Children's Mental Health Services
Supportive, Collaborative, Accessible
Welcome to Children’s Mental Health Services!
We’re here to support children, youth, and families across Hastings and Prince Edward counties with services that are always free and confidential. Our dedicated team makes accessing mental health care simple and comfortable through in‑person, virtual, and community‑based options. As the region’s Lead Agency for children’s mental health, we’re committed to delivering high‑quality, evidence‑based support that helps young people grow, cope, and thrive. At CMHS, you’re not just receiving a service—you’re joining a team that walks alongside you every step of the way.
Wait List Times
We are committed to the shortest possible wait for service. The wait times below reflect the longest anticipated wait for service. Many clients are seen sooner based on their individual needs and intake assessment.
As of September 18, 2026
Office Location | Clients Waiting - Intake | Intake Client Wait Time | Clients Waiting - Brief Services | Longest Wait - Brief Services | Clients Waiting - Extended Therapy | Longest Wait - Extended Therapy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Average Wait | 1 week | 7 Weeks | 32 Weeks | |||
Bancroft | 0 | 1 week | 9 | 9 weeks | 0 | |
Belleville | 2 | 1 week | 28 | 28 weeks | 142 | 66 weeks |
Madoc | 0 | 1 week | 10 | 10 weeks | 44 | 60 weeks |
Picton | 1 | 1 week | 20 | 20 weeks | 4 | |
Trenton | 4 | 1 week | 8 | 8 weeks | 83 | 68 weeks |