Resources

Local and provincial services supporting individuals and families with mental health concerns.

Free & Low-Cost Therapy

Virtual appointments through UBC Okanagan’s psychology clinic — no referral needed.

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Government directory of free or low-cost counselling and virtual mental health support groups across BC.

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Interior Health’s regional mental health and substance use programs for adults.

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Counselling and support during pregnancy and the postpartum period through Interior Health.

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Free single-session counselling and referrals for post-secondary students across BC.

1-877-857-3397Visit here2talk.ca →

Talk with a counsellor online through Foundry — free support for young people across BC.

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Mental health services for children and youth in the Central Okanagan region.

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Crisis Lines & Emergency Services
If you are in immediate danger, call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

24hr Suicide Hotline

1-800-784-2433
1-800-SUICIDE

Emergency Interior Health Crisis Line

1-888-353-2273
1-888-353-CARE · 24/7

After-Hours Mental Health Outreach

(250) 212-8533
Available 4pm – 11pm

Crisis / Suicide Line (Local)

(250) 763-9191

Crisis Centre Online Chat

crisiscentrechat.ca
Daily, noon – 1:00am

Kids’ Help Phone

1-800-668-6868
Ages 5–20 · always open

Kelowna Child & Youth Mental Health

(250) 861-7301

Seniors Distress Line

604-872-1234
Always open

RCMP

911 or (250) 762-3300
Indigenous & Métis Support

24-hour crisis support for Indigenous adults, elders, children, and youth.

Adults & Elders: 250-723-4050Children & Youth: 250-723-2040Visit site →
1-833-638-4722 (1-833-MÉTISBC)
Caregivers & Healthcare Workers

Talk with a Family Caregivers of BC supporter. Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 7:00pm.

1-877-520-3267

24/7 psychological support for frontline healthcare workers experiencing distress.

1-888-686-3022MRT@phsa.ca

Text FRONTLINE to 741741 for crisis text support.

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Community Services

Referrals to local and virtual substance use services across BC.

Lower Mainland: 604-660-9382Rest of BC: 1-800-663-1441

Regional educators and branches support families and caregivers across BC.

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Connects older adults to local service providers. Call 604-268-1312 or search the directory.

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Dr. Sinéad Unsworth