The Child, Adolescent, and Family Centre of Ottawa (CAFCO) is a bilingual and multidisciplinary group of professionals dedicated to providing a range of health care services to children, adolescents, and families. We offer both virtual services across Ontario and in-person care in Ottawa. Our services include therapy, psychological assessments, parent support, and group therapy. We offer personalised and professional care, with the goal of helping children, adolescents, and their families to develop healthy and fulfilling relationships, grounded in the principles of dignity and respect.
The Child, Adolescent, and Family Centre of Ottawa (CAFCO) is a bilingual and multidisciplinary group of professionals dedicated to providing a range of health care services to children, adolescents, and families. We offer both virtual services across Ontario and in-person care in Ottawa. Our services include therapy, psychological assessments, parent support, and group therapy. We offer personalised and professional care, with the goal of helping children, adolescents, and their families to develop healthy and fulfilling relationships, grounded in the principles of dignity and respect.
At our clinic, we serve a diverse range of clients, including adults, youth, children, and couples, who face mental health challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress management. Many have tried different therapies but still feel stuck due to unresolved trauma. We believe that a traumatized brain is simply doing its job—protecting you by reminding you of past dangers. You deserve to feel safe. Led by Clinical Director Gulin Aydin, with over 15 years of experience, our skilled team in Ontario and BC guides you toward lasting transformation and empowerment.
At our clinic, we serve a diverse range of clients, including adults, youth, children, and couples, who face mental health challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress management. Many have tried different therapies but still feel stuck due to unresolved trauma. We believe that a traumatized brain is simply doing its job—protecting you by reminding you of past dangers. You deserve to feel safe. Led by Clinical Director Gulin Aydin, with over 15 years of experience, our skilled team in Ontario and BC guides you toward lasting transformation and empowerment.
Finding a “good fit” therapist when you need it most can feel truly overwhelming. If you struggle with relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, a life transition, experiences of trauma, general emotional exhaustion, or a sense of unworthiness, we may be able to help. The Cove Therapy offers virtual and in-person therapy to individuals, couples, and families with experiences of trauma & grief, anxiety & depression, disordered eating & complicated body image. Feeling connected to your therapist is very important, and we will work to connect you with a therapist that feels most right for you.
Finding a “good fit” therapist when you need it most can feel truly overwhelming. If you struggle with relationships, anxiety, depression, grief, a life transition, experiences of trauma, general emotional exhaustion, or a sense of unworthiness, we may be able to help. The Cove Therapy offers virtual and in-person therapy to individuals, couples, and families with experiences of trauma & grief, anxiety & depression, disordered eating & complicated body image. Feeling connected to your therapist is very important, and we will work to connect you with a therapist that feels most right for you.
Turning Point is a dedicated mental health practice offering individualized therapeutic care for children, adults, couples, and families. Our team of qualified professionals specializes in addressing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and more. We utilize various therapy modalities, such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy to support clients on their healing journeys. Our approach emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship, providing a safe and supportive environment for personal grow
Turning Point is a dedicated mental health practice offering individualized therapeutic care for children, adults, couples, and families. Our team of qualified professionals specializes in addressing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and more. We utilize various therapy modalities, such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, and Psychedelic Assisted Therapy to support clients on their healing journeys. Our approach emphasizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship, providing a safe and supportive environment for personal grow
We work with children, youth, adults, and couples who are looking to feel more connected, grounded, and supported in their day to day lives. Some come to us to deepen self understanding, improve communication, or navigate changes in relationships, work, or identity. Others are seeking support for stress, emotional wellbeing, or patterns they want to shift. Our clients value a space that feels welcoming, practical, and centered on real, lasting growth. We strive to meet each person with warmth and curiosity, recognizing that every story and experience is unique.
We work with children, youth, adults, and couples who are looking to feel more connected, grounded, and supported in their day to day lives. Some come to us to deepen self understanding, improve communication, or navigate changes in relationships, work, or identity. Others are seeking support for stress, emotional wellbeing, or patterns they want to shift. Our clients value a space that feels welcoming, practical, and centered on real, lasting growth. We strive to meet each person with warmth and curiosity, recognizing that every story and experience is unique.
