN-2024.pdf
A range of guides, toolkits, websites, and webinars are available for suicide postvention, many of which are low-cost or free.
Mental Health Literacy
https://mentalhealthliteracy.org/
Mental Health Literacy is committed to creating and delivering the highest quality mental health literacy information, research, education and resources. Materials are provided in a variety of mediums that include videos, animations, brochures, e-books, face-to-face training programs, and online training programs. MHL materials are specifically designed to meet the needs of children, youth, young adults, families, educators, community agencies and health care providers.
MindShift CBT App
https://www.anxietycanada.com/resources/mindshift-cbt/
MindShift® CBT uses scientifically proven strategies based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help you learn to relax and be mindful, develop more effective ways of thinking, and use active steps to take charge of your anxiety. A new feature, the Community forum, now enables you to find and offer peer-to-peer support. Watch our brief video on getting started with MindShift CBT
Canadian Center for Mental Health and Sport
https://www.ccmhs-ccsms.ca/education/workshops-en
The CCMHS offers standard workshops and can develop specific content based on clients’ needs (e.g., coaches, athletes, parents, organizations). Topics covered include but are not limited to integration of mental health in coaching practice, wellness, self-care, resilience, stress management and prevention of burnout.
CAMH Game Changers
https://www.camh.ca/GCResources
Co-created with youth to help youth understand more about mental health and well-being, including substance use.
Youth Wellness Quest
https://moodle8.camhx.ca/moodle/course/view.php?id=20
Checklist to support young people experiencing mental health or substance use challenges to identify the kind of help that is right for them.