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Mental Health & Addictions Services in Middlesex County


For crisis mental health supports, please visit the Crisis Services page. 
 

Services in Middlesex County

► Supports for adults 
  • CMHA Thames Valley Addiction and Mental Health Services (TVAMHS) (Strathroy Site) Counselling, crisis response, activity programs, information and referral services for individuals 16 years and older experiencing serious and ongoing mental health issues; assessment and treatment for people with substance use, internet, gaming and problem gambling issues


iHEAL Program

iHEAL is an evidence-based health promotion program that supports women who are taking steps to address violence in their life or its effects on their wellbeing. Abuse can take a toll on a woman’s health, safety, and well-being, even after they separate from an abusive partner.

  • iHEAL is a free program for women who have experienced any form of abuse from a current or ex-partner.
  • Women receive specialize care by a Registered Nurse who has completed specialized education to support women of various backgrounds experiencing IPV.
  • iHEAL helps women connect to other community agencies and supports.

Who is eligible?

Anyone who:

  • Identifies as a woman over the age of 18 years
  • Is experiencing or has experienced violence from a current or former partner
  • Is taking steps to address the violence or its effects on her life
  • Sees iHEAL as a good fit with some of her interests and needs
  • Lives in London or Middlesex County 

 How to refer:

*Please note that iHEAL is not a crisis service*


 
► Supports for children & youth

Tandem Crisis Support Services Tandem (formerly The Crisis and Intake Team – CIT) is a 24/7 Crisis Support Services and Intake team for:

  • Vanier Children’s Mental Wellness for birth – 12
  • Humana Community Services for ages 13-18
  • Craigwood Children, Youth & Family Services for ages 12-18 Call 519-433-0334 anytime day or night.
Tandem is a one-stop referral and intake point, Tandem works together with young people and their families to connect them to community resources that are designed to provide immediate mental health support to children and youth. The Tandem team coordinates the intake process for Vanier, Craigwood and Humana.

Who is eligible? Children and Youth from birth to 18 yrs of age and their parents/guardians.


Vanier Children’s Services (Mental Wellness) – Talk-in Clinics (various locations in Middlesex) Drop-in counselling sessions for children, youth, and their families 


Reach Out (for people 16 years and older)
Trained professionals offer support, information and education. Direct transfers to crisis response team or can book a call back from a mental health or addictions services within 48 business hours of call.
Call: 519-433-2023 or 1-866-933-2023
Text: 519-433-2023
 


► Provincial Services 

Ontario Structured Psychotherapy
If you or the parents you know are feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) West Region (OSP West) offers FREE therapy to adults 18+ to help build coping strategies and resilience.    

Ontario Structured Psychotherapy (OSP) offers free, short-term, evidence-based Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) for adults 18+ living in Ontario who have depression, anxiety, or anxiety-related concerns. 

OSP West provides Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). Therapy is available in three formats:  
  • Self-guided CBT with support from a clinician or coach  
  • Group CBT led by a therapist  
  • One-on-one CBT with a therapist
For more information:
ConnexOntario 
Free 24/7 access to mental health, addiction, and problem gambling inforamtion. Toll free 1-866- 531-2600. Text 247247


Drug Free Canada Parent Support Hub

Do you have concerns about your child’s use of substances? You’re not alone. This free online support service is available 24/7 for anyone worried about the use of substances by a young person in their life. Call 1 866 381-1511 

The Parent Support Hub gives you immediate, free access to care representatives who are available 24/7 to answer your questions and concerns about your child’s drug use, guiding you to relevant resources and immediate or schedule short term counselling tailored to your needs.

Whether you want to help a young person address their substance use, support their efforts to overcome problematic substance use, or simply need support through a challenging time, this free service can help guide you through the relevant information and resources available, and refer you to a mental health professional for family or individual counselling at no charge.

Care representatives will listen to your concerns, challenges, and problems and propose a course of action along with a list of helpful resources specific to your situation. They will also help you access a counsellor to provide immediate counselling support or schedule short term counselling sessions, together with your child or individually.

 

Services across Middlesex County and London  

General 
Mental Health for Children and Youth 
Mental Health Peer and Family Programs 
Community Mental Health Programs 
Mental Health Hospital Programs 
Counselling – Family, Couple, Individual 


Mental Health Topics
Eating Disorders 
Bereavement Support 
Mood and Anxiety Disorders 
Self-Harm 
Suicide 


Addictions
Addiction Support Groups 
Addiction Education and Prevention
Community Withdrawal Management 
Residential Treatment for People with Addictions
Alcohol and Drug Addiction Assessment and Treatment 
Community Withdrawal Management



Information on Indigenous Services 
Health and social services for Indigenous communities are often a combination of traditional healing, primary care, cultural programs, health promotion programs, resource centres, community development initiatives, and social support services. Indigenous peoples are the descendants of the original inhabitants of North America, who identify as First Nations, Métis, or Inuit.

The three First Nations communities closest in proximity to Middlesex County and the City of London are: Chippewa of the Thames First Nation (part of the Anishinaabe); Oneida Nation of the Thames (part of the Haudenosaunee); and, Munsee-Delaware Nation (part of the Leni-Lunaape). 

 

Need More Help?

Community Connectors are fundamental to helping Middlesex County families get connected to the services and supports they need.   Contact a Community Connector by phone, email or in-person.  Visit the Community Connector page for more information.  


For More Information 

For more information on mental health and addictions services visit the the Health & Wellness page on Familyinfo.ca. 


Helpful Resources

The Help Yourself Through Hard Times resource is a guide to basic needs services for London and Middlesex County. It lists services that provide assistance to individuals and families on limited incomes during times of financial hardship. The booklet is updated once a year, and is available for download (see below), or in print form from the City of London or at many social service locations in London.



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