Life throws us curve balls all the time. Learning to find balance and use coping skills, mindfulness and self-acceptance will help guide us down the right path and face those challenges head-on. Our job at Empowerment Health and Wellness is to walk alongside you throughout the journey! Empowerment Health and Wellness is a clinic with multidisciplinary professionals working hard to journey with you as you experience the complexities of life. A team of highly skilled, trained professionals provides support in counselling system navigation and case management.
Life throws us curve balls all the time. Learning to find balance and use coping skills, mindfulness and self-acceptance will help guide us down the right path and face those challenges head-on. Our job at Empowerment Health and Wellness is to walk alongside you throughout the journey! Empowerment Health and Wellness is a clinic with multidisciplinary professionals working hard to journey with you as you experience the complexities of life. A team of highly skilled, trained professionals provides support in counselling system navigation and case management.
Karibu Mental Health Network was born in response to the growing need for mental health professionals who can navigate the mental health experiences of clients beyond Western models of understanding illness, health and healing. We seek to strengthen communal efforts to make mental health services more widely available to the public. We are a team of Black, Indigenous and POC therapists who are passionate about the work we do and proud to be different.
Karibu Mental Health Network was born in response to the growing need for mental health professionals who can navigate the mental health experiences of clients beyond Western models of understanding illness, health and healing. We seek to strengthen communal efforts to make mental health services more widely available to the public. We are a team of Black, Indigenous and POC therapists who are passionate about the work we do and proud to be different.
The Kyla Fox Centre is the first of its kind private eating disorder recovery centre in Toronto. We provide a full spectrum of individualized and custom tailored treatment. This ranges from those who require an intensive treatment program (7 days per week, supervised meals) through to those who have established more stability in recovery, requiring work around transitioning back into life and relapse prevention. Some of the conditions we treat include, but are not limited to: anorexia nervosa, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and anything along the spectrum of disordered eating. The reasons behind why a person suffers are often unique. This is why our Centre does not operate from a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we develop and design individualized treatment plans for every client to best suit their personal needs. Throughout this process, our team will liaise with a client's external medical team to ensure safety and consistency of care.
The Kyla Fox Centre is the first of its kind private eating disorder recovery centre in Toronto. We provide a full spectrum of individualized and custom tailored treatment. This ranges from those who require an intensive treatment program (7 days per week, supervised meals) through to those who have established more stability in recovery, requiring work around transitioning back into life and relapse prevention. Some of the conditions we treat include, but are not limited to: anorexia nervosa, bulimia, binge eating disorder, and anything along the spectrum of disordered eating. The reasons behind why a person suffers are often unique. This is why our Centre does not operate from a one-size-fits-all approach. Instead, we develop and design individualized treatment plans for every client to best suit their personal needs. Throughout this process, our team will liaise with a client's external medical team to ensure safety and consistency of care.
The CAYAC is a dedicated treatment centre specializing in evidence-based care for young people dealing with anxiety-related challenges. We help our clients conquer anxiety and take control of their lives.
We feel fortunate to be able to provide our services within a country - Canada - where peace, welfare, multiculturalism, and acceptance are fundamental values. We do not take this privilege for granted; it allows us to establish a unique team of academic clinicians who bring their expertise from various corners of the world.
The CAYAC is a dedicated treatment centre specializing in evidence-based care for young people dealing with anxiety-related challenges. We help our clients conquer anxiety and take control of their lives.
We feel fortunate to be able to provide our services within a country - Canada - where peace, welfare, multiculturalism, and acceptance are fundamental values. We do not take this privilege for granted; it allows us to establish a unique team of academic clinicians who bring their expertise from various corners of the world.
We work with children, youth, adults, and couples who are looking to feel more connected, grounded, and supported in their day to day lives. Some come to us to deepen self understanding, improve communication, or navigate changes in relationships, work, or identity. Others are seeking support for stress, emotional wellbeing, or patterns they want to shift. Our clients value a space that feels welcoming, practical, and centered on real, lasting growth. We strive to meet each person with warmth and curiosity, recognizing that every story and experience is unique.
