Wellness Resources
Online, Phone & Chat Services
There are a wide variety of online resources and supports available to students. Below you will find a selection of online services, and don’t forget that all College of the Rockies students may also access our free counselling services.
For a detailed list of community-specific resources, visit our Community Resources page
Anxiety Websites & Apps
Anxiety Canada
Tools and resources available to assist with managing anxiety. Video and audio resources available. Step-by-step guides related to anxiety management.
Phone: 1-604-620-0744
Bounce Back
Bounce Back® Online is a self-help program based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy principles. The online program helps with issues relating to depression, stress and anxiety. The modules are self-paced and easily accessible.
Visit Bounce Back website
Services available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Kelty’s Key
Kelty’s Key offers customized online courses developed by clinical experts in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Visit the Kelty’s Key website
Anxiety Apps:
Mindshift™ CBT: https://anxietycanada.com/resources/mindshift-cbt/
Moodnotes: http://moodnotes.thriveport.com/
Sanvello: https://www.sanvello.com/
Crisis Lines and Centres
Barrier-free non-judgmental, confidential support through 24/7 phone lines and online services.
Alcohol & Drug Information and Referral Service (ADIRS)
Provides free, confidential information and referral services to British Columbians in need of support with any kind of substance use issue (alcohol or other drugs). Referral to community substance use treatment services is available for all ages. Information available from ADIRS includes prevention resources, support groups, and addiction related topics such as fetal alcohol syndrome.
Phone: 1-800-663-1441
Phone line available 24/7; texting available 7 days a week 8:00 am – 11:00 pm
Crisis Line – Interior Crisis Line Network – East Kootenay Crisis Line
Emotional Support for people who are experiencing any type of crisis or who are in emotional distress.
Phone: 1-888-353-2273
Visit Interior Crisis Line website
Services available 24/7
Crisis Services Canada – The Canada Suicide Prevention Service
If you’re thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, the Canada Suicide Prevention Service is available 24/7.
Phone: 1-800-784-2433
Visit the Canada Suicide Prevention Service website
Here to Help – BC Partners for Mental Health & Substance Use Information
We are a group of seven leading mental health and substance use non-profit agencies. Since 2003, we’ve been working together to help people live well and better prevent and manage mental health and substance use problems.
Phone: 310-6789 or 1-800-661-2121
Visit the Here to Help website
Services available 24/7
Depression Websites & Apps
Antidepressant Skills Workbook:
The Antidepressant Skills Workbook is a self-care manual presenting scientifically backed strategies that assist with managing depression. The manual is presented in a variety of languages and formats.
Visit Antidepressant Skills website
Bounce Back
Bounce Back® Online is a self-help program based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy principles. The online program helps with issues relating to depression, stress and anxiety. The modules are self-paced and easily accessible.
Visit Bounce Back website
Services available Monday to Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Kelty’s Key
Kelty’s Key offers customized online courses developed by clinical experts in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Visit the Kelty’s Key website
Depression Apps:
Daylio: http://daylio.webflow.io/
Mindfulness Websites & Apps
Free mindfulness and meditation resources available through app and web:
InsightTimer App that provides free meditations to help with sleep, anxiety, stress and more.
Headspace Free meditations, sleep and movement exercises to help out during this time.
The Free Mindfulness Project Free guided meditation exercises.
Self-Compassion Meditation Free self-compassion guided meditations and exercises.
UCLA Free Guided Meditation App and website offering introductory mindfulness meditations.
Ten Percent Meditation Practical, actionable ways of coping with stress, fear, and anxiety.
Online Self-help Resources
CMHA Discovery College
An online facilitated course to help manage stress and anxiety related to COVID-19.
Phone: 250-861-3644
Visit CMHA Discovery College website
Here to Help – BC Partners for Mental Health & Substance Use Information
We are a group of seven leading mental health and substance use non-profit agencies. Since 2003, we’ve been working together to help people live well and better prevent and manage mental health and substance use problems.
Phone: 310-6789 or 1-800-661-2121
Visit the Here to Help website
Services available 24/7
Greater Good in Action
Science-based practices for a meaningful life.
Visit the Greater Good in Action website
Here2Talk
The Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills and Training has launched Here2Talk, a free single-session service available by app, phone, or online chat 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Chat sessions with a trained counsellor can be accessed by downloading the Here2Talk app.
Phone: 1-877-857-3397 or 1-604-642-5212
Visit the Here2Talk website
Services available 24/7
Psychology Tools
Free resource for living with worry and anxiety amidst global uncertainty.
Visit the Psychology Tools website
Roadmap to Resilience
Free accessible book on how to cope with ongoing adversity and loss.
Visit the Roadmap to Resilience website
Get help if you or someone else are in immediate danger, or at risk of harming yourself or others.
Contact Us
Student Services
Phone: 250-489-8243
Toll Free: 1-877-489-2687 x3243
Fax: 250-489-8218
Email: studentservices@cotr.bc.ca
Student Services Appointments
Note: Although self-help strategies and guides may help, they may not alone be sufficient to resolve your issue. Counselling is available. Emergency services are available. If you are unsure if you may require further treatment, consult with a professional.