ABOUT US

For A Safer Space is a registered Canadian non-profit social enterprise that supports affordable, accessible and affirming mental health care. We are currently operating out of Toronto, Ontario.

We provide a listing platform for licenced mental health professionals that belong to traditionally marginalized groups, offer online mental health programming, and hold systems navigation support events on topics relevant to our community members. ​

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​Mission:

To promote affordable, accessible and identity-affirming mental health care. 
Our free provider listing platform uplifts traditionally marginalized identities and harnesses the power of technology to promote human connection. 

​Vision:

Individuals who seek affordable, identity-affirming, anti-oppressive mental health support are able to access it. 
Licenced mental health care providers who are self-aware and able to have tough conversations are recognized and accessed by people who need them.

Values

Courage & Vulnerability
- fight stigma through self-disclosure
Transparency & Accountability
- no hidden fees, value feedback and aim to improve
Growth & Healing
- trauma and attachment
​- informed perspective
Accessibility & Inclusion
- uplifting/centering marginalized voices, increasing visibility of diverse therapists
Compassion for Self and Others
- kindness and concern for our own and others’ wellbeing
Collaboration and Care
- understanding that we are all connected
Solidarity towards Collective Liberation
- commitment to working together to dismantle systemic oppression

Individuals who seek affordable, identity-affirming, anti-oppressive mental health support are able to access it. 
Licenced mental health care providers who are self-aware and able to have tough conversations are recognized and accessed by people who need them.