Resources
Helpful resources —
curated, not just collected.
This page links to organisations and services Sarah trusts and refers clients to. It's updated when things change — not a static list that was built once and forgotten. If you're in immediate crisis, the numbers at the top of this page are the right place to start.
If you need help right now
Crisis lines — available 24/7, free, confidential.
CVAP & victim services
Financial support and services for people affected by crime.
The official BC government program that may fund your counselling sessions in full if you've been impacted by crime. Free to apply, no police report required.
A confidential, multilingual helpline for victims of crime and trauma in BC. Available 24/7 by phone or text at 1-800-563-0808. Can provide information about CVAP and help connect you with local victim services.
victimlinkbc.ca ↗Government-funded victim services workers in communities across BC can help you navigate the CVAP application process, understand your rights, and access support. Free and confidential.
Find victim services near you ↗For parents & caregivers
Resources for parents navigating a teenager's mental health.
BC Children's Hospital's free resource centre for families. Information, peer support, and system navigation help for parents of children and youth up to age 24 with mental health or substance use challenges. Phone 1-800-665-1822.
Foundry's services aren't just for young people — caregivers can also access free counselling and peer support through Foundry Virtual BC, whether or not their teenager is using the service. No referral needed.
A BC-specific resource hub operated by the Crisis Centre of BC, with practical information for parents about how to talk to teenagers about mental health, warning signs, and when to seek professional help.
youthinbc.com ↗For teens & young adults
If you're looking for support, information, or just somewhere to start.
Free mental health, substance use, physical health, and peer support services for young people ages 12–24 across BC. Drop in to a Foundry centre or access virtual services through the Foundry BC app — no referral, no waitlist for many services.
Call 1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868. Professional counsellors available for anyone 20 and under — about anything. Free, anonymous, confidential, and available 24/7. You don't have to be in crisis to call.
kidshelpphone.ca ↗A BC-focused resource site with plain-language information about mental health, crisis support, and finding help. Built specifically for young people in BC. Operated by the Crisis Centre of BC.
Finding & verifying a counsellor
Not every counsellor is the right fit — and that's okay.
If Sarah isn't the right fit for you or your teenager, that's a completely valid outcome from a free consultation — and she'd rather you find someone who is. The resources here can help you find and verify a registered counsellor in BC.
The most important thing is that the counsellor holds an RCC designation from BCACC, which confirms they've met the professional and ethical standards required to practise in BC.
The official directory of Registered Clinical Counsellors (RCCs) in BC. Search by location, specialty, and population. If a counsellor isn't in this directory, they aren't a registered RCC.
bc-counsellors.org ↗A widely-used directory with filters for location, specialty, insurance, and population. Profiles include a photo, bio, and booking link. Useful for comparing options across BC.
psychologytoday.com ↗Ready to take the next step with Sarah?
A free 15-minute consultation — no commitment, just a conversation to see if it's the right fit.
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