Support Groups and Communities

Connecting with others who share similar concerns about the climate can reduce isolation and help build collective resilience. Support groups and online communities offer a safe environment for open discussion, emotional validation, and collaborative problem-solving around eco-distress.

Climate Resilience and Mental Health Initiatives Library

This library showcases programs working at the intersection of climate change and mental wellbeing.

Work on Climate Slack Channel

This slack community provides action-oriented opportunities for taking on climate change.

The Good Grief Network

This 10-week program is a paid ($350 to $750 USD) group-style intervention for climate-related distress.

All We Can Save Circles Project by Dr. Katherine Wilkinson

These group meetings provide people who are hungry for a deeper dialogue about the climate crisis.

Eco-Anxious Stories

This website provides an opportunity for people to share stories about their experiences with climate distress.

Climate Tic TALK Circle

This is a free peer-to-peer emotional support group for people who want to build personal resilience and share visions for sustainable future.

Solastalgia Discord

This is an online community where people can share climate-related emotions in a safe and judgment-free zone.

How to Use These Resources

For Yourself: Attend virtual or in-person group sessions for peer support and shared coping strategies.

For Others: Introduce friends, classmates, or co-workers to community networks or group meetups, fostering a sense of solidarity.

Stay Engaged: Participate actively by sharing experiences, listening to others’ stories, and collaborating on solutions.

Suggest a Resources

There are hundreds of resources available to support people facing climate distress. These range from books and podcasts to community groups and counseling programs.

If you know of a unique resource that is widely accessible to people living in Canada, please let us know and we will review it to see if it is appropriate for the list above.