Adult Mental Health Services

Antidepressant Skills Workbook: Simon Fraser University A self-care manual that “provides an overview of depression, explains how it can be effectively managed according to the best available research, and gives a step-by-step guide to changing patterns that trigger depression”.

Anxiety Disorders Association of Manitoba (ADAM) Provides self-help resources and programs for managing anxiety, including Coaching for Confidence and the Anxiety & Worry Support Program.

Anxiety Canada Contains strategies and tools for managing anxiety across the lifespan, along with resources for educators and links to podcasts. Highlights the free, Mindshift CBT app and online self-help anxiety courses. Mindshift CBT Group Therapy is also offered at a cost.

Body Peace Canada Free online program for Canadians aged 14+ living with an eating disorder or are concerned with their relationship with food, body, or exercise. Resources include peer support groups, individual mentoring, chat-based support, self-paced learning materials, videos, and written resources.

Bounce Back “A free mental health coaching program designed to help adults and youth 13+ manage low mood, mild to moderate depression, anxiety, stress or worry. Delivered online or over the phone with a coach, you will get access to tools that will support you on your path to mental wellness”.

Canadian Centre on Substance Use & Addiction A collection of informational resources, publications, emerging research, and news articles on various topics related to substance use and addictions.

Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) “CMHA provides advocacy and resources that help to prevent mental health problems and illnesses, support recovery and resilience, and enable all Canadians to flourish and thrive.” Along with resources, this website contains a registration hub for numerous free courses that can be taken virtually or in-person.

Canadian Psychological Association Direct link to the “Psychology Works” Fact Sheets which provide reliable information on a variety of mental illness, wellbeing, and related topics.

Caring Together Written resources intended to “educate, support, and empower parents caring for a seriously ill child and those who are experiencing pregnancy or infant loss”. Topics including supporting your child, yourself, and your family, navigating your healthcare team, community supports, care at the end of life, and grief & bereavement support.

Center for Mindful Self-Compassion A collection of free guided meditation practices along with the option of paid courses.

Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD) Written resources, podcasts, webinars, and online community for children, parents, and adults with ADD/AHD as well as professionals and educators.

Children of Parents with a Mental Illness Information for children, young people, parents, family & friends, and professionals about having a parent or parenting with a mental illness.

Cognitive Behavioral Interpersonal Skills Manual Contains various worksheets on many topics such as thought stopping, boundary setting, relaxation, movement, etc along with basic information of depression and anxiety.

Cognitive Behaviroual Therapy with Mindfulness (CBTm) “CBTm is an education program designed to help you build your skill set and improve your mental wellness.” Register for free, virtual, CBTm programs for Adults (18+), Turning Pages (50+), Public Safety, Personal, Military & Veterans, Healthcare Workers, and CBTm in CancerCare.

DBT Self-Help Dialectical Behavioral Therapy resources that provide techniques to manage emotions, handle stress, and navigate life’s challenges.

Empowering Families Affected by Psychosis Free, online course consisting of 6 modules for families and friends of people who have experienced a first episode of psychosis. Learn about what psychosis is, how you can support your loved on, the challenges and impact this may have on you, and self-care strategies that you can use to reduce your stress while supporting others.

FACE COVID: How to Respond Effectively to the Corona Crisis Practical steps for responding to the COVID crisis, using principles of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT).

Family Guide to Mental Health Recovery Peer-to-peer family videos, documentaries, online forum and text information & education resources designed to give family members real life guidance, insight and hope from families who have made the journey before you.

Heads Up Guys Contains “strategies for improving mental health and preventing suicide” for men. Includes resources such as a “roadmap to recovery”, information for family & friends, and free self-help courses on rewiring negative thoughts, mindfulness, and managing anger.

Informed Choices About Depression Up-to-date information about depression and treatments for depression. Includes written resources, articles, personal stories, and fact sheets.

Manitoba Harm Reduction Harm Reduction information and resources for people living in the Interlake-Eastern region. This site highlights sterile needle distribution along with other fact sheets.

Interlake-Easten RHA: Healthy Living – Health Promotion Information, resources, and education programs for IERHA residents that are geared towards preventing chronic disease before it happens and helping those who are living with chronic disease make choices that can help to slow or prevent the progression of disease.

Manitoba Harm Reduction Harm reduction is using strategies, programs and policies to reduce negative health, social and economic consequences associated with the use of legal or illegal substances. This site contains links to Harm Reduction programs and general information on fentanyl, opioid overdose, and naloxone kits.

Manitoba Farm & Rural Support Services ​Telephone and online counselling for anyone who lives on a Manitoba farm, or in a rural or Northern community.

Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) Innovative programs and tools to support the mental health and wellness of Canadians.

Mental Health Education Resource Centre of Manitoba Physical and electronic library with a collection of books, audio books, videos, journals, presentation kits, courses, and newsletters on various mental health and wellness topics. Free, but a membership is required to access library.

Mind Your Mind Information, resources, and tools to help manage stress, crisis, and mental health problems for young people aged 14 to 29.

Mood Disorders Association of Manitoba Support, education, and advocacy for those living with mental health illnesses. Offers peer support along with programming for women, men, indigenous, postpartum support, disordered eating, youth, and seniors.

Nobody’s Perfect – Parent Resource Tip sheets on numerous subjects related to child development and parenting. Contact information for parent groups is also available.

Pandemic and Anxiety Helpful strategies for managing anxiety during the COVID pandemic.

Peer Connections Manitoba Education and support for Manitobans and their families, offering empathy, validation, and hope from those with lived experience.

Postpartum Depression Association of Manitoba “Not-for-profit volunteer organization, made up of both professionals and mothers with lived experience, that is committed to helping Manitoba families affected by Postpartum Depression get connected with the help they need now.” Website contains information about perinatal mood disorders and an extensive list of community programs and written resources.

Power over Pain Portal Access to free resources for Canadians living with chronic pain. Provides written resources, videos, peer support, phone support, and live virtual workshops.

PSPNET Mental health support for public safety personnel (PSP) or first responders, and resources for family members of public safety personnel or first responders. Provides an online, self-guided well-being course for PSP or their spouses along with links to current research.

PTSD Association of Canada Education and resources for people who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), people who are at risk for PTSD, and people who care for traumatized individuals.

Rainbow Resource Centre Rainbow Resource Centre “Offers support to the 2SLGBTQ+ community in the form of counselling, education, and programming for individuals ranging from children through to 55+. It also supports families, friends, and employers of 2SLGBTQ+ individuals.”

RAAM Clinic “Walk-in clinics for adults (ages 18+) looking to get help with high-risk substance use and addiction.” Services may include education, counselling, medication, and/ or referrals to other specialized services.

Canadian Association for Suicide Prevention Information and resources for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts, suicide attempt survivors, concerned family & friends, and bereaved loved ones.

Taking Charge of your Health & Wellbeing Learn how a holistic approach to wellbeing can help you discover health, contentment, purpose, and connection.

The Self-Care Project A collection of free, evidence-based workbooks on a variety of common mental health concerns.

Turning Pages Program Community-based mental health program on Facebook offering education, skill building, peer support, and community connections for individuals over the age of 50.

Weeding Out The Facts Information about recreational cannabis use for people living in Manitoba.

Wellness Together Canada Explore written resources, videos, self-paced courses, or connect with an online counsellor.

Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) “The WRAP process supports you to identify the tools that keep you well and create action plans to put them into practice in your everyday life”. Find WRAP written resources on a variety of topics along with videos of how to put these tools into action.

Women’s Health Clinic Information and resources for women living in Manitoba on health services, counselling, abortion, parenting support, pregnancy and infant loss, etc.