Need help now? More If you need someone to talk to don’t hesitate to reach out. These resources are free and confidential. If one doesn’t work for you, don’t give up. Try another. Kids Help Phone counsellors are available 24/7. Text TALK to 686868 Call 1-800-668-6868 Chat with a trained volunteer online Youthspace trained volunteers are available 6pm-12am PST Text a trained volunteer at (778) 783-0177 Chat with a trained volunteer online Crisis Text Line is available 24/7 in Canada and US Text Text HOME to 741741 Facebook Chat with a trained volunteer
Kids Help Phone counsellors are available 24/7. Text TALK to 686868 Call 1-800-668-6868 Chat with a trained volunteer online
Youthspace trained volunteers are available 6pm-12am PST Text a trained volunteer at (778) 783-0177 Chat with a trained volunteer online
Crisis Text Line is available 24/7 in Canada and US Text Text HOME to 741741 Facebook Chat with a trained volunteer
Services in your area Visit Kids Help Phone’s Resources Around Me Contact your local CMHA Find out what services your local Mood Disorders Association offers For any U.S.-based friends out there, head to Born This Way Foundation's Get Help page.
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In an emergency: This is not a site for personal disclosure of mental health distress, suicidal thoughts or behaviours. If you are in crisis, please call a helpline, 9-1-1 or emergency services or go to your nearest emergency department for assistance. If someone’s thoughts or behaviours threaten the safety of themselves or others, then this is what’s called a mental health crisis. Call a helpline, 9-1-1 or emergency services. If someone has recently hurt themselves, but is no longer in danger, follow Be There’s Golden Rules and connect them to resources in their area.