Free or Low-Cost Resources
The resources below include free and low-cost supports that may be helpful alongside therapy or when therapy is not currently accessible. They include both general mental health resources and supports for specific identities, communities, and lived experiences.
Resources are provided for informational purposes only and are not affiliated with this practice.
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Info-Social 811
Free psychosocial support, consultation, and referrals from social workers for emotional distress, relationship difficulties, grief, family concerns, and other life challenges. Available 24/7 across Quebec.
https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/mental-health/finding-help-and-support-for-mental-health
BounceBack Quebec
A free skill-building program designed to help individuals manage anxiety, stress, worry, depression, and low mood.
Relief
Support groups, workshops, and resources for individuals living with anxiety or depression, as well as their loved ones.
CLSC Mental Health Services
Publicly funded psychosocial and mental health services available through local CLSCs.
https://www.quebec.ca/en/health/finding-a-resource/clsc
McGill Psychoeducational and Counselling Clinic
Low-cost psychotherapy provided by supervised graduate student clinicians.
https://www.mcgill.ca/edu-ecp/clinic
UQAM Psychological Services Centre
Low-cost psychological services provided by supervised doctoral students.
https://psychologie.uqam.ca/centre-de-services-psychologiques
Université de Montréal Centre de services psychologiques
Psychological services provided by supervised graduate students.
https://psy.umontreal.ca/ressources-services/centre-de-services-psychologiques
Open Path Collective
Reduced-cost psychotherapy provided by participating mental health professionals.
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988 Suicide Crisis Helpline
24/7 crisis support by phone or text for anyone experiencing suicidal thoughts, emotional distress, or concern about a loved one.
Call or text: 988
Suicide.ca
Crisis intervention, chat support, educational resources, and suicide prevention services.
Quebec Crisis Centres Directory
A directory of crisis centres across Quebec offering free, specialized crisis intervention services, many of which are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Services may include crisis counselling, telephone support, mobile crisis intervention, and short-term crisis accommodation.
https://stationsme.ca/en/staff-members/tools-for-staff-members/liste-des-centres-de-crise-au-quebec/
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The Lavender Collective
A collective of BIPOC therapists and healing practitioners offering culturally responsive and anti-oppressive mental health services. Some providers offer reduced-fee or sliding scale services.
https://www.lavendercollective.ca
Black Mental Health Canada
Provides culturally relevant mental health resources, education, and community support for Black individuals and families across Canada.
Black Youth Helpline
A culturally responsive helpline supporting Black youth, families, and communities across Canada through referrals, advocacy, and psychosocial support.
National Association of Friendship Centres
Provides culturally grounded support, programming, and referrals through Indigenous Friendship Centres across Canada.
Montreal City Mission – Refugee & Newcomer Services
Provides support, referrals, and community resources for refugees, asylum seekers, and newcomers navigating settlement and wellbeing.
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Head & Hands / À Deux Mains
Free, youth-oriented, non-judgmental counselling and support services for youth ages 12–25 in Montreal, regardless of neighbourhood.
Free and confidential support for youth through phone, text, online chat, and forums.
Kids Help Phone
24/7 counselling, texting, and crisis support for youth and young adults across Canada.
Aire ouverte
Integrated health and psychosocial services for youth aged 12–25, including mental health support, sexual health services, and social support.
https://www.quebec.ca/sante/trouver-une-ressource/aire-ouverte
Dans la Rue
Support services, housing assistance, employment programs, and mental health resources for vulnerable youth.
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Montreal Pride Therapy Network
A network of 2SLGBTQIA+ affirming mental health professionals serving Quebec. Some providers offer low-cost or sliding scale therapy options.
https://www.pridetherapynetwork.com
McGill University Sexual Identity Centre (MUSIC)
Specialized mental health services for individuals, couples, and families exploring sexual orientation, gender identity, relationships, coming out, and the impacts of discrimination. Services are covered by RAMQ with a referral.
https://muhc.ca/mentalhealth/music
Centre communautaire LGBTQ+ de Montréal
Provides community programming, support groups, referrals, social activities, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, families, and allies. The Centre also offers programming for newcomers, older adults, youth, and trans communities.
Interligne
24/7 support, information, and referrals for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, loved ones, and professionals.
Project 10
Support, programming, and resources for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and young adults in Montreal.
Trans Lifeline
Peer support hotline run by and for transgender people.
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Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN)
A disability rights organization run by and for autistic people that promotes self-advocacy, accessibility, neurodiversity, and disability justice.
AQETA
Provides advocacy, education, and resources related to learning disabilities, neurodivergence, and educational accessibility in Quebec.
Disability Visibility Project
A community-driven project amplifying disabled voices through storytelling, advocacy, and disability justice resources.
https://disabilityvisibilityproject.com
Disability Without Poverty
A Canadian disability advocacy organization focused on accessibility, inclusion, disability rights, and reducing systemic barriers faced by disabled people.
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SOS Violence Conjugale
24/7 confidential support, crisis intervention, safety planning, information, and referrals for individuals affected by intimate partner violence, whether they are experiencing, witnessing, or concerned about abuse.
https://sosviolenceconjugale.ca
CALACS
Free support, accompaniment, advocacy, and counselling for survivors of sexual violence throughout Quebec.
CAVAC
Free support, information, and accompaniment services for victims of crime and traumatic events throughout Quebec.
IVAC
Provides compensation, reimbursement, and support services for individuals who have experienced criminal acts, including sexual violence, domestic violence, and other violent crimes.