Mental Health & Addictions Recovery Resources
Newfoundland and Labrador

A comprehensive guide for educators, parents, youth, and individuals seeking mental health and wellness support across the province.

Immediate Crisis Support

If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs urgent help:

  • 📞 911 – For emergencies or immediate risk to life
  • 📞 811 – NL Mental Health Crisis Line (24/7)
    • For mental health and addictions crisis support
  • 📞 988 – Canadian Suicide Crisis Line (24/7)
  • 📞 Kids Help Phone (24/7)
  • 📞 Hope for Wellness Help Line (24/7)

Non-Crisis Support & Peer Services

  • Lifewise Warmline (Peer Support)
    • Confidential support from trained peers with lived experience
    • 🕒 Daily: 10 AM – Midnight
    • 📞 English: 1-855-753-2560
    • 📞 French: 1-833-753-5460
    • 🌐 lifewisenl.ca
  • Mental Health & Addictions Systems Navigator
    • Get help accessing the right services
    • 📞 709-752-3916 or 1-877-999-7589
    • 🕒 Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • 211 NL
    • Free, confidential information on health and social services
    • 📞 Dial 2-1-1
    • 🌐 nl.211.ca

Walk-In & Single-Session Counselling

  • Doorways Counselling Services
    • Same-day, single-session counselling (in-person, phone, or video)
    • 📌 No referral or appointment needed
    • 🌐 Find a location

Self-Help & Guided Tools

Explore self-guided online supports via Bridge the Gapp:

  • BreathingRoom (ages 13–24) – Online emotional wellness program
  • TAO – Therapy Assistance Online – CBT and mindfulness tools
  • MindWell U – 30-day mindfulness challenge
  • Breaking Free Online – Substance use recovery support
  • Well Central – Recovery College – Free courses for personal growth
  • Wellness Webinars – Topics on stress, coping, and resilience
  • 🌐 Bridge the Gapp

Specialised Coaching & Therapy for Families

  • Strongest Families Institute (SFI)

Substance Use & Gambling Support

  • Alcoholics Anonymous NL
  • Narcotics Anonymous NL
  • Problem Gambling Helpline (24/7)
  • Smokers’ Helpline

Regional & Specialized Services

Provided by Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services, supporting all ages and needs:

📞 Mental Health Navigator: 1-877-999-7589
🌐 Mental Health & Addictions Services

Special Population Supports

📋 Quick Reference Table

Service Type
Contact Info
Emergency Services 📞 911
Crisis Line (24/7) 📞 811
Kids Help Phone 📞 1-800-668-6868 / Text CONNECT to 686868
Lifewise Warmline 📞 1-855-753-2560 (EN) / 1-833-753-5460 (FR)
Mental Health Navigator 📞 709-752-3916 / 1-877-999-7589
Bridge the Gapp (Self-help) 🌐 bridgethegapp.ca
Strongest Families Institute 📞 1-866-470-7111
Doorways Counselling 🌐 Find a Location
Hope for Wellness Line 📞 1-855-242-3310

🧭 Not Sure Where to Start?

If you’re unsure how to get help:

📞 Call 811 or Mental Health Navigator: 1-877-999-7589
You’ll be guided to the right supports based on your needs.

WordPress Appliance - Powered by TurnKey Linux