Services for Youth and Families

Kids Help Phone
To contact call: 1-800-668-6868 | Text: “CONNECT” to 686868
This is a charitable organization that provides online and phone counselling and crisis intervention to youth. Services assist with managing depression, and other mental health concerns. Services are free of cost.

Kinark Children and Youth
To contact call: 1-866-929-0061 (Durham location) | Central intake: 1-888-454-6275
419 King Street West, Suite 3550A, Oshawa, ON L1J 2K5
This service provides resources and referrals for youth who are experiencing mental health difficulties, including mood-related disorders. Services include assessments, counselling, intervention, childcare, youth justice, and youth centres. Assistance is provided in completing the referral form. All services are free of cost.

Chimo Youth & Family Services
To contact central intake call: 1-888-454-6275
107 Lindsay St. S. Lindsay, ON K9V 2M5
Evidence-based clinical services that include play therapy, individual therapy, and family therapy for those living with depression and other mental health concerns. No referral is required; call the central intake line. Services are free of cost.

Frontenac Youth Services
To contact call: 1-888-454-6275 to contact Central Intake Services
1320 Airport Blvd, Oshawa, ON L1J 0C6
A non-profit organization providing virtual and phone services to youth aged 12-18 who are experiencing mental, social, and emotional difficulties. Referrals are accepted from youth and parents/guardians by calling central intake services. Services are free of cost.

Hong Fook Mental Health Association
To contact call: (416) 493-4242
2665 Bur Oak Ave., Markham, ON L6B 1H8
Walk-in or short-term counselling services are provided to East Asian youth who are experiencing depression, or other mental health, emotional, or social concerns. Services are available in Cambodian, Korean, Cantonese, Mandarin, English, and Vietnamese. Referrals are not required. Services are free of cost.

International Obsessive Compulsive Foundation
To contact call: (617) 973-5801
PO Box 961029, Boston, MA 02196
This foundation aims to increase access to treatment for those living with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). Conducts research and training, as well as provides information and education to the public regarding OCD.

Canadian Centre for Men and Families
To contact call: (647) 479-9611 | 1-844-900-CCMF (2263)
26 Mansur Terrace, Toronto, ON M3J 3R1
Offers one-on-one counselling to address individual or family-related mental health concerns, such as depression. A referral is not required; call to make an appointment. Services are offered free of charge to reduce financial barriers.

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Durham
To contact call: (905) 436-8760
60 Bond St. W, Oshawa, ON L1G 1A5
A nationwide organization that shares education on mental health and engages in mental health advocacy. The Durham Region branch provides services for individuals of all ages, such as family programs and mental health peer support programs. Specific services may require a referral from a probation or parole officer. Information on fees is unavailable on the website.

Carea Community Health Centre
To contact call: Oshawa (905) 723-0036 | Ajax (905) 428-1212 | Toll-free 1-877-277-3217
115 Grassmere Ave, Oshawa, ON L1H 3X6 | 360 Bayly St. W, Unit 5, Ajax, ON L1S 1P1
Provides short-term counselling services to individuals, families, and couples who are living with depression or other mental health concerns. Services are available to those facing socio-cultural barriers, such as gender, sexual orientation, physical ability, and more. Fees are variable to provide access to low-income households. No referral is required; call to make an appointment.

Enaahtig Healing Lodge & Learning Centre
To contact call: (905) 723-0036 or (705) 330-4059 ext. 130 for Intake Coordinator
115 Grassmere Ave., Oshawa, ON L1H 3X7
Provides holistic mental health support and treatment to the Indigenous community. Services incorporate an Indigenous culture-based approach. Willing to travel to accommodate the client. Applications are accepted on the website. Services are free of cost.

Integrate Health Services, Ajax
To contact call: (905) 683-7228
300 Rossland Rd. E, Suite 301, Ajax, ON L1Z 0M1
Counselling is available to individuals of all ages who are experiencing mood disorders or other mental health concerns. Services include counselling, parent support, assessment, workshops, and education. Virtual services are available. Referrals are not required. Information on fees is unavailable on the website.