AHS – Help in Tough Times Resource

Below is a list of no-cost resources in the Edmonton area and Alberta that can supplement private practice therapy. 

1. Crisis and Immediate Support

  • Mental Health Helpline (Alberta Health Services)
    • Phone: 1-877-303-2642 (24/7)
    • Service: Confidential support, information, and referrals for mental health concerns.
  • Addiction Helpline (Alberta Health Services)
    • Phone: 1-866-332-2322 (24/7)
    • Service: Confidential support, information, and referrals for addiction concerns.
  • Distress Line (Canadian Mental Health Association, Edmonton)
    • Phone: 780-482-4357 (24/7)
    • Service: Confidential crisis support and information on community resources.
  • Access 24/7 (Alberta Health Services)
    • Location: 10959 102 St NW, Edmonton, AB
    • Phone: 780-424-2424
    • Service: Immediate support for mental health and addiction concerns, including crisis intervention and referrals.

2. Counselling Services

  • Drop-In Single Session Counselling (The Family Centre)
    • Locations: Various locations across Edmonton
    • Website: Drop-In Counselling – The Family Centre
    • Service: No-cost, single-session counselling available on a drop-in basis.
  • Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton (SACE)
    • Phone: 780-423-4102
    • Website: SACE Edmonton
    • Service: Free counselling, support groups, and resources for survivors of sexual violence.
  • Momentum Counselling
    • Location: 6325 Gateway Blvd #132, Edmonton, AB 
    • Phone: 780-757-0900
    • Website: Momentum Counselling
    • Service: Non profit mental health counselling agency, offering social work services, support groups and counsellling. 

3. Online and Virtual Support

  • Togetherall
    • Website: Togetherall
    • Service: Anonymous, online peer-to-peer mental health support community, available 24/7.

4. Specialized Support

  • Pride Centre of Edmonton
    • Phone: 780-488-3234
    • Website: Pride Centre of Edmonton
    • Service: Support services and resources for LGBTQ2S+ individuals, including mental health support.
  • Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Edmonton
    • Website: CMHA Edmonton
    • Service: Programs including peer support, wellness recovery action planning (WRAP), and mental health education.

5. Community Information and Referrals

  • 211 Alberta
    • Phone: 211 (Available 24/7)
    • Website: 211 Alberta

Service: Connects individuals with community and social services, including mental health resources.