Resources

National And Provincial Associations

Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association (CCPA)

CCPA
Provides resources, professional development, and advocacy for counsellors and psychotherapists in Canada.

Canadian Psychological Association (CPA)

CPA

Offers resources for psychologists, including research, professional guidelines, and public education materials.

British Columbia Association of Clinical Counsellors (BCACC)

BCACC

Represents clinical counsellors in BC, offering professional support, public resources, and a directory of registered counsellors.

The Association Of Counselling Therapy Of Alberta (ACTA)

ACTA

ACTA’s mandate has been to prepare the professional standards and codes of ethics, together with Alberta Health, where appropriate, which has been completed.


Mental Health Resources

Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC)

MHCC

Works to improve mental health outcomes in Canada through advocacy, research, and public education.

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)

CMHA

Offers a wide range of mental health resources, support services, and programs across Canada.

Specialized Support Services

Kids Help Phone

Kids Help Phone

Provides 24/7 counselling and support services for youth across Canada.

Crisis Services Canada

Crisis Services Canada

Offers crisis support and suicide prevention services, including a national helpline.



Educational and Training Resources

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)

CAMH

Provides education, research, and clinical care related to addiction and mental health.

Mental Health First Aid Canada

Mental Health First Aid Canada

Offers training programs to help individuals provide initial support to those experiencing mental health issues.


Research and Advocacy

Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC)

MHRC

Conducts and supports mental health research to inform policies and practices.