Mental Health
Last updated/reviewed: October 8, 2024
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide or experiencing a psychiatric crisis, call 9-1-1 or visit your nearest emergency department.
World Mental Health Day is October 10 annually. Learn more from the World Health Organization.
You are not alone! Whether you’re experiencing poor mental health or symptoms of a mental illness, there are resources in our community where you can get help.
Supports
If you are having thoughts of suicide or are worried about someone you know, call or text 9-8-8 to get help without judgement. Available in English or French, 24/7.
- Hope for Wellness Help Line
1-855-242-3310
Immediate counselling & crisis intervention for Indigenous peoples. Offered in: Cree, Ojibway, Inuktitut, English, & French - Kawartha Sexual Assault Centre
705-741-0260
Support for individuals of recent or historical sexual assault - Talk Suicide
1-833-456-4566 or text 45645 (open 4pm to midnight)
Toll-free, 24.7 support for people with concerns about suicide - Domestic Abuse Helplines
- Distress and Crisis Ontario
Find a local centre to provide a listening ear. Online chat available 2:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
- Canadian Mental Health Association HKPR
705-748-6711 or 1-866-990-9956
Various services and programs for those with mental health concerns - Talk Now Mental Health & Addictions Clinic
705-876-5826
Chat to a mental health professional Monday to Friday, 8:30am-3:30pm - Community Counselling and Resources Centre (CCRC)
705-743-2272
Short- to mid-term therapy with geared-to-income fees. - Mental Health Services, Adult Outpatient Program (PRHC)
705-876-5028
Treatment for those 18+ who are living with serious and persistent mental illness - Telecare Distress Centre
705-745-2273 (24 hours)
Confidential listening for anyone in need - Elizabeth Fry Society of Peterborough
705-749-6809
Peer support, virtual programs on relationships and emotions - Your Primary Health Care Provider
May be able to provide treatment and support or provide a referral.
Not What I Expected (In-Person Postpartum Support Group)
Talk about your experiences with challenges in the postpartum period, discuss coping strategies, and meet other Moms. Organized by Peterborough Child and Family Centres 705-740-8020, ext. 315
Online Postpartum Support Group
For individuals who are experiencing symptoms of postpartum anxiety, postpartum depression, and/or or would like support with coping with a newborn. This group meets virtually using Microsoft Teams. 416-756-6000
Mother Matters
An 8-week online support group run by the Mental Health Program at Women’s College Hospital for women with mood/adjustment challenges following the birth of their baby. Takes place on a confidential discussion board. mothermatters@wchospital.ca
Lynx Early Psychosis Intervention Program
An early psychosis intervention program that helps people who are experiencing a first episode of psychosis get their lives back on track and stay well. Serves people between the ages of 14-35. 705-876-5071
Postpartum Support International
Promotes awareness, prevention and treatment of mental health issues in pregnancy and postpartum.
- Kinark Child and Family Services
705-742-3803
Brief services, crisis support, family support, and other services for youth & families - Family and Youth Clinic, Children/Adolescent Outpatient Program (PRHC)
705-876-5116
Urgent care clinic, family & youth clinic, and eating disorder clinic for ages 0-18yrs - Peterborough Youth Services
705-743-1681
Counselling & support for people aged 10-18 and their families - One Stop Talk (online)
Connect with a counsellor and resources, for youth aged 0-18yrs - Good2Talk (phone/text)
1-866-925-5454 or text “GOODTOTALKON” to 686868
Counselling and referrals for post-secondary students - Kids Help Phone (phone/text)
1-800-668-6868
Multilingual counselling for children and youth
- Psychogeriatric Assessment Service for the Elderly (PASE) (PRHC)
Mental health assessment, consultation and education services forages 65+. Requires referral by a physician or nurse practitioner. - Geriatric Assessment and Intervention Network (GAIN) (PRHC)
705-876-5021
Assess memory, thinking, balance, mobility, medication review, and caregiver support to strengthen capacity for older adults to live independently at home (including retirement residences). Patients and families can self-refer. - Mental Health Later in Life multilingual handouts (CAMH)
- Togetherall
Self-guided support in a 24/7 online community - BounceBack
Phone coaching & online videos for adults 15+ to manage low mood, depression, anxiety, stress, or worry - Breaking Free Online
Supports wellness around substance use. Use code CAPSA2020 to sign in - ConnexOntario
Mental health, addictions, and gambling help line
- Hope for Wellness Help Line
1-855-242-3310
Immediate counselling & crisis intervention for Indigenous peoples. Offered in: Cree, Ojibway, Inuktitut, English, & French
- Wellness Together Canada
Text WELLNESS to 741741
Online resources, tools, and counselling over the phone
- Various Mental Health & Wellness Workshops (PFHT)
705-740-8020
In-person and virtual programs for residents surrounding topics of mental health - DepressionHurts.ca
Discussion forums, activities, and resources to learn about mood disorders - Mental Illness & Addiction Index (CAMH)
Clear, reliable information about mental illnesses and addiction
Didn’t find what you’re looking for?
- Health Connect Ontario is available 24/7 to provide health advice from a registered nurse or connection to health services/information. Call 8-1-1 or chat online.
- 211 Ontario provides information 24/7 on government and community-based social services. Call 2-1-1 or chat online.
- The Government of Canada maintains a list of mental health services available for the general public, First Nations & Inuit communities, veterans, Canadian Armed Forces members & families, and federal employees.