Quick facts

Service type: Health & Wellness
Eligibility: Age 16+ with mental health and/or addiction issues
Delivery: In person, virtual, phone
Fee: Free
Program dates: Year-round

Program description

WoodGreen’s registered social workers offer clinical and therapeutic counselling, case management and group support services to individuals age 16+ experiencing problems with mental health, substance use and other challenges. Counselling and case management are offered for up to two years, depending on client needs and goals. Our practice is grounded in an anti-oppressive, mental health recovery, strengths-based, trauma-informed, and harm-reduction framework.

How you can help

We offer student placement and volunteer opportunities. Please contact Volunteer Services at volunteer@woodgreen.org. Donations are graciously accepted through the WoodGreen Foundation.

Ready to participate?

Registration

 

The Counselling and Support Services program (CSS) is not accepting any new referrals at this time. If you require counselling support, please access our Walk-In Counselling service – available every Tuesday and Wednesday evening from 4p.m. – 8p.m.

 

To learn more, please contact:

Contact information

CCU Central Intake

(416) 572-3575
cccentralintake@woodgreen.org

Location

WoodGreen offices and community settings (including clients' homes)

Hours

Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m., with accommodations on a case-by-case basis

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