We work with children, youth, adults, and couples who are looking to feel more connected, grounded, and supported in their day to day lives. Some come to us to deepen self understanding, improve communication, or navigate changes in relationships, work, or identity. Others are seeking support for stress, emotional wellbeing, or patterns they want to shift. Our clients value a space that feels welcoming, practical, and centered on real, lasting growth. We strive to meet each person with warmth and curiosity, recognizing that every story and experience is unique.
We are here to serve people ages 4+ in person in theGreater Toronto Area, and virtually across Ontario and Quebec, deal with their mental health challenges. To us, mental health is simply ... health. And the sooner people can get support for their mental health needs, the more effective it can be. We offer Individual, Play and Couples/Relationship Therapy both in person and online. Common issues that we deal with include: Anxiety, Depression, Social Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Online and Video Game Addiction, Bullying, School Related Issues, and Parenting Challenges.
We are here to serve people ages 4+ in person in theGreater Toronto Area, and virtually across Ontario and Quebec, deal with their mental health challenges. To us, mental health is simply ... health. And the sooner people can get support for their mental health needs, the more effective it can be. We offer Individual, Play and Couples/Relationship Therapy both in person and online. Common issues that we deal with include: Anxiety, Depression, Social Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, Online and Video Game Addiction, Bullying, School Related Issues, and Parenting Challenges.
At Sageview Health our goal is to empower people to overcome challenges and lead a rich, full, and meaningful life. Our qualified mental health professionals create a safe, accepting and compassionate space in order to help people manage their mental health challenges. Our clinic provides comprehensive assessment and treatment services for children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples and families.
At Sageview Health our goal is to empower people to overcome challenges and lead a rich, full, and meaningful life. Our qualified mental health professionals create a safe, accepting and compassionate space in order to help people manage their mental health challenges. Our clinic provides comprehensive assessment and treatment services for children, adolescents, adults, seniors, couples and families.
OCCT has been providing psychological assessment and therapy services to clients in Oakville and surrounding areas for over 20 years. We specialize in the provision of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which is an evidence-based psychological treatment for a vast array of presenting issues. We also offer a variety of psychological assessment options to: (a) clarify diagnoses and to inform treatment recommendations, (b) assess for Attention-Deficit Disorder, (c) assess for giftedness, and (d) to help individuals with career planning. We also conduct psycho-educational assessments to identify potential learning disabilities.
OCCT has been providing psychological assessment and therapy services to clients in Oakville and surrounding areas for over 20 years. We specialize in the provision of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which is an evidence-based psychological treatment for a vast array of presenting issues. We also offer a variety of psychological assessment options to: (a) clarify diagnoses and to inform treatment recommendations, (b) assess for Attention-Deficit Disorder, (c) assess for giftedness, and (d) to help individuals with career planning. We also conduct psycho-educational assessments to identify potential learning disabilities.
I’m Dr. Gina Di Giulio, Clinical Psychologist and Founder of PathWell. We approach wellness through a comprehensive, integrated lens. Our team includes psychologists, psychotherapists, executive coaches, a psychiatrist, a dietitian, and a breathwork coach. We support individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and seniors in improving their mental well-being through evidence-based care. We also provide comprehensive psychological assessments for adults, children, and adolescents that include ADHD testing, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, giftedness (for children and adolescents), and memory testing.
I’m Dr. Gina Di Giulio, Clinical Psychologist and Founder of PathWell. We approach wellness through a comprehensive, integrated lens. Our team includes psychologists, psychotherapists, executive coaches, a psychiatrist, a dietitian, and a breathwork coach. We support individuals, couples, families, children, adolescents, and seniors in improving their mental well-being through evidence-based care. We also provide comprehensive psychological assessments for adults, children, and adolescents that include ADHD testing, autism spectrum disorder, learning disabilities, giftedness (for children and adolescents), and memory testing.
At Lori Gill Psychotherapy Holistic Wellness for Health we have been providing effective and leading edge treatment for over 15 years with great success. Our therapists will help you to explore your feelings and responses with compassionate curiosity. Now more than ever people are feeling overwhelmed and having difficulty achieving balance. Whatever you are experiencing, you don't have to do it alone. At Lori Gill Psychotherapy Holistic Wellness for Health we specialize in helping you to find balance. Our model integrates highly effective counselling and psychotherapy techniques to promote wellness inclusive of mindful awareness of bodily sensations, emotions, and thoughts, meditation, and self-compassion. We also include creative approaches such as art therapy, play therapy, music therapy, and somatic therapies as well as leading edge tools to enhance wellness inclusive of neurofeedback and biofeedback allowing for you to directly observe the impact you can have on your body, brain, and mind. Our goal is to provide support and healing to ultimately create healthier individuals, children, parents, workplaces, and communities.
