It is great that you are seeking counselling support through BSSC!
Everyone encounters challenges in life, and accessing counselling support can help individuals navigate and manage these life challenges. Counselling services are available through BSSC. To request an appointment, please complete and submit the form below. Once submitted, your form will be sent directly to the BSSC counsellor, Susanne Dorder, through secure and confidential McMaster University email.
Please allow up to 48 hours for a response to your appointment request. Appointents will be scheduled based on availability.
Note. BBSC Counselling Service is not a crisis center. If you are in crisis and need immediate support, the following resources are available:
- For Emergencies while on campus Dial 88 from any Red Phone Station Situated Around the Main Campus
- For Emergencies off Campus Dial 9-1-1
- Use the red phone stations situated aroun the Main campus
- 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call or text 988.
988 Suicide Crisis Helpline - COAST (Crisis Outreach and Support Team): 905-972-8338
24/7 mental health crisis support in Hamilton.
COAST – St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton - Black Youth Helpline: 1-833-294-8650
- Open daily from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.; supports all youth, with a focus on the needs of Black youth.
Black Youth Helpline - Barrett Centre for Crisis Support: 905-529-7878
24-hour crisis support line.
Barrett Centre for Crisis Support - SACHA 24-Hour Support Line: 905-525-4161
SACHA Hamilton