Community Initiatives & Mental Health

Innuutiarnirmut Katujjiqatigiit Mental Health Counselling

About the Program

Grounded in Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit (IQ) principles, the program promotes holistic well-being by recognizing the connection between mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and social health. Counselling is delivered through a client-centered approach that honors Inuit culture, values, lived experiences, and traditional knowledge. Services include counselling, psychotherapy, family support, substance use counselling, crisis intervention, goal setting, and referrals to specialized resources. Support is available for concerns related to mental health, substance use, trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, relationships, stress, self-esteem, and personal growth. Services are offered in person, virtually, or by telephone to meet clients’ needs and preferences. Internal and external referrals are accepted, including self-referrals and referrals from families, schools, health-care providers, community agencies, partner organizations, and other Inuuqatigiit programs.

Who We Serve

Inuit children, youth, adults, and families living in Ottawa.