Mental Health
Below are information and resources about how to maintain mental health.
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Mentorship for students with Big Brothers Big Sisters Victoria
Big Brothers Big Sisters is an organization with various locations across Canada. They offer community based group and one-on-one mentorship for youth. They currently offer virtual support, in-person support, and in-school mentorship. Enrolment is free. Location: 230...
Victoria Child Abuse Prevention and Counselling Centre
VCAPCC responds to children, youth and families affected by sexual abuse and other trauma, by providing free victim services, counselling, prevention and education within the Greater Victoria community. They offer counselling, preventative education, victim services,...
UVIC Peer Support Centre
Volunteers at the Peer Support Centre are there to listen, offering non-judgmental, empathetic and confidential support while helping fellow students navigate next-step resources and student life at UVic. They also run workshops monthly on topics relating to mental...
Otis Bell LGBTQ+ Friendly Acupuncture and Massage
Otis Bell is a LGBTQ+ registered acupuncturist who offers other holistic services as well. Otis identifies as transgender and is happy to service clients who do not feel comfortable going to traditional locations. He offers an inclusive space for people requiring his...
Therapy with Sarah Kathleen Wilson
Sarah Kathleen Wilson is a registered clinical counselling hypnotherapist that offers services from a feminist perspective. She describes herself as a queer healer, artist, and community organizer. She offers 1:1 therapy sessions on a sliding scale based on income...
Kelty Mental Health Back-to-School Resources
The Kelty Mental Health Centre assists families with accessing and navigating the mental health system in BC. For back to school, Kelty Mental Health is providing events, webinars, and blog posts intended for parents with children and youth returning to school. All...
NoStigmas
NoStigmas is a place to connect with like minded individuals about mental health and their own experiences. You can get involved as a NoStigmas Ally and learn about self care, peer support and advocacy. The training is offered as a free online course or in person...
Dealing with Depression DWD
Dealing with Depression (DWD) is a website that lists effective treatments and self help skills to deal with depression. This website and its examples are intended for teens with depressed mood, concerned adults who want to help a depressed teen and other teens who...
CalmClinic
CalmClinic is an educational website dedicated to anxiety and mental health. You can find guides on anxiety, symptoms, treatments and advice. All resources have been reviewed and analyzed by professionals in psychology and healthcare fields. Website:...