Wellness Supports
The Faculty Wellness Program is here to support your overall wellness.
If you are in distress or in a crisis, there are several resources available (by phone or online) that can be found on our website.
For emergencies on campus: 613-562-5411.
For emergencies off-campus: 9-1-1.
If you are in distress or in a crisis, there are several resources available (by phone or online) that can be found on our website.
For emergencies on campus: 613-562-5411.
For emergencies off-campus: 9-1-1.
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line
613-741-6433
1-800-567-9699 - Good2Talk
For all students attending post-secondary institutions in Ontario have access to mental health support via Good2Talk 24/7/365 by calling 1-866-925-5455.
Toll Free: 1-866-925-5455
English: Text GOODTOTALKON to 686868 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
- Empower Me
Similar to the way you book a dentist or physiotherapist, you can also choose to see a private psychotherapist or psychologist and get reimbursed up to 80% via your health plan, with remote options available. Check out the details for undergraduates here.
1-844-741-6389
Counselling
- Faculty Wellness Program
613-562-5800 ext 8507
Email: [email protected] - Psychology Today
A database of therapists working locally in private practice. Clients can search by insurance company, therapist, location and specific treatment options. - emental health
Searchable list of mental health resources in the Ottawa region including counsellors and psychologists.
Apps and Online Learning
- Bounce Back (CBT coaching)
Modules can be self-guided or with a coach
1-866-345-0224 - TAO
Is an on-line platform of tools and interactive modules that can help you manage the many stressors that come with University life and can help you bounce back from challenging times. - MindShift CBT
Free evidence-based anxiety relief - Bloom Better You
Join us and get ready to experience better sleep, reduced stress levels and a more relaxed lifestyle with our guided meditations, relaxing music, activities and mindful experiences
uOttawa Services
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line
613-741-6433
1-800-567-9699 - Good2Talk
For all students attending post-secondary institutions in Ontario have access to mental health support via Good2Talk 24/7/365 by calling 1-866-925-5455.
Toll Free: 1-866-925-5455
English: Text GOODTOTALKON to 686868 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
- LifeWorks- (All faculty, staff and residents from all hospitals except those at CHEO, also includes Faculty of Medicine Graduate Students). Type GSAED or University of Ottawa to identify your institution.
613-238-4272 - GreenShield Canada Insurance
1-888-711-1119
Counselling
- Faculty Wellness Program
613-562-5800 ext 8507
Email: [email protected] - Psychology Today
A database of therapists working locally in private practice. Clients can search by insurance company, therapist, location and specific treatment options. - emental health
Searchable list of mental health resources in the Ottawa region including counsellors and psychologists. - Student Resources - Graduate and postdoctoral Studies
Apps and online Learning
- Bounce Back (CBT coaching)
Modules can be self-guided or with a coach
1-866-345-0224 - TAO
Is an on-line platform of tools and interactive modules that can help you manage the many stressors that come with University life and can help you bounce back from challenging times. - MindShift CBT
Free evidence-based anxiety relief - Bloom Better You
Join us and get ready to experience better sleep, reduced stress levels and a more relaxed lifestyle with our guided meditations, relaxing music, activities and mindful experiences
uOttawa Services
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line
613-741-6433
1-800-567-9699 - Good2Talk
For all students attending post-secondary institutions in Ontario have access to mental health support via Good2Talk 24/7/365 by calling 1-866-925-5455.
Toll Free: 1-866-925-5455
English: Text GOODTOTALKON to 686868 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Counselling
- Faculty Wellness Program
613-562-5800 ext 8507
Email: [email protected] - Psychology Today
A database of therapists working locally in private practice. Clients can search by insurance company, therapist, location and specific treatment options. - emental health
Searchable list of mental health resources in the Ottawa region including counsellors and psychologists. - Student Resources - For Graduate and Postdoctoral studies
Apps and Online Learning
- Bounce Back (CBT coaching)
Modules can be self-guided or with a coach
1-866-345-0224 - TAO
Is an on-line platform of tools and interactive modules that can help you manage the many stressors that come with University life and can help you bounce back from challenging times. - MindShift CBT
Free evidence-based anxiety relief - Bloom Better You
Join us and get ready to experience better sleep, reduced stress levels and a more relaxed lifestyle with our guided meditations, relaxing music, activities and mindful experiences
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line
613-741-6433
1-800-567-9699 - Good2Talk
For all students attending post-secondary institutions in Ontario have access to mental health support via Good2Talk 24/7/365 by calling 1-866-925-5455.
Toll Free: 1-866-925-5455
English: Text GOODTOTALKON to 686868 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311 - PARO Helpline
1-866-HELP-DOC - OMA Physician Health Program
24/7 Wellness support line
1-800-851-6606 - The Royal Prompt Clinic
1-877-527-8207 - Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program (OSP)
1-877-527-8207 - TOH Mobile Crisis Team
MCT is an outreach team that is designed to provide rapid assessment of and stabilization for individuals in the community who are in crisis. A referral from a health professional or community service worker is required. Please fax The Ottawa Hospital Mobile Crisis Team Referral Form to 613-241-7710.
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
- LifeWorks - (All faculty, staff and residents from all hospitals except those at CHEO, also includes Faculty of Medicine Graduate Students). Type GSAED or University of Ottawa to identify your institution.
613-238-4272 - Homewood Health - (All CHEO Faculty and Residents)
1-800-663-1142
Counselling
- Faculty Wellness Program
613-562-5800 ext 8507
Email: [email protected] - Psychology Today
A database of therapists working locally in private practice. Clients can search by insurance company, therapist, location and specific treatment options. - emental health
Searchable list of mental health resources in the Ottawa region including counsellors and psychologists.
Apps and Online Learning
- Bounce Back (CBT coaching)
Modules can be self-guided or with a coach
1-866-345-0224 - TAO
Is an on-line platform of tools and interactive modules that can help you manage the many stressors that come with University life and can help you bounce back from challenging times. - MindShift CBT
Free evidence-based anxiety relief - Bloom Better You
Join us and get ready to experience better sleep, reduced stress levels and a more relaxed lifestyle with our guided meditations, relaxing music, activities and mindful experiences - Resident Doctors of Canada (rdoc)
- CMA Wellness Hub
PGME Resident Accommodations
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line
613-741-6433
1-800-567-9699 - Good2Talk
For all students attending post-secondary institutions in Ontario have access to mental health support via Good2Talk 24/7/365 by calling 1-866-925-5455.
Toll Free: 1-866-925-5455
English: Text GOODTOTALKON to 686868 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311 - PARO Helpline
1-866-HELP-DOC - OMA Physician Health Program
1-800-851-6606
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
- LifeWorks- (All faculty, staff and residents from all hospitals except those at CHEO, also includes Faculty of Medicine Graduate Students). Type GSAED or University of Ottawa to identify your institution.
613-238-4272 - Homewood Health ( All CHEO faculty and residents)
1-800-663-1142
Counselling
- Faculty Wellness Program
613-562-5800 ext 8507
Email: [email protected] - Psychology Today
A database of therapists working locally in private practice. Clients can search by insurance company, therapist, location and specific treatment options. - emental health
Searchable list of mental health resources in the Ottawa region including counsellors and psychologists. - Resident Doctors of Canada (rdoc)
Apps and online Learning
- Bounce Back (CBT coaching)
Modules can be self-guided or with a coach
1-866-345-0224 - TAO
Is an on-line platform of tools and interactive modules that can help you manage the many stressors that come with University life and can help you bounce back from challenging times. - MindShift CBT
Free evidence-based anxiety relief - Bloom Better You
Join us and get ready to experience better sleep, reduced stress levels and a more relaxed lifestyle with our guided meditations, relaxing music, activities and mindful experiences
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line
613-741-6433
1-800-567-9699 - Good2Talk
For all students attending post-secondary institutions in Ontario have access to mental health support via Good2Talk 24/7/365 by calling 1-866-925-5455.
Toll Free: 1-866-925-5455
English: Text GOODTOTALKON to 686868 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311 - OMA Physician Health Program
1-800-851-6606
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
- LifeWorks - (All faculty, staff and residents from all hospitals except those at CHEO, also includes Faculty of Medicine Graduate Students). Type GSAED or University of Ottawa to identify your institution.
613-238-4272 - Homewood Health - (All CHEO faculty and residents)
1-800-663-1142
Counselling
- Faculty Wellness Program
613-562-5800 ext 8507
Email: [email protected] - Psychology Today
A database of therapists working locally in private practice. Clients can search by insurance company, therapist, location and specific treatment options. - emental health
Searchable list of mental health resources in the Ottawa region including counsellors and psychologists.
Apps and online Learning
- Bounce Back (CBT coaching)
Modules can be self-guided or with a coach
1-866-345-0224 - TAO
Is an on-line platform of tools and interactive modules that can help you manage the many stressors that come with University life and can help you bounce back from challenging times. - MindShift CBT
Free evidence-based anxiety relief - Bloom Better You
Join us and get ready to experience better sleep, reduced stress levels and a more relaxed lifestyle with our guided meditations, relaxing music, activities and mindful experiences
Virtual Health Services
LifeWorks, our Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) provider, will be offering virtual health services to members of our community. These services are offered to all Faculty members, support staff, and members of the Association of Retirees and their eligible family members.
The new services will provide direct and speedy online access to general practitioners 24/7 without charge to the patient regardless of your province of residence.
Services included:
- medical consultations,
- assessments,
- prescription renewals,
- referrals to specialists
- laboratory requisitions.
Crisis and / or 24/7 Supports
- Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
Toll Free: 1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line
613-741-6433
Toll Free: 1-800-567-9699 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women’s Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Counselling
- Student Affairs Office
613-562-5800 x 8551
Toll free: 1-877-868-8292 x 8551
Email: [email protected]
uOttawa Services
Crisis and / or 24/7 Support
- Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
Toll Free: 1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line
613-741-6433
Toll Free: 1-800-567-9699 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women’s Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24h/7)
613-234-2266 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24h/7)
613-234-2266
Employee and Family Assistance
Virtual Health Services
LifeWorks, our Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) provider, will be offering virtual health services to members of our community. These services are offered to all Faculty members, support staff, and members of the Association of Retirees and their eligible family members.
The new services will provide direct and speedy online access to general practitioners 24/7 without charge to the patient regardless of your province of residence.
Services included:
- medical consultations,
- assessments,
- prescription renewals,
- referrals to specialists
- laboratory requisitions.