Speak with a Counsellor

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Speak with a counsellor who will help you work through your situation at your own pace.

How Does it Work?

  • All conversations are confidential.
  • We start by asking a few questions so we can better understand your situation.
  • But don’t worry, if you don’t know where to start, it’s part of our job to help you find where to begin.
  • Our goal is for you to understand yourself better and for you to see your situation in a new light.
  • No problem is too big or too small, so don't hesitate; we are here to help!

 

You can count on us to:

  • believe you without judging you
  • support you 💁
  • share information with you ℹ️
  • help you find an answer to a question👌
  • direct you to the appropriate resources when needed

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I Contact you at Any Time?

You can contact us from 6 a.m. to 2 a.m. 👋 Outside these hours, you can access our content and the Tj Forum at any time.

Are there any Topics that a Counsellor Will not Feel Comfortable Talking About?

No, not at all! You can talk about whatever you want: love, sexuality, mental health. There are no taboo subjects or questions. 🙃 If we can't answer your question, we will make sure to refer you to someone who can.

Can I Contact you if I’m Depressed and Thinking about Suicide?

Yes, we are here for you no matter what’s going on. ⛈ For help with suicidal thoughts, you can also visit Suicide.ca.
If your situation or a friend’s is urgent, call 911.

Is it Confidential?

Yes, you can talk to us about whatever you want without having to give us your name. 🤐 However, if we have reason to believe that your safety or the safety of someone close to you is threatened, we are obligated to inform those who can keep you safe. We do this with your cooperation as much as possible.

Is it AI Who is Answering?

No, these are real people talking to you, even when they’re writing! 🙅🤖

Can I Contact you for a Friend?

Of course, lots of people do. You are not alone in feeling concerned about a friend or loved one.

Why Doesn't It Work When I Try to Contact you?

First of all, sorry about that!Technical problems happen to the best of us 🛠 We do everything we can to get things back up and running as quickly as possible when they do happen.

It’s possible there will be a waiting period before we can talk to you. That's because we take the time to be there for each person, so we thank you for your patience. While you're waiting your turn, you can check out our articles or the forum 📲 You might even find the answers you’re looking for there!