It’s OK to Get Help

Most people find themselves in circumstances that require some extra support. Whether it’s short-term counselling or long-term therapy to help process emotions, understand our reactions to specific situations, or develop coping strategies. People participate in counselling/therapy for a variety of reasons and needs.

Families of Grandview Kids may struggle with acceptance of the diagnosis, caregiver burnout, frustrations with the health care system, financial strain, and marital discord that can be connected to the diagnosis. Symptoms of depression, anxiety, OCD, etc. are very common.

At Grandview Kids, the Social Work Team is available to provide support, at no cost, related to the impact of the child’s diagnosis. However, if you are not eligible or you want to seek counselling/therapy for other reasons, below is a list of options:

• Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers – Public Registry of Social Workers.
• Psychology Today is an online website to search for therapists in private practice; you can search by your preferences as well. Fee-based.
• Counselling – Region of Durham – Fees are based on family income
• https://www.durhamchc.ca/ – No fees.
• https://affordabletherapynetwork.com/ – Reduced rates.
• https://affordabletherapyontario.com/ – Reduced rates.

If you have benefits, you may have coverage to cover the cost of private therapy. It’s essential to compare the therapist’s credentials with your insurance coverage. Some only cover the costs of a Psychologist, and others may cover Mental Health Professionals, which is more inclusive of the varying professions.

Always ensure the therapist is registered in the regulating body of their profession, for example, the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers or the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario.