Community Resources and Support
Whether you're looking for immediate support, information about therapy, financial supports, legal advocacy, crisis services, or helpful tools between sessions, this collection of trusted resources is here to help. While these resources are not a replacement for therapy, they can offer additional support and guidance. If you're unsure which resource is right for you, we can discuss your options together during our sessions.
Crisis & Immediate Support
Crisis Lines
24/7 confidential support for anyone experiencing emotional distress, a mental health crisis, or who simply needs someone to talk to.
310Mental Health Support (BC) – No area code needed: 310-6789
988 Suicide Crisis Helpline – Call or text 988 (available across Canada, 24/7)
Kids Help Phone – 24/7 support for children, youth, and young adults by phone or text. Phone: 1-800-668-6868 (toll-free, available 24/7) or Text: Text CONNECT to 686868 for immediate support
Emergency Services
Call 911 immediately if:
You or someone else is in immediate danger.
There is a medical emergency.
Someone is unable to keep themselves or others safe.
An immediate police, fire, or ambulance response is required.
Domestic Violence & Intimate Partner Violence
VictimLinkBC – 24/7 confidential support, safety planning, and referrals for anyone experiencing or at risk of violence. Call or text 1-800-563-0808 (24/7) for crisis support, safety planning, and referrals.
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.
BC Society of Transition Houses – Information about emergency shelters, transition houses, and community supports for women, children, and gender-diverse people experiencing violence.
Kelowna Women’s Shelter - Support for women and children experiencing intimate partner violence, including emergency shelter, outreach, and counselling. Call for help 24/7 250-763-1040 or Text 236-970-0704