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Youth (Ages 12 to 25)

Youth Programs at CMHA

(Ages 12 to 25)

Experiencing mental health issues or mental illness is not something to be ashamed of. If you’re looking for help, you’ve come to the right place.

We provide safe and confidential support through walk-in visits, ongoing individual counselling, and groups and workshops.

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MOBYSS

MOBYSS is a mobile bus that brings free, confidential, and walk-in mental and physical health support directly to youth in a safe and welcoming environment. No referral needed for mental health counselling or nurse practitioner appointments.

Virtual counselling support
Virtual primary care (medical and physical health) support

Physical health care appointments are not available through the virtual clinic.

Check when MOBYSS is coming to your school
360∘ Kids

Questions about MOBYSS?

Check our FAQ document.
Email us: youth@cmha-yr.on.ca
Call us: 289.879.2376

Individualized Care

Counselling and case management support offers a safe space to talk about anything on your mind, from anxiety and depression to peer pressure or thoughts of suicide. Work one-on-one with a registered mental health professional who can offer practical tools like mindfulness, coping strategies, and ways to manage difficult emotions. Referall is required.

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Questions about individualized services? Contact our Central Intake team.

Email us: intake@cmha-yr.on.ca
Call us: 905.841.3977
Toll Free: 1.866.345.0183 ext. 3321.

Contact Us to Register for Support

There is no doctor’s referral or OHIP required; you can refer yourself, a friend, or family member at any time. If you need help getting referred, you can talk to your school social worker or contact us at:

Call: 905.841.3977
Toll Free: 1.866.345.0183 ext. 3321.
Email: intake@cmha-yr.on.ca

Other programs and services for youth:

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BounceBack Ontario (15+)

Through safe and friendly telephone coaching, workbooks and online videos, BounceBack can help you cope with your thoughts and emotions.

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Gender Affirming Health Clinic (12+)

Aims to create a safe, confidential, and inclusive space to get culturally competent and gender-affirming care to trans and gender diverse people.

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H.O.P.E - Early Psychosis Intervention (14 to 35)

Helps young adults in York Region and South Simcoe who are experiencing a first episode of psychosis to get their lives back on track and stay well.

Learn More

Mental Health & Justice Youth Court (12 to 17)

Provides assistance with developing bail plans and assisting youth, and their families, in custody and upon their release.

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Newcomers’ Health and Well-Being (12+)

Provides mental health and primary care services to newcomers in York Region and South Simcoe who have physical and mental health concerns.

Learn More

FREE courses that promote recovery, well-being, and knowledge

Take courses at your own pace to support your recovery journey, build your best life, increase skills, and connect to community.

College of Health and Well-Being

Request a Mental Health or Wellness Workshop for Youth

Bring expert-led workshops to your school or organization! Our programs help youth learn practical skills for mental wellness, coping, and resilience in a supportive, interactive setting. Questions about our groups and workshops? Email youth@cmha-yr.on.ca.

Request Form

Have us at a Community Event

CMHA Youth Programs (including MOBYSS) participate in various community booths, festivals, mental health events and more!

 

 

Request Form
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If you are 16+ you can also access our adult mental health programs

View Adult Programs

Francophone Integration Pathway

Si vous voulez accéder aux services en français, veuillez contacter notre équipe d’acceuil centrale à intake@cmha-yr.on.ca ou appelez-nous au 1.866.345.0183.

If you wish to access French language services, please contact our Central Intake team at intake@cmha-yr.on.ca or call us at 1.866.345.0183.

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