Mental Health

Many of the youth who access our programs and services, have experienced distressing life events, such as violence, poverty, abuse, and other forms of trauma, all which can negatively impact their mental and physical health, and lead to depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Mental health challenges can be both a cause and a symptom of homelessness. It is close to impossible to improve your mental health when your basic needs are unmet. We believe that working with youth to overcome their traumas and treat disorders is key to preventing lifelong homelessness. Our goal is to empower youth to effectively manage their symptoms now and into adulthood.

We offer a wide range of support to address the mental and emotional well-being of youth.

Mental Health Services

One-to-one counselling

Registered Clinical Counsellors offer personalized sessions that are tailored to meet each youth’s unique needs.

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)

We implement this type of therapy to help youth look at the relationship between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours to view challenging situations more clearly and respond to them more effectively.

Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT)

We have a fully equipped gym and fitness room, to encourage regular physical activity which helps reduce anxiety, improves mood, and builds self-confidence.
Staff and volunteers support youth in developing fitness routines tailored to their preferences and goals.
We offer recreational outings to foster peer connections.

Physical Health

We offers a fully equipped gym and fitness room to encourage regular physical activity which helps reduce anxiety, improves mood, and builds self-confidence.
Staff and volunteers support youth in developing fitness routines tailored to their preferences and goals.
We offer recreational outings like hiking to foster peer connections.

Music and Art Therapy

We offer regular art therapy sessions for youth to explore their emotions, and express themselves in a safe environment.
The music room is available for all youth to play instruments, write songs, and build peer connections.
Art therapists offer one-to-one and weekly group sessions.

Spiritual Care Services

We provide inclusive support for youth of all faiths and traditions, to give them the option to explore their spiritual, religious, and cultural identities.
Connect youth with local relevant communities.
Offer compassionate support during times of grief and loss.

Partnerships for Comprehensive Care

CHV works closely with trusted community partners to provide specialized care. Referrals to psychiatric care, treatment centres, and other essential services are avaialble.
The Foundry and Dan’s Legacy support with counselling sessions.