At Lori Gill Psychotherapy Holistic Wellness for Health we have been providing effective and leading edge treatment for over 15 years with great success. Our therapists will help you to explore your feelings and responses with compassionate curiosity. Now more than ever people are feeling overwhelmed and having difficulty achieving balance. Whatever you are experiencing, you don't have to do it alone. At Lori Gill Psychotherapy Holistic Wellness for Health we specialize in helping you to find balance. Our model integrates highly effective counselling and psychotherapy techniques to promote wellness inclusive of mindful awareness of bodily sensations, emotions, and thoughts, meditation, and self-compassion. We also include creative approaches such as art therapy, play therapy, music therapy, and somatic therapies as well as leading edge tools to enhance wellness inclusive of neurofeedback and biofeedback allowing for you to directly observe the impact you can have on your body, brain, and mind. Our goal is to provide support and healing to ultimately create healthier individuals, children, parents, workplaces, and communities.
As one of the GTA's most trusted and respected psychology practices, we provide therapy services to to a wide range of clients referred to us from local family physicians. We also book appointments directly with clients. Our therapeutic approach is short-term, focused, and efficient -- guided by the most current evidence for psychotherapy effectiveness.
As one of the GTA's most trusted and respected psychology practices, we provide therapy services to to a wide range of clients referred to us from local family physicians. We also book appointments directly with clients. Our therapeutic approach is short-term, focused, and efficient -- guided by the most current evidence for psychotherapy effectiveness.
Springboard Clinic is a multidisciplinary medical clinic focused on ADHD assessment and treatment involving both pharmacological and psychotherapy intervention. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other mental health disorders commonly co-occurring with attention challenges are also evaluated and treated. The clinic, operating since 2009, serves children, teens, adults, and older adults and includes a health team comprised of specialist physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists, social workers, art therapists, nurses, and occupational therapists. Springboard offers a variety of assessment and treatment services. Those involving residents include psychoeducational assessments, mental health assessments, and medical consultations for medication management and monitoring for optimization of pharmacological intervention.
Springboard Clinic is a multidisciplinary medical clinic focused on ADHD assessment and treatment involving both pharmacological and psychotherapy intervention. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other mental health disorders commonly co-occurring with attention challenges are also evaluated and treated. The clinic, operating since 2009, serves children, teens, adults, and older adults and includes a health team comprised of specialist physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, psychotherapists, social workers, art therapists, nurses, and occupational therapists. Springboard offers a variety of assessment and treatment services. Those involving residents include psychoeducational assessments, mental health assessments, and medical consultations for medication management and monitoring for optimization of pharmacological intervention.
For those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or work-related trauma, a stable treatment program can make the difference between recovery and relapse. But putting your family and career on hold to receive inpatient treatment is not possible for everyone. EHN Online's Virtual Intensive Treatment Programs (VITPs) provide effective treatment for substance addictions, mental illness, and trauma/PTSD. Their evidence-based programs use proven techniques and psychoeducation to help patients learn the skills they need to achieve long-term recovery.
For those who are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or work-related trauma, a stable treatment program can make the difference between recovery and relapse. But putting your family and career on hold to receive inpatient treatment is not possible for everyone. EHN Online's Virtual Intensive Treatment Programs (VITPs) provide effective treatment for substance addictions, mental illness, and trauma/PTSD. Their evidence-based programs use proven techniques and psychoeducation to help patients learn the skills they need to achieve long-term recovery.
Our team supports children, teens, adults, parents, caregivers, couples and families, with particular expertise in neurodivergent and 2slgbtqia+ communities. We also provide support for neurotypical individuals, helping them navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, body image concerns and compassion fatigue. At the heart of our work is helping clients feel seen, heard and understood, through compassionate, trauma-informed and neuroaffirming care. We also offer caregiver coaching, psychoeducation and systems navigation, empowering clients to strengthen connection, confidence and wellbeing in everyday life.
