Info for New Stella’s Place Participants
Are you between the ages of 16 to 29 and looking for tools to support your mental health journey? You have come to the right place! We offer free mental health services for young adults living in Toronto.
Is Stella's Place Right for Me?
We support young adults living with mental and emotional health issues including but not limited to:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Self-esteem
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Coping with trauma
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Relationship challenges
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Boundary setting
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Life transitions
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Compulsions, perfectionism and overcontrol behaviors
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Impacts of homophobia, transphobia, racism, sexism, and other structural oppressions
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Support with struggles relating to identity, sexual orientation, and gender identities
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Mild to moderate substance use
Our Counselling Philosophies
Anti-Oppressive & Anti-Racist:
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Understanding of the ways in which participants are harmed by systemic oppression.
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Looking critically at how oppression occurs and is resisted between participants and clients.
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Acknowledging the intrinsic worth of all individuals, whatever their background, preferences or situation.
Trauma Informed:
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Acknowledging the widespread impact of trauma and the many paths to individual recovery.
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Recognizing the signs and behaviors that are consistent with survivors of trauma and responding accordingly.
Supportive, Strengths Based and Solution Focused:
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Acknowledging the strengths of individuals and their communities.
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Utilizing personal strengths to find solutions to challenges participants face, instead of emphasizing limitations and weaknesses.
Self-determination Oriented:
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Having faith that each person knows which path towards recovery is most suitable for them and their needs and to see our role as supporting them in acknowledging and increasing that capacity.
Harm Reduction Informed:
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Utilizing practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing health issues and the social and legal consequences associated with substance use.
Hope and Recovery Oriented:
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Acknowledging the power of hope and the positive impact that comes from a recovery approach.
Collaborative:
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Engaging in dialogue that encourages mutual growth, learning and change for both the Participant and Clinician.
More Questions?
Navigating support services can be challenging!
We are here to help answer any questions you have.
Program Calendar
Categories:
BeanBagChat
Drop-in Services
By Appointment
Access
Events in September 2023
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August 28, 2023(2 events)
All day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & CaféAll day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & Café All day 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
August 29, 2023(2 events)
All day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & CaféAll day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & Café All day 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
August 30, 2023(2 events)
All day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & CaféAll day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & Café All day 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
August 31, 2023(2 events)
All day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & CaféAll day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & Café All day 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 1, 2023(1 event)
All day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & CaféAll day: Closed for Drop-In Programs & Café All day |
September 2, 2023
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September 3, 2023
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September 4, 2023(1 event)
All day: Closed for Statutory HolidayAll day: Closed for Statutory Holiday All day Programs and services will resume on the following day. If you are in crisis please call the Gerstein Centre at (416) 929-5200 or dial 911. |
September 5, 2023(3 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 2:00 pm: Drop-In Counselling (In-Person)2:00 pm: Drop-In Counselling (In-Person) – Are you looking to speak to a Clinician and get individual support? Come to our new building to access a same-day counselling appointment. In-Person at Stella’s Place — 54 Wolseley St. Toronto ON M5T1A5 Frequently Asked Questions about Drop-In Virtual Counselling 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 6, 2023(2 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 7, 2023(3 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 2:00 pm: Drop-in Counselling (Virtual)2:00 pm: Drop-in Counselling (Virtual) – Are you looking to speak to a counsellor and get individual support? Call us on Thursday to book a same day counselling appointment. You can reach our Access team to book at 416-461-2345 ext.0 or email us at connect@stellasplace.ca. Frequently Asked Questions about Drop-In Virtual Counselling 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 8, 2023
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September 9, 2023
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September 10, 2023
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September 11, 2023(2 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 12, 2023(3 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 2:00 pm: Drop-In Counselling (In-Person)2:00 pm: Drop-In Counselling (In-Person) – Are you looking to speak to a Clinician and get individual support? Come to our new building to access a same-day counselling appointment. In-Person at Stella’s Place — 54 Wolseley St. Toronto ON M5T1A5 Frequently Asked Questions about Drop-In Virtual Counselling 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 13, 2023(3 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 4:00 pm: DBT Refresh4:00 pm: DBT Refresh – Wednesdays 4:00 to 6:00 PM Virtual on Zoom
4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 14, 2023(3 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 2:00 pm: Drop-in Counselling (Virtual)2:00 pm: Drop-in Counselling (Virtual) – Are you looking to speak to a counsellor and get individual support? Call us on Thursday to book a same day counselling appointment. You can reach our Access team to book at 416-461-2345 ext.0 or email us at connect@stellasplace.ca. Frequently Asked Questions about Drop-In Virtual Counselling 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 15, 2023
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September 16, 2023
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September 17, 2023
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September 18, 2023(2 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 19, 2023(3 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 2:00 pm: Drop-In Counselling (In-Person)2:00 pm: Drop-In Counselling (In-Person) – Are you looking to speak to a Clinician and get individual support? Come to our new building to access a same-day counselling appointment. In-Person at Stella’s Place — 54 Wolseley St. Toronto ON M5T1A5 Frequently Asked Questions about Drop-In Virtual Counselling 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 20, 2023(4 events)
11:00 am: Let's Cook! Food Education Program11:00 am: Let's Cook! Food Education Program – Wednesdays 11:00 to 2:00 PM In Person at Stella’s Place — 54 Wolseley St. Toronto ON M5T1A5 Are you looking to learn how to make delicious, nutritious and affordable meals? Join us in our spacious and inviting community kitchen, for an informative and fun food education program! 1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 4:00 pm: DBT Refresh4:00 pm: DBT Refresh – Wednesdays 4:00 to 6:00 PM Virtual on Zoom
4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 21, 2023(4 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 2:00 pm: Drop-in Counselling (Virtual)2:00 pm: Drop-in Counselling (Virtual) – Are you looking to speak to a counsellor and get individual support? Call us on Thursday to book a same day counselling appointment. You can reach our Access team to book at 416-461-2345 ext.0 or email us at connect@stellasplace.ca. Frequently Asked Questions about Drop-In Virtual Counselling 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. 4:00 pm: Queer Expressions4:00 pm: Queer Expressions – Biweekly on Thursdays 4:00 to 6:00 PM In Person at Stella’s Place — 54 Wolseley St. Toronto ON M5T1A5 Queer Expressions is a new drop-in program designed as a bi-weekly series, welcoming all participants between 16-29 years old to a safe space with the intention to foster connection and build community, socialize, build new skills through group activities, educational workshops/seminars and reduce stress. We will be hosting a variety of different sessions each time that are unique and low barrier. These sessions will be running bi-weekly on Thursdays from 4:00pm-6:00pm. We welcome all gender, self-identified gender expressions, questioning, and allies. SEPTEMBER 21ST: Purse First! Tote Bag workshop. Upcoming Sessions:
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September 22, 2023
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September 23, 2023
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September 24, 2023
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September 25, 2023(2 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 26, 2023(3 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 2:00 pm: Drop-In Counselling (In-Person)2:00 pm: Drop-In Counselling (In-Person) – Are you looking to speak to a Clinician and get individual support? Come to our new building to access a same-day counselling appointment. In-Person at Stella’s Place — 54 Wolseley St. Toronto ON M5T1A5 Frequently Asked Questions about Drop-In Virtual Counselling 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 27, 2023(4 events)
11:00 am: Let's Cook! Food Education Program11:00 am: Let's Cook! Food Education Program – Wednesdays 11:00 to 2:00 PM In Person at Stella’s Place — 54 Wolseley St. Toronto ON M5T1A5 Are you looking to learn how to make delicious, nutritious and affordable meals? Join us in our spacious and inviting community kitchen, for an informative and fun food education program! 1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 4:00 pm: DBT Refresh4:00 pm: DBT Refresh – Wednesdays 4:00 to 6:00 PM Virtual on Zoom
4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 28, 2023(4 events)
1:00 pm: Open Café1:00 pm: Open Café – Come drop in our new space and hangout in our Café! You can participate in any of our drop-in programs, or just come to hangout, connect with others, enjoy some coffee, or do homework! Mondays to Thursdays, 1:00 to 5:00 PM 2:00 pm: Drop-in Counselling (Virtual)2:00 pm: Drop-in Counselling (Virtual) – Are you looking to speak to a counsellor and get individual support? Call us on Thursday to book a same day counselling appointment. You can reach our Access team to book at 416-461-2345 ext.0 or email us at connect@stellasplace.ca. Frequently Asked Questions about Drop-In Virtual Counselling 4:00 pm: BIPOC Drop-In: Mosaic4:00 pm: BIPOC Drop-In: Mosaic – Sept 28th, Oct 26th & Nov 23rd In Person at Stella’s Place — 54 Wolseley St. Toronto ON M5T1A5 Mosaic is a community-driven, mental health-focused drop-in space created by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous & People of Colour) for BIPOC. Built on the idea of solidarity across BIPOC communities, Mosaic is a space that promotes connection through conversation and collective knowledge building. Mosaic creates space for BIPOC youth, ages 16-29, to come together to discuss their collective experiences. This bi-weekly group will feature themes ranging from self discovery and identity, to first generation family dynamics. Weekly sessions will consist of group discussions, creative activities, and community building exercises. Mosaic thrives on the wisdom gained from individuals’ lived experience; prior knowledge of weekly themes is not required or expected. This group is facilitated by Peer Ambassadors at the Stella’s Place office located at 54 Wolseley St, Toronto, ON M5T 1A5 4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App4:00 pm: Online Chat Via BeanBagChat App – Get some one-on-one support online. Download the free app at beanbagchat.ca or in the app store for iPhone or Android. |
September 29, 2023
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September 30, 2023
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October 1, 2023
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How to Get Connected
Individual Intake
Meet with our Access Coordinators to discuss what programs you are interested in and get placed on a waiting list.
Drop in Programs
Drop-in Programs are available throughout your time at Stella’s Place. They can be accessed while on a waitlist for registered programming.
Registered Programs
The wait list for our registered programs is 4 months to 1 year. Before enrolling in your program you will meet with a Clinician to speak about goals.
Fill out the Intake Form to meet with one of our Access team members so we can learn more about how to support you.

“I really don’t think there is anywhere else like this. I can only imagine how many other young people are stuck in the darkness, trying to find help…I don’t know what I would have done without Stella’s Place, without the DBT program here, it changed my life!”
-Stella’s Place Community Member