The Dentist Wellness Program provides discreet, confidential support for BC dentists and their immediate families through experienced program staff and/or an extensive network of counsellors, therapists and coaches. The program helps with a wide range of issues, including substance use, mental health, relationship stress, career and life transitions, workplace relationships and concern for colleagues.
Call DWP’s 24-hour, confidential line to be connected immediately: 1-800-661-9199.
“I would not hesitate to recommend this service because sometimes you feel like there is nowhere else to turn. The service was both professional and caring.”
Short-term therapy, paced to need. Designed to be solution-focused, 50-minute sessions. Multiple accesses with no fixed session caps. 60 languages direct, 200+ though translation. 2SLGBTQ+ and Indigenous clinicians, plus self-identified Elders and Knowledge Keepers. Flows into Enhanced Mental Health Care without a second intake.
Staffed by clinicians trained in management-side consultation, call DWP to receive support in handling difficult conversations, referral into the program, and support for leaders handling team member crisis. Complemented by in-platform leader content within Pathfinder.
Connect instantly with a mental health counsellor without having to book an appointment through our MeetNow feature.
Guided Care Recommendations match members to the right resource at the right moment, all clinically reviewed by Homewood. Pathfinder, Sentio iCBT, Health Library, e-learning, and HRA in one platform.
Up to 20 counselling sessions longer-term, work-focused psychotherapy for individuals with moderate to severe symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma and/or substance use utilizing the principles of measurement-based care.
Proactive support for the everyday: a new baby, aging parent, debt problem, career pivot. Thirteen specialists across Life Balance, Health Smart, and Career Smart tracks. Matched in 24 to 48 hours; moves into counselling without another intake.
“Definitely the best thing I ever did was reach out for help. We think we can do it all on our own, but sometimes you just need a little support. Why struggle on your own for so long when someone is there to help you figure it out. I was unbelievably stressed, I didn’t even know I was depressed and had some anxiety until I talked to someone. After a couple sessions I had a glimmer of hope and am now feeling more myself again. If another life event happens that I’m not ready to cope with I won’t hesitate to contact DWP again.”
The DWP provides 24/7 confidential support, referrals and counselling services for eligible dentists and their families.
We are here to help to all active BCDA members and their immediate families. If you have questions about your eligibility, please contact us at 1-800-661-9199. Dental staff can continue to access the Members’ Assistance Program (MAP) through the CDSPI website (enter BCDA when prompted) or by phone:1-844-578-4040 for 24/7 counselling support.
Yes. Your identity, personal information and the fact you contacted us will be held in full confidence. Information pertaining to you and/or your family will only be released to third parties with your explicit consent or as required by law.
The DWP is completely funded by the BCDA. The British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals does not have access to your records when you participate in the DWP.
Yes. If you are concerned about the mental or physical health of a fellow dentist, please call us. We serve any member of the general public who is worried about the health and well-being of a Dentist.
Access to DWP services is included at no cost for eligible BCDA full and limited members. If your needs go beyond standard coverage, additional services may be available on a self-pay basis.
You can share the DWP contact information with your colleagues and encourage them to contact us, alternatively, you can seek their verbal permission for DWP staff to contact and outreach them.
The Members’ Assistance Program (MAP) is a no-cost, 24/7/365, confidential service available to all members of the dental team. Through MAP, dental staff have access to help and guidance with the prevention and management of a wide range of health, work and relationship issues.
Contact MAP 24/7: 1-844-578-4040 or workhealthlife.com *Enter BCDA when prompted.
