Mental Health Resources
You are not alone. Here are some resources if you or someone you know are struggling.
University life comes with a variety of pressures and stresses that can affect your mental health.
The university and community offer a variety of resources to help. If you are feeling overwhelmed or distressed, help is available.
A little known fact: you can call a distress line on behalf of someone in crisis to receive directions, help and advice.
UOttawa Mental Health Resources
The University of Ottawa has a number of mental health services, including both peer and professional support programs. You can find the complete list here
UOttawa students can access free, short-term psychotherapy. For information on psychotherapy offered by the school, visit this page
The university provides access to a free online mental health support platform, TAO Self-Help, which you can find here
For information on peer support, visit this page Numerous specific peer support groups can be found here
The UOttawa guide for helping someone in need can be found here
External Mental Health Resources
Helping a friend you’re worried about:
Suicide prevention resources: https://suicideprevention.ca/
988: Suicide crisis helpline. Call or text. available 24/7 in French and English
Resources for finding mental health support:
Sexual and/or gender-based violence support:
Other support lines:
686868: Crisis Support. text CONNECT to this number. Available 24/7, in French and English (en français, textez « PARLER » à ce numéro)
Distress Centre of the Ottawa Region: 613-238-3311
Good2Talk: call 1-866-925-5454 or text GOOD2TALKON to 686868
In addition to the resources above, other ways to seek help include:
Calling a family member or close friend
Calling your doctor
Call 988 or 686868 (crisis lines)
Call 911