Counsellors who understand your world
Connect O P S employees and family members with counsellors who share or understand their lived experiences and diverse backgrounds.
INCLUSIVE & SPECIALIZED COUNSELLING SERVICES · FOR O P S Counselling that actually fits who you are.
Developed in response to feedback from diverse communities across the Ontario Public Service (O P S), the program provides clients and their eligible family members with access to professional, confidential mental health support that better reflects their unique experiences and needs.
- 100% confidential
- Inclusive by design
- Book in minutes
8 a.m.–8 p.m.
Monday to Friday, Eastern Time
Accessibility
Email us for accessibility options or for questions about the program, info@opsinclusivespecializedcounselling dot C A
GOALS OF THE I S C S PROGRAM What this program sets out to do
Your choice of counsellor
Offer O P S employees an opportunity to view and select their counsellor based on the factors that are important to them.
Inclusion and belonging across the O P S
Strengthen inclusion and belonging across the O P S by improving access to culturally responsive and identity-affirming mental health support.
You can choose to get to know your counsellor before proceeding with services. Book your first session and feel free to use it as a 15-minute orientation session or use the full session if you wish to proceed. You can change your mind at any time.
HOW WE SUPPORT YOU THROUGH THE PROCESS Five steps, and we walk them with you
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Connect with us
Sign up online to access our booking system, or call our dedicated line at 1-888-212-8727 for assistance and answers to any questions.
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Choose a counsellor that's right for you
Select a counsellor based on what matters most to you, including cultural background, identity, lived experience, areas of specialization and language.
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Information to support clinical care
We'll ask a few questions to better understand your situation, review our privacy and service policies, and connect you with the support that best meets your needs.
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Book your first appointment
Book immediately if an appointment is available, or your selected counsellor will contact you directly to arrange a convenient time.
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Continue your care
Book future appointments online or through our dedicated telephone line or directly with your counsellor.
MATCH ON WHAT MATTERS Find someone who truly understands you
Use filters to help identify the qualities and areas of expertise that are most important to you in a counsellor.
OUR COMMITMENT A welcoming, respectful and inclusive experience
The I S C S program is committed to creating an experience where clients and their families can access support that reflects their identities, experiences and mental health needs. Our goal is to help every client feel heard, understood and empowered on their wellness journey.
About Homewood Health
For over 140 years, Homewood Health has been committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of Canadians. As Canada's leader in comprehensive mental health and addiction treatment, we continue to make a meaningful impact on individuals, families and organizations nationwide.
Homewood's mission & vision
Mission: To improve lives through exceptional mental health and addiction services.
Vision: To be the most trusted name in mental health and wellness, creating pathways to better well-being for everyone.
We acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of many Indigenous Nations. We recognize and deeply appreciate their enduring, historic and ongoing connection to this land. We also honour the many Indigenous Peoples who call this place home today, and we are committed to offering care that respects the cultures, histories and rights of all Indigenous communities across Ontario.