Kelty Mental Health
Mental Health and Substance Use information, resources and peer support to children, youth and their families
Mental Health
Email counselling for youth – regional
The Youthtalk program provides email counselling, information and referrals by professional counsellors in a secure and confidential format, for a variety of youth issues. This service is offered through the Pacific Centre on Vancouver Island
Youthspace.ca
Youthspace.ca is a safe place for youth to share thoughts, feelings and fears. You can join a forum, text or chat online. 7 pm – 1 am.
bc211
211 is a free, confidential telephone and texting service for kids and youth and their families. We can connect you with services in your area. 24/7.
Mindyourmind.ca
Mindyourmind exists in the space where mental health, wellness, engagement and technology meet.
Residential psychiatric assessment services ( Adolescent Psychiatric Unit – regional )
The APU provides assessment and treatment planning for youth from 12 to 18 years of age
All local – TREKK – Therapeutic Rehabilitation for East Kootenay Kids
Occupational and Physical Therapy for emotional, sensory and physical limitations.
IHCAN ( Interior Health Children’s Assessment Network ) – Regional
The Interior Health Children’s Assessment Network (IHCAN) provides assessment and diagnosis for children and youth living in the Interior Health region who demonstrate significant impairment in a number of domains of functioning. Referrals through a pediatrician or through a psychiatrist or other medical specialist.