Frida has compiled a comprehensive list of ADHD resources in Ontario, including mental health organizations, emergency services, therapy options, and virtual support groups.
https://www.ontario.ca/page/find-family-doctor-or-nurse-practitioner
For further support, you may wish to reach out to https://211ontario.ca/search/, who may be able to help you with local programs and resources. They are also available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and are reachable through text, live chat or by phone.
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health Referral(CAMH):
Toronto, ON - multiple sites
https://www.camh.ca/en/your-care/access-camh/referral-form
Community Resource List for ADHD from CAMH:
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences:
Whitby, ON - Multiple sites (Durham, Kawartha Lakes, Newmarket)
https://www.ontarioshores.ca/accessing-care/make-referral-ontario-shores
Access MHA: New Single Point of Entry for Mental Health and Addictions Support
Ottawa; Pembroke; Cornwall; Hawkesbury, and surrounding areas including Lanark, Leeds and Grenville; Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry; Prescott-Russell; and Renfrew.
Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA)
London, ON - multiple sites
https://cmhamiddlesex.ca/intake-form/
Should you ever feel you are in need of urgent, emergency support, please contact one of the providers below.
Toronto Distress Centres: 416 408-4357 or 408-HELP
Gerstein Centre: 416 929-5200
Spectra Helpline: 416 920-0497 or 905 459-7777 for Brampton and Mississauga residents
TTY: 905 278-4890
Languages: English, Punjabi, Hindi, Urdu, Spanish, Portuguese
Assaulted Women's Helpline: 416 863-0511; Toll-free: 1 866 863-0511
Kids Help Phone: 1 800 668-6868;
Community Crisis Line Scarborough and Rouge Hospital: 416 495-2891
Service borders: south to the lake, north to Steeles Avenue, east to Port Union Road, and west to Victoria Park
Durham Crisis and Mental Health Line: 905 666-0483
Distress Centre Halton:
Oakville: 905-849-4541
Burlington: 905-681-1488
Milton/Halton Hills: 905-877-1211
Psychology Today has curated this list of counselling options for registered psychologists and counsellors in the Ontario area who are experienced with ADHD.
The government of Ontario offers a consolidated list of support sources categorized by groups (e.g., resources for work, newcomers to Canada)
Online therapist-guided Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. CBT is one of the most effective forms of therapy and you will work through activities and exercises that lead to changes in your mindset.
Mindbeacon - Can be covered by some insurance
Mindbeacon offers a variety of mental health support including guided CBT programs, live therapy sessions and in-person CBT clinics. Access to a 24/7 crisis text line is also offered.
Subscription-based interactive skills self-help program that provides CBT-based training for depression and anxiety
Mindshift uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) based tools to help users reorient thinking and their behavioural strategies. The anxiety app is free for users, with additional offerings such as group therapy offered at a fee.
CADDAC runs a series of support groups, divided by region and group (e.g., parents, young adults)
Annie from CADDAC will connect you with support groups and other resources within your area. Please contact CADDAC using the information listed.