Regional Children's Centre - Programs and Services
Child and Youth Mental Health Programs
Counselling Clinic
Serves children and youth up to the age of 18 years who are in urgent need to speak to a Social Worker.
Same-day, single-session counselling through the Counseling Clinic.
The Counselling Clinic is available during the following days and times:
- Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. (last appointment time)
- Friday 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (last appointment time)
Please call 519-257-KIDS (5437) or visit 3901 Connaught Ave. Windsor.
Outpatient Counselling and Therapy
Serves children and youth between the ages of 6-12 years who are presenting with a range of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma reactions, etc. Services are short-term and goal focused.
Intervention may include therapy (i.e. individual, group, parental, family), psychoeducational or skill-based groups.
Assessment and Consultation
Serves children and youth between the ages of 6-17 years.
Children and youth currently receiving services through the Regional Children’s Centre may be eligible to receive a Psychological and/or Psychiatric assessment.
Services are designed to determine diagnoses and inform treatment practices when required.
Intensive Treatment Services
Day Treatment
- Serves children and youth between the ages of 6-12 years who are experiencing significant emotional and behavioural needs that cannot be met through outpatient services.
- Parental/Guardian and community participation is essential to the success of the program.
- Services include individual and family counseling, in-home behaviour management education, assessment services as required, recreational activities, specific skill-building activities to increase competence, and individualized educational programs.
- Educational services are provided by the Greater Essex County District School Board and Conseil Scolaire Providence.
In-Home
- Serves children and youth between the ages of 6-12 years and their families by providing assistance and education regarding effective parenting strategies.
- Child and Youth Workers work collaboratively with families in their homes to identify goals to best meet behavioural needs.