Mental Health Resources
At Chérie, there is nothing more important to us than mental health, which is why we've devoted ourselves to making mental health support accessible to everyone.Below, we've compiled a collection of online resources to help you cope with a variety of different mental illnesses, emotions, and challenges. *This list is Canada-specific.
GENERAL:
Free resources in Canada - twentytwenty arts
Free/cheap resources in Canada - Moneysense
Digital safety guide for women
Virtual mental health therapy clinic
List of Canadian mental health organizations
Psychology of Everyday Life - Free Mental Health course
Mental health Resources in Ontario
Finding mental health resources - Be There
All about how to seek professional mental health support
Coping with different life problems (gender, body image, abuse, friends, etc)
Caring for your mind - different life problems (being your best self, parents, relationships)
Chat with someone who gets it- mental health forums
100 ways to get through the next five minutes
A-Z health resources (including mental health)
Its ok to ask for help - your support system wants to be there for you
Articles about wellbeing, happiness, and self-awareness
Are you being taken advantage of - or are you the one taking advantage of someone else?
Mental Illness Guide | Types Of Disorders & Treatments (drugwatch.com)
Domestic violence resource guide (global)
ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, AND MOOD:
Togetherall supportive online community
Anxiety and depression resources - Catholic Family services
Anxiety disorder course - CAMH
Talking to parents about depression
Anxiety and youth - Anxiety Canada
Anxiety plan for children and youth - a detailed self-guided anxiety course
How friends and family can help with anxiety
Self-help strategies for social anxiety
Self-help strategies for panic disorder
Depression: how to stop feeling hopeless
How to Deal with Anxiety | Tips to Manage Stress and Reduce Anxiety (drugwatch.com)
SUPPORTING OTHERS:
Have you noticed that something is off? How to break the ice
If they’re having a panic attack
How to build trust and support someone
Supporting friends who struggle with their mental health
Supporting someone through grief
Is someone you know unwell? - factsheet
Supporting someone who has an ED
How to be an ally to Transgender and Nonbinary young people
How to support your depressed partner
Supporting youth after a suicide loss (for parents)
How to support a suicide attempt survivor
Setting boundaries to protect yourself as a supporter
Caregiver burnout - how to tell if your supporters are burnt out
How your perspective influences your mood, personality, and action
Caring for yourself while in a relationship with someone who has a mental illness
When supporting someone else becomes constant
TRAUMA/PTSD:
PTSD, C-PTSD, and Dissociative disorder treatment
CPTSD and PTSD information and resources
PTSD self-diagnosis *Calculate your score by adding the numbers that correspond with the responses you selected. If you scored 44 or higher, it is likely that you have PTSD; however, scores approaching 40 may indicate partial PTSD. If your score is greater than 40, we recommend that you discuss the issue of PTSD with your family doctor. You might consider bringing a copy of your completed PCL to your appointment with your doctor—it can be a good starting point for your discussion. Your doctor may refer you to a healthcare professional who can provide specialized counseling and treatment for your trauma-related symptoms.
Adverse childhood experiences test
Emotional and psychological trauma
Types of trauma and how to heal
How does your body remember trauma?
What is complex trauma? A resource guide for youth
Mental health repercussions after a traumatic event
HELPLINES/CRISIS LINES:
Database of helplines in Canada - super helpful
MEDICATION:
All about mental health medication
Mental health medication guide
Sleeping medication - more than just Melatonin
SELF CARE AND LIFESTYLE:
Healthy eating resources and articles
Psychological self care (intrusive thoughts)
Sleep, nutrition, and exercise are vital for your mental health
The seven pillars of self-care
SELF HARM/SUICIDE:
Self harm/suicide advice and guidance
Suicide prevention chats online
Toolkit for someone impacted by a suicide loss
Amazing resources and support for suicidal people and attempt survivors
Booklet for recovery after a suicide attempt
After a suicide attempt: a guide for family and friends
Specific self care options based on your emotions
Specific coping ideas and advice
GRIEF AND LOSS:
MyGrief - understanding and moving through grief
Celebrating the birthday of a loved one who’s passed away
Your support system - asking for help (READ THIS!!)
Keeping up a connection with your lost loved one
DISSOCIATIVE DISORDERS:
All about Dissociative Identity Disorder
People with complex mental health issues share their stories Information about DID
Dissociative disorder factsheet
About switching fronting alters
EATING DISORDERS/BODY IMAGE:
Shared stories and advice - ED blog
Do I have an Eating Disorder? What to do
What it’s like to live with an ED
The social impacts of Eating Disorders on young people
Eating Disorder treatment options
Body dysmorphic disorder for teens
LGBTQIA+ AND MENTAL HEALTH:
The mental health impacts of identifying as LGBTIQA+
Harassment and bullying (at school)
The Asexual visibility and understanding network
Bi.org - an online bisexual community with lots of resources
It’s pronounced metrosexual - online resources and articles
A guide towards Trans allyship
Safety in relationships for Trans people
Answers and advice - gender and identity
Social media and cyber bullying guide
MENTAL HEALTH & RETIREMENT
What Is Mental Wellness & How Do You Maintain It? (retireguide.com)
Depression in the Elderly: Symptoms and Treatment (retireguide.com)
