In this collection developed by the Kelty Centre, you will find a list of recommended resources for youth to learn more about anxiety including websites, online tools, guides, books and provincial support services. This list was developed in partnership with professionals from the BC Children's Mental Health Program, and is intended to be a starting point to learn about anxiety. For more resources, visit our resource library.

App or Online Tool

MindShift CBT

Anxiety Canada

Is anxiety getting in the way of your child's life? This app for youth uses scientifically proven strategies based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help them learn to relax and be mindful, develop more effective ways of thinking, and use active steps to take charge of anxiety.

Website

Foundry

Foundry

Through a network of centres and online resources, Foundry empowers young people ages 12-24 to lead healthy lives by providing easy access to tools and strategies for wellness. 

Support Service

Kids Help Phone

1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868

24-hour, bilingual and anonymous counselling and referral by phone, online chat and text for children, youth and young adults.

Support Service

Youth in BC

1-866-661-3311

YouthinBC.com is a online crisis chat service for youth age 25 and under. They are open from noon to 1am, if you are in a crisis now call the 24 hour distress line.

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Need urgent help?

If you, your child, or someone you care about is having a mental health or substance use crisis:

  • Call 911 or go to your local hospital’s emergency room if you are in need of immediate help
  • Call 1-800- SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) anytime if you are concerned about someone who may be considering suicide

These are a few examples of situations when you should seek immediate help:

  • The child or youth is thinking about or trying to end their life
  • The child or youth is experiencing sensations that aren’t real and/or beliefs that can’t possibly be true
  • The child or youth is unable to care for themselves, and it’s putting them at risk of serious harm
  • The child or youth is experiencing an alcohol or drug overdose
  • The child or youth is taking a dangerous combination of substances (like medications and alcohol)

For non-urgent support options, explore our Ask Kelty Mental Health tool. You’ll find answers to common questions families have about accessing mental health supports and services in BC for their child or youth.