Frida has compiled a comprehensive list of ADHD resources for you in British Columbia. Check out the drop downs below for more information.
Unfortunately, B.C. is currently undergoing an unprecedented family physician and nurse practitioner (NP) shortage. There is no list of providers or database to register to.
However, the below resources offer directions on how to go about looking. You may also call 8-1-1 for support in trying to find a primary care practitioner.
BC College of Family Physicians
You may also access care for urgent, non-emergency situations at Urgent Primary Care Centres.
For further support, you may wish to reach out to https://bc211.ca/ 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.
| 1-800-SUICIDE (BC-wide) | 1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433) |
| Mental Health Support Line (BC-wide) | 310-6789 1-866-872-0113 (TTY for hearing impaired) |
| Vancouver Coastal Health Region – Vancouver, Richmond, North Shore, Sea to Sky | 604-872-3311 1-866-661-3311 (toll free for Howe Sound, Sunshine Coast & Bella Coola |
| Online Service for Adults | www.CrisisCentreChat.ca |
| Seniors’ Distress Line | 604-872-1234 |
| KUU-US Crisis Response Services provides culturally sensitive support and counselling to First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples 24 hours a day, seven days a week. | 1-800-KUU-US17 (1-800-588-8717) |
| The Métis Crisis Line is available for immediate crisis intervention, but also a variety of other issues like relationship troubles, depression and anxiety, financial issues, and bullying and peer pressure support. | 1-833-MÉTISBC (1-833-638-4722) |
| Fraser Health Crisis Line | 604-951-8855 or 1-877-820-7444 |
| HealthLink BC - access free, non-emergency health information from a registered nurse | Dial 8-1-1 or healthlink.bc.ca |
Walk-in mental health service, able to connect pt’s to short-term programming, crisis stabilization, psychiatric assessment and/or assignment to community Mental Health Teams. 803 West 12th Avenue Level 1 East Entrance Vancouver, BC
Phone: (604) 675-3700
Fax: (604) 675-3705
Hours: 7 days/week/holidays • Walk-ins: 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. • Phone lines: 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m
Surrey Urgent Crisis Response Centre
An urgent care response centre for adults (19 years and older) with urgent mental health and substance use concerns.A central point of access for adults (19 years and older) in Surrey who are experiencing urgent mental health and substance use concerns and who voluntarily seek and require urgent care, but don’t require hospitalization.
(604) 953-6200 13750 96th Avenue, Surrey
Services include:
• Crisis stabilization
• Assessment and psychiatric consultation
• Treatment initiation
• Connection to community-based services
Richmond Mental Health & Substance Use
Anyone of any age can call 604-204-1111 to connect with teams that support youth, adults, and older adults in Richmond
Fraser Health Mental Health & Substance Use
No centralized intake point: https://www.fraserhealth.ca/health-topics-a-to-z/mental-health-and-substance-use/mentalhealth-and-substance-use-centres#.Y3u6DuzMLAM
ACCESS Mental Health & Substance Use (Intake service for Interior Health)
No referral required : 310-MHSU (6478)
Northern Health Mental Health & Substance
Use Specific intake processes by community: https://www.northernhealth.ca/services/mental-health-substance-use/services-by-community
Island Health Access
Referral by community: https://www.islandhealth.ca/our-services/mental-health-substance-use-services/accessreferrals-mental-health-substance-use-services
Victoria
Centralized intake/self-referral: https://www.islandhealth.ca/our-services/mental-health-substance-use-services/access-referrals-mental-health-substance-use-services/referrals-victoria-mental-health-substance-use
First Nations Health Authority
Culturally safe and trauma-informed care. Access to counselling, wellness services, virtual doctor - can do referrals to psychiatry if needed: https://www.fnha.ca/what-we-do/mental-wellness-and-substance-use/mental-health-andwellness-supports
Contact: adhd@parhar.com
Psychiatrist, Telehealth ADHD (requires a referral)
Contact: info@adhdvancouver.ca
CBT Skills Group Program - Virtual, Requires Referral
A 8-week virtual CBT group, covered by MSP with practitioner referral. Low wait times. You are required to pay a $65 deposit to secure a spot in program, which is refunded if you attend all sessions (with one absence permitted).
Developed by Vancouver Coastal Health, Keltey's Key is a free online self-directed programming for Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Substance Use, Chronic Pain, Panic, Insomnia & Family Support.
The Canadian Mental Health Association offers various wellness programs within British Columbia, including the BounceBack program (free, evidence based program for mild to moderate depression, low mood, stress, anxiety) and Confident Parents program (telephone based coaching service for parents and caregivers).
Seven agencies haven come together to form this BC partnership, aiming to provide access to quality information on mental health, illness and substance use.
Virtual services with drop-in or scheduled counselling appointments, peer support and groups for individuals between the ages of 12 and 24 and their caregivers.
Free collection of resources and counsellors for mental health and substance use. Practice skills with courses, connect with others and track results with regular assessments.
BC Government Virtual Mental Health Supports Guide
The government of BC has compiled information and services around mental health and substance use including a service map and options for housing.
Center for ADHD Awareness Canada
CADDAC has mapped coaching and other resource clinics around Canada to find local support near you.
Mindshift uses CBT based tools to help reorient thinking and 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.