Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It affects people in different ways—emotionally, physically, and socially—and can impact daily functioning, relationships, and overall well-being. Recognizing the signs of PTSD and knowing where to find help is the first step toward healing.
This resource guide is designed to connect individuals, families, and caregivers with reliable supports and evidence-based tools. It includes information about counseling options, crisis lines, peer support programs, online education, and trauma-informed community services. Whether you are seeking professional treatment, learning how to support a loved one, or simply looking to understand PTSD better, these resources can help you navigate the path toward recovery.
You are not alone—help is available, recovery is possible, and there are compassionate professionals and peers ready to walk alongside you every step of the way.
On the Alberta Health Services (AHS) site: For non-urgent mental-health or addiction advice across the province, you can call 1-888-594-0211 (for northern zones) or 1-780-424-2424 for Edmonton.
Psychological First Aid
AHS tool aimed at early intervention post-trauma (children/adults) in Alberta.
What to do Next
If you are suffering from PTSD, you may notice intense and upsetting thoughts and feelings related to your experience which have lasted long after the traumatic event has ended. You may relive the event through flashbacks or nightmares. You may feel sadness, fear or anger, and you may feel detached or estranged from other people. You may find yourself avoiding situations or people which remind you of the trauma, and you may have strong negative reactions to ordinary situations, such as when hearing a loud noise or being accidentally touched. Symptoms can vary over time and they can also vary from person to person. Symptoms may also range in severity.