Resources

Web Resources

B.C. Association of Clinical Counsellors

Information on EMDR

For young adults

Mind Your Mind (MYM) is a non-profit award winning web site funded in part by the Government of Canada. MYM is dedicated to providing the necessary info, resources and skills to inspire youth to reach out, get help for themselves or give help to their friends who may be coping with stress, mental health issues, self-harming behaviours or suicide. MYM is committed to reducing the stigma often associated with reaching out for help.

Face The Issue works to raise awareness of common emotional and physical health issues faced by young adults and to build a supportive community without judgement.

For older adults

Seniors Well Aware Program (SWAP) is a non-profit society funded by the Vancouver Coastal Health and the Fraser Health Authority. Their mission is to promote the physical, mental, social, environmental and spiritual well-being of the senior population who are facing unique challenges that include social isolation, substance misuse and abuse and elder abuse.

Addiction resources

There is a wide range of services available to individuals with addictions. In particular there are specialized services for youth and seniors.

24-hr Alcohol and Drug Information and Referral Line:
(604) 660-9382

A Home Away Retreat in Kelowna:
250-769-2080 or 1-866-337-3324 - www.ahomeaway.org

Edgewood Chemical Dependency Treatment Centre in Nanaimo
250-751-0111 or 1-800-683-0111 - www.edgewood.ca

Orchard Recovery Center Ltd in Bowen Island:
604-947-0420 or 1-866-233-2299 - www.orchardrecovery.com

Venture Academy in Kelowna for youth:
250-712-0409 or 1-866-762-2211 - www.ventureacademy.ca

For problem gambling, call 1 (877) 795-6111.

bcresponsiblegambling.ca is a website that provides helpful information on responsible gambling and resources.

General mental health resources

Vancouver Coastal Health - Mental Health & Addictions
Canadian Mental Health Association
Physical and mental health resources at MedScape.com
Medbroadcast provides health news articles
Internet Mental Health: www.mentalhealth.com

Specific Issues

Disordered eating

National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders

www.Eating-Disorder.com is an information resource on eating disorders.

Divorce

Collaborative Divorce is a process bringing together Family Lawyers, Mental Health Professionals, and Financial Advisors to help couples reach divorce settlements without going to court.

Parenting

Up To Parents is a free, confidential, and interactive website for divorcing and divorced parents.

Book Resources

Recommended Self Help Books

Turning the Mind into an Ally. Sakyong Mipham Rinpoche.

The Mindful Brain. Dr. Daniel J. Siegel.

Full catastrophe living: Using the wisdom of your body and mind to face stress, pain and illness. J. Kabat-Zinn.

Authentic Happiness. Martin Seligman, Ph.D.

Relaxation & Stress Reduction Workbook 5th ED. Martha Davis, Elizabeth Robbins Eshelman, and Matthew McKay.

When Perfect Isn't Good Enough: Strategies for Coping With Perfectionism. Martin M. Antony, Richard P. Swinson.

The Portable Problem Solver: Coping With Life Stressors. Susanna McMahon.

The Feeling Good Handbook by David D. Burns, M.D.

Coping With Uncertainty: 10 Simple Solutions. Bruce Eimer, Moshe S. Torem.

The Shyness & Social Anxiety Workbook: Proven Techniques for Overcoming Your Fears. Martin M. Antony, Richard P. Swinson, Martin M. Anthony.

Managing Social Anxiety: A Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy Approach. Debra A. Hope, Richard G. Heimberg, Harlan R. Juster, Cynthia L. Turk.

Stop Obsessing! Edna, B. Foa & Reid Wilson.

Mastery of your Anxiety and Panic. Michelle G. Craske & David H. Barlow.