Mental Health
Mental Health
Contact Us
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If you are thinking of hurting yourself or hurting another person, get help right away.
- Call 911
- COAST Call 905-972-8338
- Suicide Crisis Helpline Call or text 988
- Crisis support for the Indigenous community: Hope for Wellness Helpline Call 1-855-242-3310
- Visit a hospital emergency room
Mental Health Services
Single session mental health counselling
Children, youth and their families are now able to walk-in for a single session. Walk-in sessions are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Hamilton Public Health Services provides a variety of mental health services including brief and time-limited counselling and therapy services, street outreach and case management.
Additional Mental Health Resources
Mental health is one part of our overall well‑being. It includes how we think, feel, and connect with others and with the world around us. For many people, connecting with culture, community, or nature can help support their mental health.
Everyone’s mental health changes over time. It is common to have ups and downs in our mood, energy, or focus. Small, everyday actions can help people feel mentally healthy and build resilience, making life’s challenges easier to manage.
There are many ways to care for your mental health. Different things work for different people. Reaching out for support early, whether from trusted people, community supports, or services, is a strong and healthy choice.
Just like physical health our mental health may need extra care and attention at different points in life. Below are some tips and resources to help you take care of your mental health.
Take care of your physical health
- Build and maintain a healthy sleep routine. Many adults aim for 7-9 hours per night.
- Choose foods that support your health
- Be physically active in ways that feel right for you
- Avoid or reduce the use of alcohol and other substances
Stay socially connected
- Build and maintain strong social connections. Focus on relationships that make you feel supported and valued.
- Engage with your community in ways that feel right for you.
- Find ways to volunteer
- Attend local cultural events
- Talk to your neighbours
Have a sense of purpose and meaning in life
- Participate in activities, cultural practices, or hobbies you enjoy
Local Resources
- Redbook is an online guide from the Hamilton Public Library, helping connect people in Hamilton with local resources.
- Centre de santé communautaire Hamilton/Niagara
Telephone Resources
- ConnexOntario | Mental Health & Addiction Treatment Services - Free and private help finding health services for problems with alcohol, drugs, mental health, or gambling (available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call 1-866-531-2600
- Text CONNEX to 247247
- Good2Talk Helpline (Post-secondary students available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call 1-866-925-5454
- Text GOOD2TALKON to 686868
- Indigenous community
- Talk4healing (for Indigenous women; available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call or text 1-855-554-4325
- Hope for Wellness Helpline - Crisis and mental wellness support for all Indigenous people (available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- Call 1-855-242-3310
- Talk4healing (for Indigenous women; available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week)
- 2SLGBTQ+
- LGBT Youthline, Anonymous Peer Support for 2SLGBTQ+ Youth Under 30 (7 days a week, 4 to 9:30 pm)
- Text 647-694-4275
- LGBT National Hotline (Monday to Friday 2 to 11 pm; Saturday noon to 5 pm)
- Call 888-843-4564
- Trans Lifeline (Monday to Friday 1 to 9 pm)
- Call 877-330-6366
- LGBT Youthline, Anonymous Peer Support for 2SLGBTQ+ Youth Under 30 (7 days a week, 4 to 9:30 pm)
Online Resources
- BounceBack Ontario - Program designed to help individuals manage low mood, depression, anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered over the phone with a coach and through online videos. It is managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA).
- Togetherall - Online peer support.
- Ontario Structured Psychotherapy West Region - Provides free, short‑term support for adults (18+) in Ontario who have depression or anxiety.
Mobile Apps
- Be Safe App - Helps individuals create a plan to stay safe in a mental health or substance use crisis. It can also help you find local resources for support.
- Calm App - Tips for sleep and relaxation.
- 7 Cups App - Provides emotional support and online therapy.
- MindDoc: App - Tips for emotional well-being.
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