Mental Health Links
Client Support & Crisis Resources
You are not alone. If you’re in immediate danger or experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room right away.
Support is available 24/7 through free, confidential services staffed by caring professionals. These resources are here for everyone—men, women, parents, youth, Indigenous peoples, and people of all backgrounds. Whether you need someone to talk to in a difficult moment or are looking for longer-term support, help is just a call, text, or click away.
If you’re seeking ongoing counselling or coaching, I’m here for you too. Feel free to book a FREE 15-minute Connection Call when you’re ready.
The following is a selection of trusted Canadian, British Columbia, and Alberta-based resources. This is not a comprehensive list, nor an endorsement of all content on the linked websites. Please consult qualified professionals for personalized support.
Immediate Crisis Support
9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline Call or text: 9-8-8 Available 24/7 across Canada for anyone experiencing emotional distress, suicidal thoughts, or a mental health crisis. Visit 988.ca
Kids Help Phone Call: 1-800-668-6868 Text: CONNECT to 686868 24/7 confidential support for youth and young adults across Canada. Visit kidshelpphone.ca
Hope for Wellness Helpline Call: 1-855-242-3310 24/7 culturally grounded support for Indigenous peoples across Canada (online chat also available). Visit hopeforwellness.ca
Relationship & Abuse Support
VictimLinkBC Call or text: 1-800-563-0808 24/7 confidential support for survivors of family violence, intimate partner violence, sexual violence, stalking, and abuse. Visit VictimLinkBC
BC Society of Transition Houses Support, shelter access, safety planning, and resources for women and children fleeing violence. Visit bcsth.ca
Ending Violence Association of BC Resources and support services related to emotional abuse, relationship violence, and recovery. Visit endingviolence.org
Family Violence Info Line (Alberta) Call or text: 310-1818 24/7 confidential support for individuals experiencing family violence or abuse in Alberta. Alberta Family Violence Supports
One Line for Sexual Violence (Alberta) Call or text: 1-866-403-8000 24/7 support for anyone impacted by sexual violence. Visit calgarycasa.com
ShelterSafe Canada Find shelters and women’s support services across Canada. Visit sheltersafe.ca
Mental Health Support
Mental Health Support Line (BC) Call: 310-6789 (no area code needed) 24/7 emotional support, information, and referrals throughout British Columbia.
HealthLink BC Dial: 8-1-1 Speak with a registered nurse, pharmacist, dietitian, or health navigator anytime. Visit healthlinkbc.ca
BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services Provincial programs, services, and referrals. Visit bcmhsus.ca
Here to Help BC Trusted mental health education and self-help resources created by professionals in British Columbia. Visit heretohelp.bc.ca
Alberta Mental Health Helpline Call: 1-877-303-2642 24/7 confidential support, crisis intervention, and referrals. Alberta Health Services
Distress Centre Calgary Call: 403-266-4357 24/7 crisis and emotional support. Visit distresscentre.com
Access Mental Health (Calgary) Mental health intake, assessment, and referrals. Alberta Health Services
Canadian Mental Health Association (Alberta Divisions) Community supports, education, peer support, and local programs. Visit alberta.cmha.ca
Parenting & Family Support
FamilySmart Support and education for families navigating child and youth mental health challenges. Visit familysmart.ca
BC Council for Families Parenting support, workshops, education, and family wellness resources. Visit bccf.ca
Triple P Parenting Canada Evidence-based positive parenting strategies and tools. Visit triplep-parenting.ca
Indigenous Supports
KUU-US Indigenous Crisis Line Adult/Elder Line: 250-723-4050 Youth Line: 250-723-2040 Toll-Free: 1-800-588-8717 24/7 culturally supportive crisis services for Indigenous individuals. Visit kuu-uscrisisline.com
Hope for Wellness Helpline Call: 1-855-242-3310 (online chat available) National Indigenous mental wellness support, 24/7. Visit hopeforwellness.ca
Professional Associations & Ethical Standards
I am committed to ethical, accountable, and client-centred care. I maintain active membership with the following professional associations:
Association of Cooperative Counselling Therapists of Canada (ACCT) Visit acctcounsellor.com
Association of Counselling Therapy of Alberta (ACTA) Visit acta-alberta.ca
A Gentle Reminder
Reaching out for support takes courage, and you don’t have to face difficult seasons alone. Whether you are healing from trauma, navigating relationship challenges, supporting your family, or simply wanting to feel more like yourself again, help is available.
Current clients: You can book or reschedule appointments through my Jane App link at the top of the page.
New visitors: I invite you to book a free 15-minute Connection Call so we can explore how I might best support you.
I’m rooting for you.
Please feel free to reach out anytime if you need a different resource or would like to connect. You can email me directly at sheri@sherileewellness.com.