MindFit Toolkit
Mental Wellness For MenMental health tools and resources for men and their families. Backed by healthcare professionals to tackle chronic stress, anxiety, and mild to moderate depression.
Not Feeling Like Yourself?
How much is too much, and when might be the right time to take action? The answer lies in being able to spot noticeable differences in yourself.
Check-in with a few simple questions
These validated self-assessments can help identify signs & symptoms of anxiety and depression and how it impacts your health, but it is not intended as medical advice or a substitute for obtaining medical advice.
Anxiety
Common signs:
- Excessive worrying
- Difficulty concentrating
- Doubting yourself
- Sleep disruption
- Irritability
- Avoidance
- Feeling restless
Depression
Common signs:
- Loss of interest
- Frequent sadness
- Sleep difficulties
- Low energy
- Changes in appetite
- Difficulty making decisions
- Trouble remembering things
Need help now?
If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts, call 1 (833) 456-4566 toll-free (In QC: 1-866-277-3553), 24/7 or visit Talk Suicide.
Virtual Mental Health Counselling
We’re working together with TELUS Health MyCare™ and Anxiety Canada to reduce financial barriers and help more men access professional mental health support from the comfort of their home.
MindFit Toolkit Offer
Virtual 1:1 Sessions
TELUS Health MyCare™ virtual appointments with mental health professionals provide you with a safe and confidential space to help identify issues, set goals, learn skills, and explore tools and resources to tackle whatever life throws at you.
Follow the steps below to receive a special offer on up to three virtual mental health sessions. You may be eligible to receive counselling sessions at no cost*.
Get My MindFit Toolkit Code
I Have Extended Health Coverage
Save up to $75! Men with extended health coverage for mental health counselling can book a special rate of $95 per session for up to three TELUS Health MyCare™ virtual mental health counselling appointments.*
Use the code that applies to your province:
MindFitBC, MindFitAB, MindFitSK, MindFitON
If you reside in Quebec, access French counselling here.
Redeem My Offer Code Now:
- Download the TELUS Health MyCare™ app to your phone or tablet
- Click “Sign Up” and register for your free account
- Select “Book an Appointment”
- Provide a short reason for booking, click continue
- Select “50-Minute Counsellor”
- Select a counsellor and appointment, click confirm
- Enter your promo code on the payment screen
In case of any technical issues, or to find out if counselling is available in another language in your province, please call the TELUS Support Team at 1-855-577-8838 or send an email to [email protected].
Virtual Men’s Group Session
CMHF partnered with Anxiety Canada to pilot a MindShift group therapy program exclusively for men. The response was overwhelmingly positive with a full cohort of 12 men starting the MindShift CBT Groups pilot program on February 8, 2023.
MindShift CBT Groups is Anxiety Canada’s 8-session group therapy program. MindShift helps adults with mild to moderate anxiety find relief through weekly virtual meetings using evidence-based cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT).
Visit MindShift Groups to learn about co-ed group programming and be the first to learn about future men’s-only programming by signing up for CMHF’s Don’t Change Much newsletter.
Real Conversations on Mental Health
Also available wherever you get your podcasts.
Normalizing Conversations About Mental Wellbeing
Facing Anxiety
How to Help When it's Needed Most
Move Your Body for Your Mind
Better Health Starts With A Conversation
Mental Health is A Team Game
Follow the Don’t Change Much Podcast
MindFit Audio Exercises
Take a few minutes to reduce stress and calm your mind with a MindFit Minutes audio routine, narrated by CHMF Champions.
Or sit back and send stress packing with sounds you won’t hear at a spa, like the distant hum of a lawn mower or the swoosh of a golf swing.
Gaining an Edge
Former NHL player Trevor Linden guides you through an easy breathing exercise. The goal: letting go of everything you’re thinking about for a few minutes. Ready, set, let GO!
Breathe Through Stress and Anger
Join two-time Grey Cup champion and entrepreneur, Shea Emry, and take a moment to learn how to process anger in a healthy way. You’ll be amazed how naming your feelings and breathing through them can take them down a notch.
Mental Check-In
Join four-time Olympian, Simon Whitfield, and ask yourself, “what are some good things I have done today?” It’s easy to focus on what is wrong, so take a moment to slow down and give yourself props.
Things We Like About Our Life
How often do you stop to think about all the things you love about your life? Join two-time Grey Cup Champion and entrepreneur Shea Emry in giving thanks for all the awesomeness around you.
Body Scan
Let go of physical tension by joining four-time Olympian Simon Whitfield on a relaxing journey from the top of your head to the tips of your toes. We’re talking full-body relaxation here!
Give Your Inner Critic a Break
Join two-time Grey Cup Champion and entrepreneur, Shea Emry, in quieting your harshest critic — yourself — with some easy breathing exercises. Everyone needs a break sometimes.
Mental Vacation
Join former NHL player, Trevor Linden, on a mental vacation to your happy place. It’s a great way to calm and relax your mind when you’re feeling stressed or anxious.
Mental Health Tips From the Experts
Not Sure About Counselling? Here’s What You Need to Know
Understanding Anxiety & Depresssion
Stressed About Money? Tips to Cope
Tips to Find Your Wolf Pack and Feel Less Lonely
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Additional Resources
Organizations & Programs
Apps
Thank You to Our Partners
The MindFit Toolkit and barrier-free mental health counselling are made possible thanks to the generous support from the following CMHF partners and sponsors.
The MindFit Toolkit information, resources and tools were developed with medical review and advisory from:
Dr. Melanie Badali
Registered Psychologist
Dr. Matthew Chow
Medical Doctor
Lindsay Killam
Clinical Counsellor
Registered Social Worker
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*TELUS Health MyCare mental health counselling services are currently available in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario and Quebec. Offer available for up to 3 (three) $95 counselling appointments booked and completed by 06/30/2023. Users under some employer-sponsored solutions will not pay a fee for the service. Users must be 16 years or older to access counselling appointments. Counselling appointments booked or completed after the offer has been redeemed or has expired require a payment of $120 plus applicable tax. Any payments for appointments must be paid using a valid credit card. An in-app receipt will be provided for you to claim for reimbursement if applicable. Only one offer is permitted in a client’s account at one time. For any support required with promo codes, please call TELUS at 1-855-577-8838 or email at [email protected]