Mental Health & Addictions Support
Whether you're looking for counselling, addiction support, crisis services, or ongoing mental health care, there are services available in Peterborough City and County to help.
If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 911.
Search the Service Map
Search our interactive service map to find health, community, and social services across Peterborough City and County. Search by address, keyword, organization, or service type.
Not Sure Where To Start?
Many people aren't sure which service is right for them. A good first step is Talk Now, a collaborative service that helps connect people of all ages to mental health and addictions support.
Talk Now Mental Health & Addictions Clinic
Provides access to mental health and addictions support with a mental health professional for people of all ages.
In-person, phone, and virtual appointments available
No referral required
Ontario Health Card not required
Crisis & Immediate Support
Get help right away if you or someone you care about is experiencing a mental health crisis, emotional distress, thoughts of suicide, or needs urgent support.
9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline
Free, confidential support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Telecare Distress Centre
Provides free, confidential 24/7 support for anyone experiencing emotional distress.
Talk NOW Mental Health & Addictions Clinic
Urgent access to mental health and addictions support for children, youth, adults, and older adults. Appointments are available in-person, by phone, or virtually.
ConnexOntario
Free, confidential support and information about mental health, addiction, and problem gambling services across Ontario.
Counselling & Community Mental Health Services
Connect with local organizations offering counselling, therapy, support programs, and community-based mental health services.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA HKPR)
Provides mental health programs, support services, education, and connections to care throughout the region.
CMHA Mental Health Walk-In Clinic
Same-day support, assessment, and service navigation for adults who are not currently connected to CMHA services.
Community Counselling and Resource Centre (CCRC)
Professional counselling and support for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship challenges, and other mental health concerns.
Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program
Free psychotherapy and cognitive behavioural therapy services for adults experiencing depression and anxiety-related conditions.
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences
Evidence-based psychotherapy programs, self-help resources, and specialized mental health services.
Support for Children, Youth & Young Adults
Mental health support designed specifically for children, youth, students, and young adults.
Kids Help Phone
Free, confidential mental health support available 24/7 by phone, text, or online chat for young people across Canada.
One Stop Talk
Connect with a registered therapist for free mental health support for children and youth under 18.
Good2Talk
Confidential support service for Ontario college and university students experiencing stress, anxiety, mental health concerns, or emotional distress.
LGBT YouthLine
Peer support, resources, and referrals for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth across Ontario.
Indigenous Mental Health & Wellness Supports
Culturally safe mental health, healing, and wellness supports for Indigenous individuals, families, and communities.
Hope for Wellness Helpline
Immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention support for Indigenous peoples across Canada.
Talk4Healing
A culturally grounded helpline supporting Indigenous women throughout Ontario.
Curve Lake Health Centre
Mental health, addictions, wellness, and community health services for Curve Lake First Nation members.
Nogojiwanong Friendship Centre
Programs, supports, and culturally based services for Indigenous people living in Peterborough and surrounding communities.
Indian Residential Schools Resolution Health Support Program
Provides emotional, cultural, and professional mental health support for former Residential School students and their families.
Addiction & Substance Use Supports
Services that support recovery, harm reduction, treatment, and ongoing care for substance use concerns.
Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinic
Provides assessment, treatment, and support for people experiencing substance use concerns or withdrawal.
FourCAST
Offers counselling, treatment programs, withdrawal management, harm reduction services, and specialized addiction supports.
PARN Harm Reduction Works
Provides harm reduction supplies and support to reduce the risk of HIV and other infections.
Online Programs & Self-Guided Support
Flexible online programs you can access from home, at your own pace.
BounceBack Ontario
Free skill-building program that helps adults and youth manage stress, anxiety, depression, and low mood.
Togetherall
Anonymous online peer support community with self-guided mental health resources available 24/7.
ConnexOntario
Search for mental health, addictions, and problem gambling services across Ontario and receive help navigating available options.
Smoking Cessation Support
Quitting smoking can improve both physical and mental health. These programs provide tools and support to help you succeed.
FHT to Quit
A smoking cessation program offered through the Peterborough Family Health Team, including coaching and quit-planning support.
STOP on the Net
Free online smoking cessation program that may include nicotine replacement therapy and personalized support.
Talk Tobacco
Culturally appropriate smoking cessation support designed for First Nations, Inuit, Métis, and Urban Indigenous communities.
Emergency Department
Peterborough Regional Health Centre Emergency Department
The Emergency Department at PRHC provides 24/7 emergency medical care for serious illnesses, injuries, and urgent health concerns.
Services include:
- emergency assessment and treatment
- diagnostic imaging and testing
- trauma and acute care
- pediatric emergency care
- specialist consultation
Open: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Location: 1 Hospital Drive, Peterborough
