Here and Now Counselling: prompt, issue-focused support

Whitby, Ontario – Your well-being matters. The Region of Durham offers counselling services focused on mental health and relationship support tailored to your needs.

What: Here and Now Counselling is a service offered by Family Services Durham that focuses on one issue at a time; it provides helpful strategies and support in just one session. With Here and Now Counselling, you can discuss concerns such as:

• Handling stress or burnout.
• Coping strategies.
• Anxiety.
• Depression.
• Relationship challenges.
• Parenting.
• Managing emotions.
• Building confidence.
• Setting goals.
• Dealing with grief or loss.
• Adjusting to life changes.

Where: Counselling is provided by registered psychotherapists and social workers at different locations across Durham Region and remotely (by video and/or phone).

You can request a session by completing the online Counselling Request Form or by calling 311 or toll-free at 1-888-721-0622 (Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.).

After completing an intake to understand your current concerns and hopes, you may be offered a Here and Now Counselling session within two weeks. Eligible clients can attend up to two sessions per month.

Note: This service is available to individuals who are 12 years of age and older; live, work or own property in Durham Region; and who want to discuss a particular topic/area of concern with a counsellor. Fees are based on a sliding scale and will be discussed during your intake.

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