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Professional Assistance for Anxiety/Depression-related Illnesses

Your Family Doctor or Walk-in Clinic

Psychologists

Canadian Mental Health Association

Anxiety Disorders Clinic (ADC) – Centre for Addiction and Mental Health

Resources for Mental Health Care in GTA / Toronto

Emergency and Crisis Situations

Professional Assistance

Barbara Schlifer Clinic
This non-profit organization offers free counseling to women who have been sexually abused at some point in their lives. Individual treatment is available, approximately 2 month waiting list. Group therapy is also available (12-14 weeks). 416-323-9149 ext. 234
Baycrest (North York)
offers programs for adults 65 years and over experiencing mental health problems including depression, memory loss, confusion, sleep disturbances and anxiety (416) 785-2500.
Bloor Clinic
Individual psychotherapy. Covered by OHIP. Bloor and Dundas (2333 Dundas St West) (416) 516-6969
Canadian Mental Health Association
offers information and referral service to connect you with local mental health services and providers, including private practitioners, library books and videos on mental health topics, as well as various other resources are offered. 416 789-7957.
Catholic Family Services
Therapists are master's level social workers, some Master’s level trained staff with degrees in psychology or family therapy. Range of services include individual, couples, family, group, children (has specific services for physical and sexual abuse victims). Sliding scale from $15 - $60 based upon financial need. No one is turned away based on finances. Thus, will see clients who cannot pay anything. Waiting list of approximately 2 weeks. Located at Yonge & Finch, St. Claire & Yonge. 416 921-1163 or 416-222-0048
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) (Toronto)
an Ontario public hospital committed to providing comprehensive and accessible care for people who have mental health and/or addiction problems. A wide range of clinical programs, support, and rehabilitation services are provided at various locations throughout Ontario. Note, though, that each program has a different way to make referrals and admissions. The procedures depend on the services provided and your clinical needs. 416 535-8501 (Main switchboard).
COSTI (North York) Family and Mental Health Services Programs
offers family counselling and mental health services in English, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish (416) 244-7714.
Family Services Association (Toronto)
offers individual, family, and couples therapy. Therapists are social workers with Masters level training. Cost ranges from $10 to $90 depending on income. Wait list for daytime appointments is 1 week, 6-8 weeks for evening appointments. 416 595-9618.
Freedom from Fear Outreach
offers information on fears, anxiety disorders, phobias and related depression, referrals to support group meetings and other services in the community, advocacy and awareness outreach. (416) 761-6006.
GP Psychotherapy Association (GPPA)
provide referrals to a GP psychotherapist. Covered by OHIP. (416) 410-6644.
Humber River Regional Hospital (York)
offers outpatient mental health services at no cost. Requires a family doctor referral. (416) 249-8111.
Homewood Health Centre (Guelph)
offers in patient programs for adults age 18 to 55, suffering with generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, agoraphobia, social phobia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder plus mood disorders and personality disorders. (519) 824-1010.
Markham Stouffville Family Life Centre
$60-$100 sliding scale. Waiting list of 6-8 weeks. (905) 415-9719
Medical Centre, Person-Centered Therapy
GPs with psychotherapy experience/training. One-time $20 registration fee; everything else covered by OHIP. Individual counseling, couples therapy, support group for managing life management issues (416) 229-2399 or (416) 236-0248
Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program (CAMH) (Toronto)
Requires family doctor referral and offers assessment, consultation, and group treatment for no cost (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy). (416) 535-8501 ext 6832.
Mood Disorders Association of Ontario
offers regular support groups for depression, bipolar diorder, family groups for youth, men, women, and older adults (50+) in Toronto. Publishes an up-to-date calendar listing support groups and upcoming speakers. (416) 486-8046 or toll-free at 1-800-486-8236.
North York General Hospital (North York)
offers anxiety and depression groups at no cost; 3 month or more wait time. Self-referral. (416) 756-6642.
North York Women's Centre (North York)
offers life skills courses, workshops and support groups for women -- survivors of violence, self esteem, assertiveness, communication, relationships, anxiety. (416) 781-0479.
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Helpline
Call anytime for information and support for persons with obsessive-compulsive disorder, their families or friends (416) 920-5887. Call collect if outside 416 area code.
Ontario Psychological Association
provide information on psychological matters that affect your personal well-being. By contacting the association directly, you can obtain information on psychological services available in your area. (416) 961-5552.
Scarborough Hospital (Scarborough) Mental Health Services
offers psychological and psychiatric assessment, psychotherapy, medication if needed and consulting psychiatrist and psychotherapist. (416) 495-2400.
St Joseph's Health Centre (Toronto West)
has a Community Mental Health Centre which offers psychiatric day treatment, consultation, shared care service and groups. (416) 530-6591.
START Clinic (Toronto) Dr. Martin Katzman, Psychiatrist.
Must be referred by a family doctor and you will have a consultation with Dr. Katzman, psychiatrist. In addition to medication consultation this clinic offers individual and group programs for anxiety available. Three to four month waitlist. (416) 598-9344.
Sunnybrook and Women's College Health Sciences Centre (Toronto)
offers many programs for adults 16 years or older , for example: Brief Psychotherapy Group for Women offers individual and group psychotherapy, 16-20 sessions. 1 year waiting list. 416-591-2000. WRAP: Women Recovering from Abuse. This is an 8 week group program, for women who suffered sexual abuse or neglect as children and are struggling with the emotional aftermath. 416-323-6400 ext. 4863. There are also programs for people with severe, persistent mental illness. Priority is given to persons with schizophrenia, bipolar disorder and other psychiatric disorders. (416) 480-4611.
SWIFT (Strength to Walk in Freedom Together) (Thornhill)
is a support group run by a social worker for Persons experiencing low self esteem, mild depression, anxiety, marital/relationship problems, alcohol or drug issues, and those who feel alienated/disenfranchised. (905) 707-5691.
Toronto East General Hospital (East York)
offers mental health aftercare, day treatment, mental health outpatient services (416-469-6204) including brief psychotherapy and postpartum depression support (416-469-7608). (416) 461-8272. rdevi@tegh.on.ca. They also have a Crisis Intervention Unit - 416-469-6220.
Toronto Reconciliation Mission Centre (Toronto)
is a program for individuals, couples, families experiencing grief, anxiety, behavioural problems or abuse. (416) 618-8905.
West End Walk-in Counselling Centre (Toronto West)
offers counseling to address concerns such as parent-child conflict, difficulties at work and school, effects of stress, depression, issues related to separation and divorce, family violence, problems with anger. (416) 394-2424 ext 34
YWCA Toronto, Choices for living (North York)
a program for Women 25-65 years with mental health issues related to depression, anxiety, low self esteem. (416) 487-7151.

