The services
youth
Young caregivers, aged between 12 and 25, experience strong negative emotions when a sibling, romantic partner or parent is dealing with a mental health issue. This can lead to feelings of shame, depression, helplessness, frustration, sadness, worry, loneliness and guilt, among other things. Also, young people with mental health issues tend to confide in their friends, leading many young people to be in a helping position. Youth services make it possible to consider the specific issues facing young caregivers.
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Are you young and supporting a loved one who is dealing with a mental health disorder?
It can be difficult to ask for help when you are close to someone who has mental health issues. By putting a lot of energy into supporting the other, it is easy to forget about yourself. You can also feel like you have no control in the relationship or feel helpless. Sometimes, the impacts of this relationship can push you to want to take a step back, whether it is to maintain your balance, promote the autonomy of the other, or because you feel exhausted. Know that there is no single right way to manage this role. Your life journey is unique, and your way of experiencing this situation is just as unique.
We offer several services that can help you feel equipped and less alone in your role.
Our services
Support group
Psychosocial follow-ups
At Arborescence, we offer individual, duo or small group psychosocial follow-ups. The meetings, which generally last between 30 and 50 minutes, can include up to ten sessions with a psychosocial worker. If you have any questions about the individual meeting process.
Arborescence also offers support groups for 3 to 8 young people. These meetings provide a discussion space where you can express yourself freely by exchanging with other people who can understand what you are going through. This is a great opportunity to build relationships while benefiting from mutual support.
Podcast and training
If you feel the need to inform yourself before consulting us, we encourage you to do so! Several podcasts can help you get a better idea of your needs.
Family peer support
At Arborescence, you also have the opportunity to meet a family peer support worker. This person has one or more people in their entourage who live with mental health issues. Based on their personal experience, they offer you an authentic welcoming space where you can feel understood.
Our psychosocial
intervention team
The advantage of Arborescence is that you will be accompanied by young people. We invite you to discover them a little here!
