Wellness Supports
The Wellbeing 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
- 988: Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Text or Call 988 - Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Student Assistance Program
Students covered by the UOSU Health Plan have 24/7 access to additional mental health and wellness support through Student Assistance Program.
1-833-628-5589 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line (Service in french only)
Gatineau: 819-775-3223
Ottawa: 613-741-6433
Sans frais: 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 - Support over the holidays
While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also bring about stress and spread illness. If you, a family member or a friend is looking for health and wellness support during this period, know that there are many options available to students, faculty members, staff and alumni.
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Community and Social Resources
- 211
Text or call 2-1-1 - Search by topic. Examples include: housing, LGTBQAI+, abuse, food security, Indigenous Peoples, family services, etc.
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
- Undergraduate UOSU Health Plan Insurance
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.
Counselling
- Wellbeing Program
613-562-5211
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. - AccessMHA
AccessMHA makes it easier to help find free mental health and/or substance use health/addictions support, services, and care. - Counselling Connect
For children, youth, adults, and families in Ottawa and the surrounding area, Counselling Connect provides quick access to free Counselling and Support groups.
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.
uOttawa Services
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- 988: Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Text or Call 988 - Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Student Assistance Program
Students covered by the UOSU Health Plan have 24/7 access to additional mental health and wellness support through Student Assistance Program.
1-833-628-5589 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line (Service in french only)
Gatineau: 819-775-3223
Ottawa: 613-741-6433
Sans frais: 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 - Support over the holidays
While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also bring about stress and spread illness. If you, a family member or a friend is looking for health and wellness support during this period, know that there are many options available to students, faculty members, staff and alumni.
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Community and Social Resources
- 211
Text or call 2-1-1
Search by topic. Examples include: housing, LGTBQAI+, abuse, food security, Indigenous Peoples, family services, etc.
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
- Undergraduate UOSU Health Plan Insurance
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.
Counselling
- Wellbeing Program
613-562-5211
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. - AccessMHA
AccessMHA makes it easier to help find free mental health and/or substance use health/addictions support, services, and care. - Counselling Connect
For children, youth, adults, and families in Ottawa and the surrounding area, Counselling Connect provides quick access to free Counselling and Support groups.
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.
uOttawa Services
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- 988: Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Text or Call 988 - Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line (Service in french only)
Gatineau: 819-775-3223
Ottawa: 613-741-6433
Sans frais: 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 - Support over the holidays
While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also bring about stress and spread illness. If you, a family member or a friend is looking for health and wellness support during this period, know that there are many options available to students, faculty members, staff and alumni.
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Community and Social Resources
- 211
Text or call 2-1-1
Search by topic. Examples include: housing, LGTBQAI+, abuse, food security, Indigenous Peoples, family services, etc.
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
Access mental health care online or in person, including nurse practitioners, doctors, specialists, counsellors and wellness programs. Access for free a 24/7 multilingual service with counsellors and self-directed resources through the Student Support app.
- GreenShield Canada Insurance
1-888-711-1119
Counselling
- Wellbeing Program
613-562-5211
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
- AccessMHA
AccessMHA makes it easier to help find free mental health and/or substance use health/addictions support, services, and care. - Counselling Connect
For children, youth, adults, and families in Ottawa and the surrounding area, Counselling Connect provides quick access to free Counselling and Support groups.
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.
uOttawa Services
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- 988: Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Text or Call 988 - Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line (Service in french only)
Gatineau: 819-775-3223
Ottawa: 613-741-6433
Sans frais: 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 - Support over the holidays
While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also bring about stress and spread illness. If you, a family member or a friend is looking for health and wellness support during this period, know that there are many options available to students, faculty members, staff and alumni.
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Community and Social Resources
- 211
Text or call 2-1-1
Search by topic. Examples include: housing, LGTBQAI+, abuse, food security, Indigenous Peoples, family services, etc.
Counselling
- Wellbeing Program
613-562-5211
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
- AccessMHA
AccessMHA makes it easier to help find free mental health and/or substance use health/addictions support, services, and care. - Counselling Connect
For children, youth, adults and families in Ottawa and the surrounding area, Counselling Connect provides quick access to free Counselling and Support groups.
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.
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- 988: Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Text or Call 988 - Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line (Service in french only)
Gatineau: 819-775-3223
Ottawa: 613-741-6433
Sans frais: 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 - TOH Mobile Crisis Team
MCT is an outreach team that is designed to provide a 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. - Support over the holidays
While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also bring about stress and spread illness. If you, a family member or a friend is looking for health and wellness support during this period, know that there are many options available to students, faculty members, staff and alumni.
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Community and Social Resources
- 211
Text or call 2-1-1
Search by topic. Examples include: housing, LGTBQAI+, abuse, food security, Indigenous Peoples, family services, etc.
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
- LifeWorks - (All faculty, staff and residents from all hospitals except those at CHEO).
613-238-4272 - Homewood Health - (All CHEO Faculty and Residents)
1-800-663-1142
Counselling
- Wellbeing Program
613-562-5211
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. - AccessMHA
AccessMHA makes it easier to help find free mental health and/or substance use health/addictions support, services, and care. - Counselling Connect
For children, youth, adults, and families in Ottawa and the surrounding area, Counselling Connect provides quick access to free Counselling and Support groups.
Talk to a clinician
If you are a frontline healthcare worker and would like confidential support from a clinician, you can self-refer online or by phone to any of the access points below.
- Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, Whitby(in English only)
- The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre, Ottawa
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. - Resident Doctors of Canada (rdoc)
- CMA Wellness Hub
- Wellness4MDs
Subscribe to Wellness4MDs to receive free daily cognitive behavioural therapy-based supportive text messages and mental health literacy information.
TEXT "WELLMD" to
1-855-947-4673 - Resident Lounge Team
Resident Lounge is excited to launch the first peer-to-peer support group for Ontario resident physicians and fellows who are currently on leave or considering taking some time away from training (parental, medical, personal, grief).
PGME Resident Accommodations
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- 988: Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Text or Call 988 - Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line (Service in french only)
Gatineau: 819-775-3223
Ottawa: 613-741-6433
Sans frais: 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 - Support over the holidays
While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also bring about stress and spread illness. If you, a family member or a friend is looking for health and wellness support during this period, know that there are many options available to students, faculty members, staff and alumni.
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Community and Social Resources
- 211
Text or call 2-1-1
Search by topic. Examples include: housing, LGTBQAI+, abuse, food security, Indigenous Peoples, family services, etc.
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
- Wellbeing Program
613-562-5211
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)
- AccessMHA
AccessMHA makes it easier to help find free mental health and/or substance use health/addictions support, services, and care. - Counselling Connect
For children, youth, adults, and families in Ottawa and the surrounding area, Counselling Connect provides quick access to free Counselling and Support groups. - The Royal Prompt Clinic
1-877-527-8207
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. - Wellness4MDs
Subscribe to Wellness4MDs to receive free daily cognitive behavioural therapy-based supportive text messages and mental health literacy information.
TEXT "WELLMD" to
1-855-947-4673 - Resident Lounge Team
Resident Lounge is excited to launch the first peer-to-peer support group for Ontario resident physicians and fellows who are currently on leave or considering taking some time away from training (parental, medical, personal, grief).
PGME Resident Accommodations
Crisis and/or 24/7 Supports
- 988: Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Text or Call 988 - Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line (Service in french only)
Gatineau: 819-775-3223
Ottawa: 613-741-6433
Sans frais: 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 - Support over the holidays
While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also bring about stress and spread illness. If you, a family member or a friend is looking for health and wellness support during this period, know that there are many options available to students, faculty members, staff and alumni.
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women's Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Community and Social Resources
- 211
Text or call 2-1-1
Search by topic. Examples include: housing, LGTBQAI+, abuse, food security, Indigenous Peoples, family services, etc.
Employee and Family Assistance Program and Insurance
- Telus Health (formerly LifeWorks) - (All faculty, staff and residents from all hospitals except those at CHEO). 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
- Wellbeing Program
613-562-5211
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. - AccessMHA
AccessMHA makes it easier to help find free mental health and/or substance use health/addictions support, services, and care. - Counselling Connect
For children, youth, adults, and families in Ottawa and the surrounding area, Counselling Connect provides quick access to free Counselling and Support groups.
Talk to a clinician
If you are a frontline healthcare worker and would like confidential support from a clinician, you can self-refer online or by phone to any of the access points below.
- Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, Whitby(in English only)
- The Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre, Ottawa
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 - Wellness4MDs
Subscribe to Wellness4MDs to receive free daily cognitive behavioural therapy-based supportive text messages and mental health literacy information.
TEXT "WELLMD" to
1-855-947-4673
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
- 988: Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Text or Call 988 - Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
Toll Free: 1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line (Service in french only)
Gatineau: 819-775-3223
Ottawa: 613-741-6433
Sans frais: 1-800-567-9699 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311 - Support over the holidays
While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also bring about stress and spread illness. If you, a family member or a friend is looking for health and wellness support during this period, know that there are many options available to students, faculty members, staff and alumni.
Sexual Assault
- Assaulted Women’s Helpline (24/7)
1-866-863-0511 - Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa (24/7)
613-234-2266
Community and Social Resources
- 211
Text or call 2-1-1
Search by topic. Examples include: housing, LGTBQAI+, abuse, food security, Indigenous Peoples, family services, etc.
Counselling
- Wellbeing Program
613-562-5211
Email: [email protected] - AccessMHA
AccessMHA makes it easier to help find free mental health and/or substance use health/addictions support, services, and care. - Counselling Connect
For children, youth, adults and families in Ottawa and the surrounding area, Counselling Connect provides quick access to free Counselling and Support groups.
uOttawa Services
Crisis and / or 24/7 Support
- 988: Suicide Crisis Helpline
A safe space to talk, 24 hours a day, every day of the year.
Text or Call 988 - Mental Health Crisis Line
613-722-6914
Toll Free: 1-866-996-0991 - Tel-Aide Outaouais Help Line (Service in french only)
Gatineau: 819-775-3223
Ottawa: 613-741-6433
Sans frais: 1-800-567-9699 - Ottawa Distress Centre
613-238-3311 - Support over the holidays
While the holidays can be a joyous time, they can also bring about stress and spread illness. If you, a family member or a friend is looking for health and wellness support during this period, know that there are many options available to students, faculty members, staff and alumni.
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
Counselling
- AccessMHA
AccessMHA makes it easier to help find free mental health and/or substance use health/addictions support, services, and care. - Counselling Connect
For children, youth, adults and families in Ottawa and the surrounding area, Counselling Connect provides quick access to free Counselling and Support groups.
Virtual Health Services
Telus Health (formerly 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.
Free and confidential counselling is available