The Traumatic Stress Clinic provides specialized assessment and trauma treatment for individuals who are experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and/or PTSD-related symptoms.
We're here to help Many health care workers are experiencing increased feelings of stress, grief, burnout and compassion fatigue. Now is the time to take care of yourself. If you are a community or health care worker whose mental health has been impacted by a wide array of stressors - including the...
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) and Wounded Warriors Canada today announced a new service to meet the growing mental health needs of First Responders. First Responder Assist builds on the expertise of both organizations and will enhance the culturally specific...
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) and Wounded Warriors Canada are proud to announce a new partnership to support Ontario’s public safety personnel (police, fire, paramedics, correctional workers, dispatchers) and their families. Wounded Warriors Canada and Ontario...
The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) and Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) are proud to announce a new collaboration to help support the expansion and creation of 20 new mental health and well-being learning centres—or “recovery colleges”—in the next year. As...
My reaction to the first intake call was anxious, curious, and prepared for disappointment. I’d tried Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Tapping, and Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in the past, but they didn’t help with my PTSD symptoms. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and...
I am not defined by PTSD. Ontario Shores was there for me when I needed them. My first intake call made me nervous, curious, and prepared for disappointment. I had previously tried cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), tapping, and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR), but they had not helped my...
PTSD doesn’t define me. Ontario Shores was there when I needed it the most. As a new volunteer firefighter in Ottawa, I was told that the demands of the job would change us for the rest of our lives. The Chief said the same thing five years later, during his speech at my full-time professional...
Marion Anderson has fought a slew of mental health labels over the years, âIâve fought the blackest of depressions, fought my way back from suicide attempts and self harm,â she says. âThe stigma has been ever present, but through every step of the way, Iâve been continually fighting and...
Ontario Shores partners with CFS Durham to expand services for clients impacted by Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). April 14, 2023 (Whitby, ON) - As the demand for trauma-based therapy services grows, Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) and Catholic Family...
The biggest gift 2022 brought us was our little baby, Krish. While gratifying, it was also an incredibly challenging year because I had to conquer one of my biggest fears to have our baby. The birth of my first son in 2016 had been a horrifying experience for me. The first words I said after his...
As the CEO for Ontario Shores Foundation, it’s always an honour to meet someone who has been helped by our programs. When I met Grace for the first time, I was so moved by her courageous story. I just had to share it with you today in the hopes that it will inspire you to help more patients like...
The First Step; Overcoming Addiction By Simone Arbour/Research Scientist, Ontario Shores The original twelve-step program is almost 100 years old. It was authored by the first Alcoholics Anonymous group and is still in use today. Today, many groups, helping those battling other addictions, including...
The Traumatic Stress Clinic (TSC) at Ontario Shores provides specialized assessment and trauma treatment for individuals who are experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and/or PTSD-related symptoms. Fatima Tahir, a social worker, and Robin Lazo, a patient, share their perspectives on TSC...
Episode 8 is an interview with singer/songwriter Adam Gontier, formerly of Three Days Grace, currently Saint Asonia. Adam discusses #music and his recovery from #addiction and #mentalhealth issues. Episode 8 of the #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team member Chris Bovie.
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference. Day 3 at the conference we sit down with Shaleen Jones (@shaleenjones1), Executive Director, Peer Support Canada. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (...
In this episode we're at the Champions of Mental Health Gala in Ottawa with guests Brian Rose, Peer Support Specialist and 2017 Face of Mental Illness (@BrianTRose13) and Fred Phelps, CAMIMH (@CAMIMH_ACMMSM). This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team member Darryl...
Episode 80 of the #MindVine Podcast features an interview with former NHL player Brantt Myhres (@BMyhres) discussing his life in hockey and battles with #addiction as detailed in his new book Pain Killer - A Memoir of Big League Addiction. This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (...
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference, 2017. Day 1 at the conference features an interview with Jim Lawther, @VETSCanada. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1).
Ontario Shores' VP of Medical Services, Dr. Phil Klassen discusses all things trauma, including its connection to mental health and impact on society. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers), and is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference, 2017. Day 2 at the conference we sit down with Evonne Sullivan (@EvonneSullivan) to talk #yoga and #mindfulness for #mentalhealth and #addiction recovery. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl...
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference, 2017. Day 1 at the conference we sit down with author Todd Leader (@ToddLeader1) to talk transformation of Canada's mental health and addictions system The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl...
In recognition of National Mental Health Week, Episode 97 of the #MindVine podcast features Fatima Tahir, a social worker, and Robin Lazo, a patient, discussing their experience with trauma and the Traumatic Stress Clinic at Ontario Shores. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (...
Constable James Jefferson, Wellness Coordinator, Greater Sudbury Regional Police discusses his journey with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, suicidal ideation and his dedication to improving the #mentalhealth of first responders on Episode 101 of the #MindVine Podcast. The #MindVine podcast is...