Emotional 

Resources:

• Wellness Together Canada - Mental health is a journey, not a destination. Access support and track your progress.

• •  Accessible 24/7

  •  No fees, ever

  •  Online self-assessment

• CMHA - provides several supports for youth aged 12-25

  • Bounce Back - a free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). It is designed to help adults and youth 15+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness. 

• Here to Help - York Hills offers free immediate access to single session counselling from a mental health professional. They are available to children, youth (0-18) and their parents, caregiver or adult supporters. The single session assists in developing a plan that will help you move forward with the issue(s) you have raised.

• York Support Services Network - provides supports to youth 16 years of age and older ...struggling with a mental health need and/or addiction, or have a dual diagnosis 

• Walk-in Counselling -  single session counselling for individuals, couples or families. The focus of a single session will be on creating a short-term plan that will make a difference right away, using the strengths, resources, and supports you have right now. Your single session can also be used for a consultation or for system navigation

• Hong Fook Mental Health Association strives to address the mental health concerns of the Cambodian, Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin), Korean and Vietnamese communities.  Priority provided for Chinese speakers ages 12-25 years 

• Guided meditations 

  • 10 Minute Sleep Meditation

  • Relaxation & Sleep Meditation 

  • 5 Minute Positive Thoughts Meditation

  • Meditation for Self-Esteem/Acceptance & Anxiety Reduction

Apps:

Calm - a meditation and relaxation aid ...lower stress, reduce anxiety, and get a more restful sleep with guided meditations, Sleep Stories, breathing programs, masterclasses, and relaxing music. 

What's Up - uses techniques from both Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance Commitment Therapy to help users cope with mental-health issues like anxiety, depression, and anger.