Confidential, compassionate, free and responsive services
Our Services
ODMH has a variety of mental health services to offer to children, youth and their families. Services can be accessed in-person at an office location, in-home, virtually and by-phone.
Single Session Services
A single session is meant to provide timely support, tools, and direction. Whether it’s a one-time conversation or the start of ongoing care, the focus is on helping you take the next best step for your child, youth, or family. Single sessions can be accessed multiple times - great for practicing skills and coming back as-needed.
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What is a Single Session Counselling Session?
A single session counselling session is a one-time meeting designed to provide focused support for children, youth, and their families. The goal is to address one specific concern or challenge you are currently facing.
Who Attends?
Children under 12 years old: Sessions are held with the parent(s) or caregiver(s) only.
Youth 12 years and older: The young person may attend on their own, with their family, or with a caregiver, depending on what feels most helpful.
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Family Resource Team (FRT)
The Family Resource Team is an intensive service that works with parents and caregivers to help identify and respond to the unique challenges faced by their family. Services can be offered directly in the family’s home, virtually or in the office. Evening appointments are available.
The Family Resource Team strongly believes that every child is different and so is every family.
In order to support each family, the Family Resource Team will also work with children or extended family members to better the situation, including collaboration with school or other agencies in the community to support the needs of each family.
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How can the FRT help My family?
The Family Resource Team can help with:
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Parent/child relationships
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Limit setting/creating rules and routines
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Developing attachment-based parenting skills
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Information on child and youth mental health
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System navigation and advocacy
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Managing stress - parent & child
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Information on typical childhood development
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Positive behaviour support/positive praise
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Social skills development
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Parental education on mental health
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Promoting overall family wellness
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Referrals to community services
Counselling Services
Counselling at ODMH offers compassionate and personalized support for children, youth, and their families as they navigate life’s challenges. Our team of skilled clinicians works alongside clients to explore their needs, build on their strengths, and promote emotional well-being. Services are flexible and can be offered in-person, virtually, or over the phone—whatever works best for your family. Evening appointments are also available.
At ODMH we understand that every person’s experience is different. Whether it’s a brief check-in or more extended support, counselling is always tailored to meet the unique goals and concerns of each child, youth, or caregiver.
To help create lasting change, counselling may include individual sessions, family work, or collaboration with schools, doctors, or other community partners. No matter the issue—big or small—we’re here to help you feel heard, supported, and equipped for what comes next.
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Brief Counselling
Brief Counselling is a short-term service that offers a focused space to talk through specific challenges or concerns. Whether it’s a tough week at school, family stress, or feeling overwhelmed, our team is here to help you sort things out and find a path forward. Sessions are goal-oriented and tailored to what matters most to you. Support is available in person, virtually, or by phone—with evening times if needed.
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Extended Counselling
Extended Counselling offers ongoing support for children, youth, and families who may be facing more complex or long-standing concerns. Our clinicians build a trusting relationship with you over time, helping to explore deeper patterns, strengthen coping skills, and promote lasting well-being. Each plan is shaped by your goals and your story—because we know every journey is different.