Mental Health Resoucres
Introducing our free mental health resources, designed to guide you toward self-improvement and well-being. We believe in empowering individuals to explore their inner world and cultivate resilience. With our free mental health resource, you can take the first step towards a better self. Trust us to walk this journey with you, unlocking your true potential and living authentically.
Free Mental Health Resources
These free tools were thoughtfully created by the Bona Fide Therapy team to offer guidance, coping strategies, and emotional support, especially for teens and families. Whether you’re working with a therapist or just looking for ways to support mental wellness at home, our resources are here to help. Please note that these materials are not a substitute for therapy, but they’re a valuable addition to your mental health toolkit.
⚠️ Disclaimer: These materials are for informational and educational purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional mental health care, diagnosis, or treatment. If you or someone you know is struggling, we strongly encourage you to reach out to a qualified therapist or medical professional. Downloading or using these resources does not establish a client-therapist relationship with our clinic or any of our team members.
Daily Check In
Free Mental Health Resources In Ontario
Distress & Crisis
Other Therapy Programs
Mental Health Crisis Line 24/7.
Simcoe Country Crisis Line: 1-888-893-8333 or 705-728-5044
Mental health and substance use support for people in Canada and Canadians abroad. Always free and virtual.
Youth: Text Wellness to 686868
Frontline Workers: Text FRONTLINE to 741741
Offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada.
Phone and chat counselling is available in English, French, Cree, Ojibway and Inuktitut.
Hope for Wellness Help Line: 1-855-242-3310 or visit www.hopeforwellness.ca
Free and confidential health services information for people experiencing problems with alcohol and drugs, mental health and/or gambling. Available 24/7. Connects you with resources in your area.
ConnexOntario: 1-866-531-2600 or www.connexontario.ca
Offers toll-free support to people in Canada who have concerns about suicide. Phone line available 24/7 or text 45645 between 4 p.m. and midnight ET.
Talk Suicide: 1-833-456-4566 or talksuicide.ca
Youth mental health support is available 24/7. Kids Help Phone.
1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868
LGBT Youthline Ontario:
647-694-4275 + https://www.youthline.ca/
Assaulted Women’s Helpline:
TOLL-FREE: 1-866-863-051 ,TOLL FREE TTY: 1-866-863-7868, #SAFE (#7233) on your Bell, Rogers, Fido or Telus Mobile
Seniors Safety Line for Elder Abuse: 1-866-299-1011
Wellness Together Canada: https://www.wellnesstogether.ca/en-ca/ or 1-866-585-0445 or Text WELLNESS to 741741
Bounceback Ontario: https://bouncebackontario.ca/
Guided self-help for individuals 16 + experiencing mild to moderate anxiety and depression.
Catholic Family Services:
Walk- in counselling for individuals, couples and families.
Togetherall:
https://togetherall.com/en-ca/
Online anonymous support community free for post-secondary students experiencing mental health issues.
Coping Resources
PTSD & Trauma Resources
PTSD & Trauma Books
PTSD & Trauma Workbooks
PTSD & Trauma Helpful Websites
- The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in Healing of Trauma by Bessel Van Der Kolk
- Getting Past Your Past by Francine Shapiro PhD
- CPTSD: From Surviving to Thriving by Pete Walker
- Healing Trauma by Peter Levine
- It Didn’t Start With You by Mark Wolynn
- Waking The Tiger: Healing Trauma by Peter Levine
- When The Body Says No by Dr. Gabor Mate
Mindfulness Resources
Therapy Resources
Podcast Features
Our Expertise: Certified and Experienced Professionals
We have assembled a team dedicated to offering evidence-based practices and extensive training in numerous modalities. Our founder, Jessica Pino, is an EMDRIA Approved Consultant, which highlights our depth of expertise in trauma-focused care and professional development. This high level of specialization ensures you receive the highest quality of care and guidance. We specialize in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused Therapy, and many other approaches. We are here to support you in achieving your goals and building the confidence to handle life's challenges.