Private Services (fee for service)

DF Psychological Services
Specializes in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Treats all anxiety and mood disorders as well as substance use disorders for adolescents and adults. Provides individual, couple and group therapy. Located at Yonge and Davisville. www.dfpsych.com 416-937-2164.
Dr. Elizabeth Bolger
Private Practice Psychologist, Bayview Village Mall (Shepphard & Bayview) $160 per hour. Self-referral. 416-487-7475
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Associates of Toronto (Toronto)
Sliding fee scale, typically $190/hr. Self-referral. 416 363-4228.
Humanistic and Expressive Arts Therapists
Offer sliding scale for fees. Rowesa Gordon 416-488-1928; Sandy Kappa 416-406-1893
Kelly, Saunders and Associates (Toronto)
Psychologists who offer treatment to those suffering from anxiety disorders. (416) 597-2614.
Dr. Marsha Rothstein (Toronto)
Private Practice Psychologist, St. Clair St West, $170 per hour. Specializes in anxiety. Self-referral. 416-413-4900
Shelly Stein, M.S.W. (Toronto)
is a social worker who offers treatment to those with anxiety disorders. (416) 975-5445.
Dr. Wanda Malcolm
416-225-5800, 40 Shepphard Avenue West, Suite 507
Dr. Judi Kobrick
288 St Clair West, 416 960-0548; works with children & adolescents
Oakville Centre for Cognitive Therapy
Oakville, Ontario, 905-338-1397
Behaviour Therapy Institute (Toronto)
offers psychological treatment for adolescents and adults suffering from anxiety disorders. (416) 928-0858

I would like to thank Dr. Henny A. Westra from the Department of Psychology at York University for sharing these valuable resources. Dr. Westra has contributed significantly to the mental health field, including the establishment of the Psychology Research & Training Clinic at York University, and her great work has benefited many.

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