Our team supports children, teens, adults, parents, caregivers, couples and families, with particular expertise in neurodivergent and 2slgbtqia+ communities. We also provide support for neurotypical individuals, helping them navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, body image concerns and compassion fatigue. At the heart of our work is helping clients feel seen, heard and understood, through compassionate, trauma-informed and neuroaffirming care. We also offer caregiver coaching, psychoeducation and systems navigation, empowering clients to strengthen connection, confidence and wellbeing in everyday life.
At Lusana Mental Health & Wellness, we provide personalized virtual psychological and physical therapy for private clients and motor vehicle accident (MVA) recovery. Our experienced clinicians deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based programs to help you heal from trauma, manage anxiety, improve sleep, build resilience, and restore balance, all from the comfort of your home.
At Lusana Mental Health & Wellness, we provide personalized virtual psychological and physical therapy for private clients and motor vehicle accident (MVA) recovery. Our experienced clinicians deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based programs to help you heal from trauma, manage anxiety, improve sleep, build resilience, and restore balance, all from the comfort of your home.
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Teens & Adolescent Residential Treatment Centres
What types of psychiatric treatment programs are available for teenagers?
Psychiatric treatment programs for teens generally fall into two broad categories: inpatient/residential programs and outpatient programs. In inpatient and residential programs, a teen lives at a treatment facility full-time. In outpatient programs, a teen lives at home and attends treatment on a scheduled, more part-time basis. Inpatient and residential programs are the most intensive level of care, while outpatient options are less intensive and include partial hospitalization programs (PHPs) and intensive outpatient programs (IOPs). Both PHPs and IOPs involve structured therapy sessions multiple times per week without requiring the teen to leave home overnight. The right level of care for a teen generally depends on the severity of their symptoms, how safe they are at home, and whether less intensive treatment options have already been tried.
What is the difference between inpatient and residential treatment for teenagers?
Although the terms are often used interchangeably, inpatient and residential treatment are meaningfully different. Inpatient care is shorter-term and medically monitored, thus making it designed primarily for acute stabilisation, such as when a teen is in crisis or at immediate risk of harm. Residential treatment, by contrast, is longer-term. It often takes place in more home-like setting, rather than a medical setting, and integrates individual mental health treatment, group therapy, and school in a single setting. Residential treatment is most appropriate for teens who need intensive support but do not require the level of medical oversight that inpatient hospitalisation provides.
How does teen residential treatment work?
Upon admission to a residential treatment program, a teen typically undergoes an assessment that shapes their individualised treatment plan and determines what therapies are most appropriate for them. If needed, the teen may also undergo a psychiatric assessment to determine an appropriate diagnosis and/or provide guidance on medication. Days at residential treatment programs are very structured and typically include individual and group therapy, community activities, and academic support. Treatment typically draws on evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), which helps teens identify and change unhelpful thought patterns, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), which builds skills in emotional regulation and distress tolerance. Some programs also incorporate experiential approaches like art therapy or mindfulness-based practices alongside other modalities.
What should I look for in a residential treatment center for my teen?
Program quality in teen residential treatment varies significantly, so it's important to do thorough research before committing to a program. From there, ask each program specific questions, such as who the treating clinicians are and what credentials the hold, how an individualised treatment plan is developed, and what the aftercare and step-down plan looks like after discharge. Red flags to watch for include therapy delivered primarily by unlicensed staff, restricted contact between parents and their teen, a treatment approach that does not adapt to individual progress, and high-pressure recruitment tactics that discourage you from taking time to evaluate other program options.
How do you choose the right residential treatment center?
The Psychology Today Treatment Center directory is a useful starting point for identifying treatment facilities by allowing you to filter providers by location, age group, condition, and insurance coverage. It is worth considering whether your teen needs a specialised program and to filter the Directory accordingly. Some residential centers, for instance, focus specifically on eating disorders, substance use, or trauma, and a general psychiatric program may not be equipped to provide the level of care these conditions require. Once you have a list of programs that my be a good fit, contact each program directly to ask specific questions and, if possible, request a site visit. It is also important to verify insurance coverage and out-of-pocket costs prior to choosing a program.