Mental Health Resources
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If you're struggling, you're not alone—and you don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out for help. Whether you're experiencing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship difficulties, or simply feel stuck, God cares about your whole person: mind, body, and spirit.
Below are a few common situations. Choose the one that best describes where you are today.
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You might be experiencing:
Constant worry
Racing thoughts
Difficulty relaxing
Feeling "on edge"
Trouble sleeping
Your next steps:
Learn about anxiety.
Talk with a trusted friend, pastor, or mentor.
If these feelings are interfering with daily life, consider meeting with a licensed counsellor. (see below)
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You may notice:
Loss of motivation
Persistent sadness
Feeling disconnected
Loss of interest in things you once enjoyed
Fatigue
Your next steps
Don't struggle alone.
Reach out to someone you trust today.
Learn about depression.
Consider speaking with your family doctor or a mental health professional.
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Whether you've lost a loved one, a relationship, a job, or simply the future you expected, grief is a natural response to loss.
Your next steps
Give yourself permission to grieve.
Consider counselling if your grief feels overwhelming.
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Examples:
Marriage conflict
Parenting challenges
Friendship difficulties
Family tension
Next Steps
Healthy relationships often require intentional work.
Reach out for pastoral care or marriage counselling.
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Signs might include:
Emotional exhaustion
Feeling numb
Irritability
Constant fatigue
Loss of joy
Next steps:
Evaluate your rhythms of rest.
Learn about healthy boundaries.
Consider speaking with a counsellor or mentor.
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Sometimes you don't need another article—you simply need another person.
Offer clear pathways such as:
Request prayer
Meet with a pastor
Connect with a care team
Find a Christian counsellor
Access emergency resources if needed
You can find the resources below.
Resource Guides
If you’re a Christian, it’s critical that you find a therapist who is also a Christ-follower. When you put your emotional and mental well-being into the hands of a professional, you want to make sure that the guidance they give you is rooted in Biblical truth. No matter how skilled or experienced, if that therapist does not have the Holy Spirit in them, they do not have access to the true source of healing. Because we are body, soul and mind, we cannot separate our spiritual health from our emotional health, and involving God—the one who made us and knows us inside and out—is essential for true healing. Access the guide →
Next Steps
Local Counsellors
Danielle Counselling (289) 512-0270
Kim Watson (289) 624-2340
Boyd Mediation and Counselling (905) 767-8566
Evergreen Counselling Collective (289) 276-1157 LifeCare Centres (905) 231-2273
Shawna Mackellar (905) 244-1094
Next Steps Counselling (289) 277-5525 Dr. Lin and Associates (647) 478-8005 [Also offers diagnostic assessments]
Pastoral Counselling
Pastoral counselling at King Street is a ministry of care offered to support our church family through life’s challenges. Counselling with a member of our pastoral staff team is available at the discretion of church leadership and provides a safe, prayerful space to seek guidance and encouragement. To learn more or request counselling, please fill out the form through the link below. When appropriate, we can also help connect you with trusted professional counsellors in the community.
Emergency Contacts
If you are experiencing an emergency or suicidal thoughts, please contact your local hospital emergency number (911), or your physician. However, you may also contact the Distress Centre Durham Hotline (905) 430-2522 /(1-800) 452-0688, the Toronto Distress Centre (416) 408-4357, Kids Help Phone (1-800) 668-6868, or the Mobile Crisis Unit (1-800) 742-1890 to openly discuss suicidal feelings and thoughts.
Canada has also recently launched a Suicide Crisis Helpline that can be accessed by calling or texting 988 at anytime.