About our Resources
The resources at Clarity Counselling provide valuable support and guidance for individuals, couples, and families navigating life’s challenges.
From self-help tools to community resources and expert insights, our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and support needed for personal growth and well-being.
Crisis Support
If you’re in search of crisis support, there are multiple agencies that provide free 24/7 support. Please note that Clarity counsellors are not available to provide crisis support outside of scheduled session times
Here 24/7 - Crisis Support
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Where: Waterloo, Kitchener, Cambridge, and Wellington areas
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Availability: 24/7 by phone
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Phone: 1-844-HERE247 (1-844-437-3247)
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Where: Nationwide
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Availability: 24/7 by phone or text message
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Phone or text: 988
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Kids Help Phone – Crisis support for kids, youth, and young adults
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Where: Nationwide
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Availability: 24/7 by phone or text message
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Phone: 1-800-668-6868
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Text: 686868
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Mental health
There is no health without mental health, and mental health is more than the presence or absence of a diagnosable mental health condition. Everyone has mental health. For more information on mental health in a Canadian context, check out this useful summary from the Canadian Mental Health Association. These resources are here to offer support and guidance, but they’re not meant to replace the care and connection that come from working with a registered therapist.
Explore tools and information to support your emotional well-being. From stress management tips to self-care strategies, these resources are here to help you navigate everyday challenges and build resilience.
Anxiety
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Anxiety Canada: a great go-to for learning about anxiety for different age groups, including children and older adults, and accessing resources to help with anxiety.
Depression
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The Dot Canada, “Depression is not a choice”: this webpage explains what depression is, clears up common myths, and explores different experiences of depression as well as treatment options.
Self-Care
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An interactive self-care guide: a step-by-step self-care guide if you’re struggling with where or how to start.
Suicide
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Skills for Safer Living: a 20-week skills-based group and peer support group for people with recurring thoughts and behaviours related to suicide.
More Resources:
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Resources Around Me, Kids Help Phone: a platform of vetted apps, programs, services, and tools, searchable by location or topic.
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2SLGBTQIA+
This is for individuals who are part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, their loved ones, or anyone wanting to learn more about this community and how they can support them. This includes Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bi, pan, trans, non-binary, questioning, queer, intersex, asexual, aromantic individuals, and more
Local Resources
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Spectrum: facilitates various support groups and fun events in the Waterloo region, and has online resources for learning.
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Out On The Shelf: offers digital and physical resources and workshops, in the Guelph and Wellington area.
Support
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LGBT Youthline: peer support for people aged 29 and under in Ontario.
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Trans Lifeline: peer support for trans people by trans people in Canada.
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The Enchante Network: a list of pride centres and 2SLGBTQIA+ service providers in Ontario and across Canada, such as community support groups and programs.
Education
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The Trevor Project: an excellent resource for learning more about 2SLGBTQIA+ identities and experiences.
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Rainbow Health Ontario: provides training on 2SLGBTQIA+ experiences for health care providers, and has an inclusive service provider directory.
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Egale: research, education, awareness, and advocacy for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights in Canada.
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The Dot Canada: a list of online Canadian and local resources.
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Indigenous
For individuals who are Indigenous, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples, and for anyone looking to learn more about the land we reside on, calls to action for reconciliation, and more
Crisis Support; All Available Nationwide, 24/7
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National Indian Residential School Crisis Line, for Indian Residential School survivors and their families.
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Phone Number: 1-866-925-4419
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Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Crisis Line
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Phone Number: 1-844-413-6649
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Hope for Wellness Help Line
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Phone Number: 1-855-242-3310
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Online chat: hopeforwellness.ca
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Community Resources
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Anishnabeg Outreach: hub of resources, events, and programs; Waterloo Region and nationally
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Healing of the Seven Generations: offers a variety of community programs and supports; Waterloo region
Health and Wellness Services
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Southwest Aboriginal Health Access Centre (SOAHAC): wholistic health and wellness services, including primary care, mental healthcare, Indigenous midwifery, and more; primary care clinic in Cambridge; outreach services available for communities surrounding the Six Nations of the Grand River and Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation
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White Owl Native Ancestry Association: wholistic programs and services for children, youth, and families, including community events, outreach services, and traditional healing services; Waterloo, Wellington, and Dufferin regions
Justice, Housing, and Employment
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Ahwenehaode Indigenous Justice Program: access to justice, law services, and legal aid; Waterloo, Guelph, Wellington, and Mississauga regions
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KW Urban Native Wigwam Project: culturally safe and affordable housing option; may have a waitlist; Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge areas
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NPAAMB Indigenous Youth Employment and Training: skills development and training for urban Aboriginal youth ages 15-30; Kitchener, Ohsweken, and Southern Ontario
The Haldimand Tract and its Peoples
Reconciliation and Calls to Action
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The Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Calls to Action
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The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP)
Education
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Relationship
Supporting Indigenous Communities: Discover programs, tools, and information dedicated to the well-being, rights, and advancement of Indigenous peoples.
Romantic Relationships
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Gottman Institute – Research-based tools for couples therapy & communication.
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Hold Me Tight by Dr. Sue Johnson – Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) framework.
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Couples Therapy (Podcast by Esther Perel) – Real sessions with couples, insightful dynamics.
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Lasting (App) – Couples therapy app based on science-backed methods like Gottman and EFT.
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Paired (App) – Daily relationship questions, quizzes, and advice to strengthen connection.
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Relish (App) – Personalized coaching for couples with progress tracking and exercises.
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Family Relationships
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The Whole-Brain Child by Dr. Dan Siegel – Great for parent-child understanding.
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Family Systems Therapy (Bowen Theory– Useful in identifying patterns in families.
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Siblings Without Rivalry by Adele Faber & Elaine Mazlish – Conflict resolution for siblings.
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Parent Lab (App) – Evidence-based parenting advice for different developmental stages.
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OurFamilyWizard (App) – Co-parenting communication tool designed to reduce conflict.
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Mightier (App for kids) – Helps children manage emotions with biofeedback games, great for parent-child therapy
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Friendships
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Platonic by Marisa Franco – Science-backed guide to building meaningful adult friendships.
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The Art of Showing Up by Rachel Wilkerson Miller – Strengthening connections through presence and vulnerability.
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Therapy for Black Girls (Podcast & Community)– Great for emotional support around friendships and self-worth.
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Toss (App) – A fun way to stay in touch with friends via surprise video messages.
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Cocoon (App) – Private group sharing for close friends or family, ideal for deeper bonds.
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Meetup (App) – To form or rebuild friendships through interest-based group events.
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Workplace Relationships
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Radical Candor by Kim Scott– Honest communication and leadership with care.
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Crucial Conversations by Patterson, Grenny, et al. – Tools for handling high-stakes discussions.
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Mindful Work by David Gelles – Brings mindfulness into work relationships and stress management.
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BetterUp (App/Platform) – Coaching focused on leadership, emotional intelligence, and workplace dynamics.
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Officevibe – Feedback and engagement tool to improve team communication and trust.
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Headspace for Work – Mindfulness app tailored for workplace well-being and relationship management.
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Many insurance and benefit companies cover counselling services
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