Indigenous Wellness Counselling Support

In partnership with Health and Wellness Centre, we offer holistic, culturally grounded mental health and wellness supports for Indigenous students. These services are led by the Indigenous Wellness Counsellor & Coordinator and are open to all self-identified First Nations, Inuit, and Métis students across all three campuses at U of T. 

Whether you’re looking for someone to talk to, need support navigating life’s challenges, or want to explore some wellness strategies, we’re here to walk alongside you on your wellness journey.

The Indigenous Wellness Counsellor can support students with:

  • One-on-one, confidential counselling that is culturally supportive and trauma-informed.
  • Exploring wellness strategies rooted in Indigenous ways of knowing and being.
  • Navigating academic, personal, and community-related stress in a safe, affirming space.
  • Connecting with additional wellness resources, services, and referrals on campus and in community.
  • Participating in cultural programming and wellness-focused events.

Tansi, Hello!

My name is Folashade Kortee (she/her). I am Métis-Cree (Citizen of the Métis Nation of Ontario with roots from Cumberland House, Saskatchewan) and Nigerian. I was born and raised in Tkaronto, Treaty 13 territory, and I am grateful to live, work, and play on this land. I hold a Master of Social Work and am a Registered Social Worker. As the Indigenous Wellness Counsellor & Coordinator, I am here to support your mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being in a way that honors your identity and lived experiences. Please feel free to reach out – I look forward to connecting with you.

Book an appointment:

Tel: +1 416 978-8030 (Option 5)
Email: mentalhealth.hwc@utoronto.ca
Website: studentlife.utoronto.ca/hwc

Mental health clinical services eligibility

  • Full-time and part-time University of Toronto undergraduate and graduate students who have paid the appropriate incidental fees.
  • Toronto School of Theology students in Conjoint Programs who pay Student Life fees have access to U of T Student Life services.
  • Students in the School of Continuing Studies English Language Program (identified by a student card).

PLEASE NOTE: Our health and mental health care providers are licensed to practice in Ontario only. Students who reside out of province/country can access counselling support through U of T Telus Health Student Support (formerly U of T My SSP) 24/7 by calling 1-844-451-9700. Outside of North America, call 001-416-380-6578.

Read the full Health & Wellness Eligibility Policy.

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