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NL Mental Health

Newfoundland & Labrador · Independent directory

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NLMH organizes every public and community mental health, addictions, and crisis resource in the province around what you actually need — not which health zone you happen to live in.

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Frequently asked questions

What number do I call for a mental health crisis in Newfoundland and Labrador?+

Call 811 (NL HealthLine) for a mental health or addictions crisis that isn't life-threatening — it's staffed 24/7 by registered nurses. Call 911 for a life-threatening emergency. Call or text 988 for suicide-specific crisis support.

Is NLMH a government website?+

No. NLMH is an independent project and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador or NL Health Services. It links to the same public and community services that already exist.

Do I need a referral to use Doorways walk-in counselling?+

No. Doorways is free, same-day, single-session counselling available across the province with no referral required.

Is mental health care free in Newfoundland and Labrador?+

Public system services — 811, Doorways walk-in counselling, hospital-based care, and most community organizations listed here — are free. Private-practice psychologists and counsellors typically charge a fee, which may be partly covered by employer or provincial drug and health benefits.

How is the information on NLMH kept up to date?+

Every listing shows a last-verified date. High-traffic and crisis-critical numbers are checked most often, and anyone can flag an outdated listing directly from its card.