Mental Health Resources
At Authentic Connection Counselling, we believe healing is supported through connection, safety, and access to care. The resources below are available to individuals, youth, and families in Prince George and across British Columbia. These services are free or low-cost and may be helpful between counselling sessions or during times of increased distress.
? Helpful Mental Health Websites (Canada & BC)
HealthLink BC
Trusted BC health information and help finding mental health services.
- Website: https://www.healthlinkbc.ca
- Phone: 8-1-1 (24/7)
- TTY: 7-1-1
- Services: Mental health navigation, nursing advice, referrals
HelpStartsHere BC
BC government site to find free and low-cost mental health and substance use services.
- Website: https://helpstartshere.gov.bc.ca
- Services: Service finder, education, local supports
Anxiety Canada
Evidence-based education, tools, and self-help strategies for anxiety and related concerns.
- Website: https://www.anxietycanada.com
- Services: Self-help tools, workbooks, videos, My Anxiety Plan (MAP)
Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre
Support for children, youth, parents, and caregivers across BC.
- Website: https://keltymentalhealth.ca
- Phone: 604-875-2084
- Email: keltycentre@cw.bc.ca
- Services: Resource navigation, parent coaching, peer support
Foundry BC
Free mental health and wellness services for youth and young adults (ages 12–24).
- Website: https://foundrybc.ca
- Virtual Services: https://foundrybc.ca/virtual
- Services: Counselling, peer support, mental health care (no referral needed)
? Crisis Lines & Telephone Support (24/7)
9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
Immediate support for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts or emotional distress.
- Call or Text: 9-8-8
- Hours: 24/7, Canada-wide
- Languages: English & French
Northern BC Crisis Line
Local crisis support for Prince George and Northern BC.
- Prince George: 250-563-1214
- Toll-Free: 1-888-562-1214
- Hours: 24/7
- Services: Emotional support, crisis intervention, referrals
BC Mental Health Support Line
Confidential emotional support and mental health information.
- Phone: 310-6789 (no area code required)
- Hours: 24/7
- Languages: English, interpretation available
Kids Help Phone
Support for youth and young adults across Canada.
- Call: 1-800-668-6868
- Text: CONNECT to 686868
- Website: https://kidshelpphone.ca
- Hours: 24/7
? Indigenous Mental Health & Wellness Supports
These services offer culturally safe, trauma-informed support for First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
Hope for Wellness Help Line
24/7 emotional support and crisis counselling for Indigenous people across Canada.
- Call: 1-855-242-3310
- Online Chat: https://www.hopeforwellness.ca
- Languages: English, French, Cree, Ojibway, Inuktitut (as available)
KUU-US Crisis Line
Culturally appropriate crisis support for Indigenous adults, youth, and Elders in BC.
- Toll-Free: 1-800-588-8717
- Adult/Elder Line: 250-723-4050
- Youth Line: 250-723-2040
- Hours: 24/7
Indian Residential School Survivors Society
Support for survivors and families affected by residential schools.
- Crisis Line: 1-800-721-0066
- Hours: 24/7
- Services: Emotional support, cultural support, referrals
First Nations Health Authority
Mental wellness and substance use supports for First Nations people in BC.
- Website: https://www.fnha.ca
- Phone: 1-866-913-0033
- Services: Counselling referrals, wellness supports, cultural services
Métis Crisis Line
Crisis support for Métis individuals in British Columbia.
- Phone: 1-833-638-4722
- Hours: 24/7
? Helpful Free Apps & Online Tools (Canada)
Kids Help Phone App
- Free 24/7 text, chat, and phone support for youth
- Available on iOS and Android
Anxiety Canada – My Anxiety Plan (MAP)
- Evidence-based self-help tools for anxiety
- Web-based and app-supported programs
Foundry Virtual
- Free online counselling and wellness support for youth (12–24)
- https://foundrybc.ca/virtual
⚠️ Important Note
If you or someone you care about is in immediate danger, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest emergency department.