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Trusted Mental Health Support for Children, Youth & Families
At Pathstone Mental Health, we are dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families in the Niagara region through comprehensive mental health services. Our mission is to strengthen the quality of life for those facing mental health and addiction challenges by fostering resilience, building capacity, and promoting community well-being. With a team of inter-professional experts, we deliver trauma-informed, personalized care tailored to the unique needs of each individual and family. Our services, many of which are provided at no cost, include counseling, crisis intervention, family support programs, and specialized clinics addressing trauma, anxiety, and behavioral challenges.We collaborate with local partners to ensure accessible, community-centered care and prioritize research, safety, and collaboration in all our initiatives. For over a decade, our team has combined clinical excellence with compassionate support to address the mental health needs of Niagaras youth and families. Our commitment to innovation and evidence-based practices positions us as a trusted leader in child and youth mental health services.
Services
Individual Counselling
Family Support Programs
Divorce and Separation Workshops
Supervised Parenting Time
Early Years Mental Health
Trauma Clinics
VENT Groups
STAR Clinics
Collaborative Problem Solving
Fear Busters Clinics
Highlights and features
- We offer free mental health services for Niagara youth and families.
- Our team includes experts in child and youth mental wellness.
- We provide trauma-informed, personalized care for each family.
- We collaborate with local partners to meet community needs.
- We focus on fostering resilience and improving community health.
Services
Individual Counselling
Personalized one-on-one counseling for children, youth, and families. Our therapists address anxiety, depression, trauma, and behavioral challenges using evidence-based techniques. Sessions focus on building coping skills and emotional resilience.
Family Support Programs
Guidance for families navigating mental health challenges. Services include supervised parenting time, divorce workshops, and caregiver training. We help strengthen family dynamics through structured interventions and education.
Trauma Clinics
Specialized clinics addressing trauma from abuse, neglect, or violence. Our STEP UP program uses trauma-informed care to help youth process experiences and develop healing strategies with professional support.
Early Years Programs
Mental health support for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. Programs like Circle of Security focus on early attachment and emotional development, helping caregivers create nurturing environments for young children.
High Risk Services
Urgent support for suicidal behavior, violence, or fire-related incidents. Our STOP and TAPP C programs provide intensive outpatient treatment and safety planning for high-risk youth and families.
People
Shaun Baylis
CEO
Shaun Baylis leads Pathstone Mental Health with over 20 years of social work experience. He drives organizational strategy while maintaining clinical oversight of youth mental health programs.
Ulla Woodard
Manager, Family Intervention
Ulla Woodard coordinates family intervention services, combining clinical expertise with community outreach to support families in crisis through personalized care plans.
Ryan Andres
Manager, Live-In Treatment Services
Ryan Andres oversees high-risk services including STOP and residential treatment programs, ensuring safety and recovery for youth facing severe mental health challenges.
Don Campbell
Manager, Walk-In Clinics
Don Campbell manages brief services and walk-in clinics, providing accessible mental health support through rapid assessment and intervention for Niagara families.
Linda Morrice
Manager, Day Treatment
Linda Morrice leads early years programs and day treatment services, specializing in developmental mental health support for children aged 0-6 and their caregivers.
Questions
What mental health services does Pathstone offer for children and youth?
We provide counseling, trauma clinics, family support programs, supervised parenting time, and specialized workshops for anxiety, behavioral challenges, and divorce-related stress.
Are Pathstone's services free for Niagara families?
Most of our services are provided at no cost to youth and families in the Niagara region.
How can I access Pathstone's mental health support?
Contact our intake team at 905-688-6850 or visit our website to connect with our single point of access for Niagara children's mental health services.
Does Pathstone offer emergency mental health services?
Yes, we provide high-risk services for suicidal behavior, violence, and crisis situations through specialized programs.
What areas does Pathstone serve?
We serve the entire Niagara region, including St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, and Welland, with multiple clinic locations.
Reviews (4)
Sodapopinskiii
Jun 28, 2021
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Waited 18 months and my child needs help. Our file got closed without our knowledge, and they expect us to do it all over again. Went to the parent classes, they haven't even talked to my child, or seen him, and they closed his file.they contacted my wife, after we went to parenting classes, my wife said we still needed help, and they closed his file still.
Jenna Wilkinson
Jan 29, 2021
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An amazing place to go to. Very nice staff and counsellors who listen to you and help you if possible. If you are going through something go here. They help and solve problems.
Mary Reinhart
Jan 14, 2021
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After an 18 month wait list, we were able see a grief and trauma therapist; she cancelled on multiple occasions and was inconsistent with her replies to emails and rescheduling appointments. She LOVED to talk about herself. Her office was a complete mess. This broken system failed us. Angel Graham; your 'expertise' was quite disappointing!
Justin Stew
Oct 31, 2020
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They all have macs, money making machine. If your there for 10 mins you pay 8$ parking so they can get more macs LoL don't go here. please don't find a place where they will actually help.
