The NLTA Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinators are available by telephone and email:
Kenda Riggs – kriggs@eapnlteachers.ca, (709) 733-3265 (Currently on Leave)
Lori Hewitt – lhewitt@eapnlteachers.ca, (709) 733-3242
Leslie Brown – lbrown@eapnlteachers.ca, (709) 733-3269
Mental Health & Addictions Recovery Resources
Newfoundland and Labrador
A comprehensive guide for educators, parents, youth, and individuals seeking mental health and wellness support across the province.
Immediate Crisis Support
If you or someone you know is in crisis or needs urgent help:
- 📞 911 – For emergencies or immediate risk to life
- 📞 811 – NL Mental Health Crisis Line (24/7)
- For mental health and addictions crisis support
- 📞 988 – Canadian Suicide Crisis Line (24/7)
- Text or Call 9-8-8
- 🌐988.ca
- 📞 Kids Help Phone (24/7)
- Call: 1-800-668-6868
- Text: CONNECT to 686868
- 🌐 kidshelpphone.ca
- 📞 Hope for Wellness Help Line (24/7)
- Support for Indigenous peoples
- Call: 1-855-242-3310
- 🌐 hopeforwellness.ca
Non-Crisis Support & Peer Services
- Lifewise Warmline (Peer Support)
- Confidential support from trained peers with lived experience
- 🕒 Daily: 10 AM – Midnight
- 📞 English: 1-855-753-2560
- 📞 French: 1-833-753-5460
- 🌐 lifewisenl.ca
- Mental Health & Addictions Systems Navigator
- Get help accessing the right services
- 📞 709-752-3916 or 1-877-999-7589
- 🕒 Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- 211 NL
- Free, confidential information on health and social services
- 📞 Dial 2-1-1
- 🌐 nl.211.ca
Walk-In & Single-Session Counselling
- Doorways Counselling Services
- Same-day, single-session counselling (in-person, phone, or video)
- 📌 No referral or appointment needed
- 🌐 Find a location
Self-Help & Guided Tools
Explore self-guided online supports via Bridge the Gapp:
- BreathingRoom (ages 13–24) – Online emotional wellness program
- TAO – Therapy Assistance Online – CBT and mindfulness tools
- MindWell U – 30-day mindfulness challenge
- Breaking Free Online – Substance use recovery support
- Well Central – Recovery College – Free courses for personal growth
- Wellness Webinars – Topics on stress, coping, and resilience
- 🌐 Bridge the Gapp
Specialised Coaching & Therapy for Families
- Strongest Families Institute (SFI)
- Free phone-based coaching for children, youth, adults, and families
- 📞 1-866-470-7111
- 🌐 Strongest Families Info
Substance Use & Gambling Support
- Alcoholics Anonymous NL
- 📞 709-579-6091
- 🌐 aa.org
- Narcotics Anonymous NL
- 📞 709-728-9084
- 🌐 nlareana.ca
- Problem Gambling Helpline (24/7)
- 📞 1-888-899-HELP (4357)
- 🌐 CAMH Gambling Support
- Smokers’ Helpline
- Free support to quit smoking
- 📞 1-800-363-5864
- 🌐 smokershelp.net
Regional & Specialized Services
Provided by Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services, supporting all ages and needs:
📞 Mental Health Navigator: 1-877-999-7589
🌐 Mental Health & Addictions Services
Special Population Supports
- Kids Help Phone
- 📞 1-800-668-6868
- Text CONNECT to 686868
- 🌐 kidshelpphone.ca
- Seniors NL
- Info, services, and support for older adults
- 📞 1-800-563-5599
- 🌐 seniorsnl.ca
- Quadrangle
- 📞 709-769-2355
- 🌐 thequadnl.com
- Youth & Community-Based Organisations (St. John’s & Area)
📋 Quick Reference Table
| Service Type | Contact Info |
| Emergency Services | 📞 911 |
| Crisis Line (24/7) | 📞 811 |
| Kids Help Phone | 📞 1-800-668-6868 / Text CONNECT to 686868 |
| Lifewise Warmline | 📞 1-855-753-2560 (EN) / 1-833-753-5460 (FR) |
| Mental Health Navigator | 📞 709-752-3916 / 1-877-999-7589 |
| Bridge the Gapp (Self-help) | 🌐 bridgethegapp.ca |
| Strongest Families Institute | 📞 1-866-470-7111 |
| Doorways Counselling | 🌐 Find a Location |
| Hope for Wellness Line | 📞 1-855-242-3310 |
🧭 Not Sure Where to Start?
If you’re unsure how to get help:
📞 Call 811 or Mental Health Navigator: 1-877-999-7589
You’ll be guided to the right supports based on your needs.
