Indigenous & First Nations Mental Health Resources

At MHC Counselling Therapy, we provide Indigenous mental health support for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities in Canada. Our services focus on culturally safe therapy Indigenous, Indigenous wellness programs, and mental health therapy support for Indigenous people.

Our support includes:

• Online Indigenous therapy and counselling sessions

• Indigenous trauma therapy and grief counselling

• Indigenous trauma healing and mental wellness programs

If you’re looking for personalized support, we offer online therapy in Canada. Learn more or book your first session here

Indigenous mental health services in Ottawa and Halifax are evolving to better meet the needs of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities. In Ottawa, organizations like the Wabano Centre and the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) offer culturally safe mental health support, including crisis lines, therapy, and wellness programs. The Wabano Centre provides services to children, youth, adults, and families, integrating Indigenous healing practices with clinical care Wabano Centre. CMHA Ottawa also offers support tailored to Indigenous peoples, recognizing the importance of cultural safety in mental health care CMHA Ottawa.

In Halifax, the Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre (MNFC) serves as a vital resource, offering culture-focused programs and services to urban Indigenous individuals and families. Their offerings include one-on-one and group support, as well as cultural programming for children and youth, aiming to foster community and healing My MNFC. Additionally, the Nova Scotia Mental Health and Addictions Services provide resources specifically for Indigenous peoples, ensuring access to mental health services that are both accessible and culturally appropriate 211 Ontario.

National Resources

• Hope for Wellness Help Line
  Offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada. Available 24/7 via phone at 1-855-242-3310 or online chat at hopeforwellness.ca. Indigenous Services Canada

• Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line
  Provides support for individuals affected by their experiences in residential schools. Available 24/7 at 1-866-925-4419. Indigenous Services Canada

• Métis Crisis Line (British Columbia)
  A 24/7 service offering culturally sensitive support for Métis individuals. Reach them at 1-833-MétisBC (1-833-638-4722). First Nations Health Authority

Ottawa-Based Resources

• Wabano Centre
  Provides culturally safe mental health services to First Nations, Métis, and Inuit clients in Ottawa. Services include counselling and wellness programs. Visit wabano.com for more information.

• Tungasuvvingat Inuit
  Offers community supports for Inuit of all ages in Ottawa, including mental health services. Learn more at tungasuvvingatinuit.ca.

• Odawa Native Friendship Centre
  Aims to enhance the quality of life for Indigenous peoples in Ottawa through various programs, including mental health support. Visit odawa.on.ca.

• CMHA Ottawa – Indigenous Supports
  Provides mental health services tailored for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis individuals. For more details, visit ottawa.cmha.ca.

Halifax-Based Resources

• Mi'kmaw Native Friendship Centre (MNFC)
  Offers culture-focused programs and services to urban Indigenous individuals and families in Halifax. Learn more at mymnfc.com.

• Nova Scotia Mental Health and Addictions Services
  Provides resources specifically for Indigenous peoples, ensuring access to mental health services that are both accessible and culturally appropriate. Visit mha.nshealth.ca for more information.

Additional Support

• Kids Help Phone
  Offers free, confidential online and telephone counselling for youth across Canada. Reach them at 1-800-668-6868 or visit kidshelpphone.ca.

• Good2Talk
  Provides confidential support for post-secondary students in Ontario and Nova Scotia. Call 1-866-925-5454 or visit good2talk.ca.

• Residential School Survivor Supports
  Various organizations offer counselling services for survivors and intergenerational survivors of residential schools. For more information, visit niagaracollege.ca.

MHC Counselling Therapy provides professional mental health therapy and counselling services tailored for clients in Ontario, Nova Scotia, and across Canada. Book your session today.

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