Mental Health Resources
Graduate school is complicated. Some days are better than others, and there is no wrong time to reach out to the support services that are available to you.
Connect with Others
Drop-in, low commitment resources to connect with peers and professionals.
Graduate Counselling Services. Short-term counselling offered to graduate students by the Health & Wellness Centre and School of Graduate Studies. To schedule a session, call 416-978-8030 and select option 5.
My SSP for International Students: 1-844-451-9700. Culturally-competent mental health and counselling services in 146 languages for international student use.
Build Coping Skills
Learn to develop skills to manage overwhelming emotions.
SGS Better Coping Skills Workshop Series. Graduate student workshops to develop coping skills to better meet the demands of university, work, and personal life. Students can be referred following an initial intake appointment.
To register, call 416-978-8030 and select option 5.
Mindful Moments. Daily drop-in meditations, yoga, and Tai Chi for focus, relaxation, and resilience.
Visit the Mindful Moments website.
Get Immediate Support
If you are feeling distressed, reach out to 24-hour dedicated support teams.
Good2Talk Helpline: 1-866-925-5454.
24-hour confidential helpline providing professional counselling, information, and referrals for mental health, addictions, and well-being to post-secondary students in Ontario.
Toronto Distress Centre: 416-408-4357. 24-hour hotline, online chat, and text offering emotional support, suicide prevention, and direction to resources.
