Are you 12 or older and want someone to talk to—or a chance to meet other youth?
Do you want to learn new skills, build confidence, and connect with others who understand your experiences?
Are you a parent or caregiver who wants to better support your child’s mental health?
Our Youth and Family Services support Asian youth (ages 12–29), their families, and caregivers through programs, counselling, and peer connections that help everyone grow and thrive together.
We run programs in Toronto and York Region, created with youth input.
What We Offer:
- CHOICES (ages 12–17): A 10-week life skills program to be prepared to handle challenges before they start.
- Youth Outreach Worker Program (ages 12–21): One-on-one support and community resource connections for Chinese-identifying youth in Toronto.
- Brief Counselling Service (ages 12–25): Mental health counselling for Asian-identifying youth and families by Asian-identifying Clinicians.
- Youth Peer Support Group (ages 16-29): A monthly group for youth to connect, talk about life, and get mental health support.
- Parent Support Network: For Mandarin, Cantonese, and Korean-speaking parents to share positive parenting skills and resources.
- Youth Volunteer Network (ages 12–25): Build leadership skills and make a difference through volunteering.
- Youth Council (ages 16–25): Connect with other youth and lead projects on mental health, identity, race, and social issues.
Services
Case Management
Personalized, culturally responsive support to help you navigate mental health challenges, housing, crisis recovery, and community resources. We work alongside you and your family to build stability, confidence, and a path forward.
Psychotherapy
Confidential, culturally responsive therapy for individuals facing stress, anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Our therapists provide language-specific care in a safe space where you can heal and grow.
Asian Community Psychiatric Clinic (Partnership)
Psychiatric assessment and treatment in a culturally safe, language-specific setting. Through our partnership clinic, individuals and families can access bicultural psychiatrists who understand the lived experiences of Asian communities.
Recovery Programs
Through education, community, and lived experience, our peer-led recovery programs empower individuals to build connection and purpose.
Family Support
Support for families navigating a loved one’s mental health journey. We provide education and culturally responsive counselling to help families strengthen relationships together.
Mental Health Education
Community-based mental health education that reduces stigma and builds skills. Our workshops and outreach programs are culturally tailored to meet the needs of our diverse Asian communities.
Youth and Family Services
Culturally responsive support for youth and families facing emotional, behavioural, or mental health challenges. We create safe spaces where young people can build confidence and connection.
National Professional Trainings
Training for service providers seeking culturally responsive approaches to mental health care. Our programs strengthen cultural competency, improve engagement, and equip professionals to better support diverse communities.
