What languages are Mental Health MNLCT services offered in?

We currently offer counseling in English, Arabic, Farsi, Portuguese, Spanish, and Ukrainian

Are the mental health services provided by MNLCT online or face-to-face?

Services are provided in a hybrid model: online/telephone and/or face-to-face.

Who are the counselors on the MNLCT Mental Health Team?

We are a team of internationally trained counselors/psychologists. Some are staff, volunteers, interns or trainees who may not yet be licensed in Canada. Those who are not licensed provide services under supervision.

How can I join the women's or men's groups and what are the requirements?

The Persian and Spanish-speaking women's groups and the Spanish-speaking men's group are culturally specific peer groups that meet once a week to support and learn from each other. These groups help reduce isolation by developing a sense of connection and social communication. You can join these groups by expressing your interest during the centralized intake process or to your Community Worker.

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Q: What kind of mental health therapy does the MNLCT offer?

We provide short-term counselling (maximum 12 sessions based on your needs assessment). Mental Health (MH) team members apply Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and/or Solution Focused therapy depending on what best fits your issues/concerns.

Q: Are there any requirements to receive mental health services at MNLCT?

We offer our services to all newcomers who need emotional support to overcome the culture shock of integrating into a new society.

Q: As a newcomer, refugee, or immigrant, what kinds of issues does MNLCT offer counseling for?

Some of the most common reasons for seeking counseling from our mental health team are adjustment issues, unresolved grief, emotional management, mild depression and anxiety symptoms, and interpersonal conflict.

Q: What is the referral process for receiving mental health services from the MNLCT team?

Referrals can be made by community workers or self-referrals. You must call the MNLCT Central Intake Team and once your file and needs assessment have been completed, the Intake Worker will make the referral to the Mental Health (MH) Team. The first appointment will be scheduled with one of our MH intake workers. During the mental health interview (phone or in-person), the MH intake worker will assess your current situation and determine if we can provide the mental health services you need within our organization. If you qualify for in-house services, an appointment will be made with a counselor for further assistance.

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PROGRAMS

SERVICES

55+ Social Club

An opportunity to participate in recreational and learning activities with friends, including yoga and brain exercises, improvement of cognitive function and brain health, info sessions about Alzheimers and dementia and their effects on the brain, education sessions and mental health workshops, breathing for emotional management, gentle exercises and more! Provided in Spanish.

Anger Management

MNLC offers anger management programming for individuals who want to better understand their emotions, take responsibility for their behaviour, and build safer, healthier relationships.

Aurora House

Aurora House strives to provide shelter, basic needs, and essential support services to those who have been trafficked, exploited or otherwise abused in Canada with a focus on people who identify as women, as well as women with young children and expecting mothers.

Community Health Services

Free health services to anyone who has difficulties accessing health care. You don’t need to have an OHIP card for these services. In collaboration with the Humber Faculty of Health Sciences and Wellness – Bachelor of Nursing Program

Gender-Based Violence and Human Trafficking Survivor Support

Comprehensive case management and trauma informed services for individuals who have experienced any form of human trafficking and/or gender-based violence.
Contact us for more information.

Individual Mental Health Counselling

Emotional support for newcomers struggling with stress or trauma, to promote resilience, strength and wellbeing at an individual and community level. Services provided in English, Arabic, Farsi, Spanish, and Ukrainian.
Contact us for more information.

Women’s Groups

Peer support group for Arabic- and Spanish-speaking women.
Arabic-speaking Women’s Group
Spanish-speaking Women’s Group

PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMS

FAQs

What kind of therapy do you offer?

We provide short-term counselling (based on your needs assessment). Mental Health (MH) team members apply Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and/or Solution-Focused therapy depending on what best fits your issues/concerns.

What types of issues do you provide counselling for?

Among the main reasons for seeking counselling within our team are adjustment issues, unresolved grief, emotional management, mild depression and anxiety symptoms, interpersonal conflict.

What is the referral process?

Referrals can be made by community workers, or self-referrals. You should call the centralized intake team at MNLC and once your file and your needs assessment are created, the intake worker will make the referral to the Mental Health (MH) team. The first appointment is scheduled with one of our MH intake workers. During the mental health interview (phone interview or in-person), the MH intake worker will assess your current situation, and will determine if we can provide the mental health services needed in our organization. If you meet the requirements to receive the service internally, an appointment will be booked with a counsellor for further support.

In which languages do you provide services?

Currently we offer counselling in English, Arabic, Farsi, and Spanish.

Is there a waiting list?

Yes, but the length of the waiting list depends on staff availability. However, the team tries to keep the waiting list short.

Who are the counsellors?

We are a team of internationally trained counselors or psychotherapists. Some are staff, volunteers, interns, or placement students who might not yet have a license in Canada. Those who are not registered provide services under supervision.

Are there requirements to receive your services?

We provide our services to newcomers who need emotional support to overcome the cultural shock as they integrate into a new society.

Are the services online or in-person?

Services are offered in a hybrid model: online/by phone, and/or in-person.

How do I join the women's groups, and what are the requirements?

The Arabic-, Farsi- and Spanish-speaking Women’s Groups are culturally specific peer groups who gather once a week to support and learn from each other. These groups help to reduce isolation by developing a sense of connection and social communication. You can join these groups by expressing your interest during the centralized intake process or to your community worker.