Helping Young People Find Hope
Depression Counselling for Children & Youth
Guiding Young Minds Through Difficult Times
Compassionate Counselling for Youth Depression
At Catalyst Mind Center, we acknowledge how depression can overshadow the joy of childhood and adolescence, often sparked by bullying, academic stress, or family issues. Our team of registered psychotherapists provides compassionate, developmentally sensitive counselling to help young people navigate change with confidence. We emphasize strengthening their resilience, guiding them to regain interest in activities, improve their mood, and embrace a hopeful outlook with enhanced self-worth.
Depression in young people varies by age and context, needing nuanced, engaging interventions. Our therapists incorporate creative and activity-based methods to explore feelings, challenge negative patterns, and encourage positive behaviors while managing symptoms like withdrawal or irritability. We also collaborate with families and schools to sustain mental and emotional health, using strength-based strategies to inspire motivation and prevent isolation for a comprehensive, youth-centered recovery.
Common Symptoms We Address
Persistent irritability or mood swings
Withdrawing from friends and activities
Changes in eating or sleeping habits
Academic decline or lack of motivation
Thoughts of self-harm or hopelessness
Unexplained physical complaints like headaches
Our Holistic Approach to Therapy
Personalized Therapeutic Approaches in West Vancouver
Our therapists craft supportive, engaging sessions using evidence-based techniques for youth depression. We believe in strengthening resilience during life shifts, ensuring young clients feel supported and motivated.
Interpersonal Therapy for Adolescents (IPT-A)
Focuses on improving relationships to reduce isolation, often through role-playing.
Behavioral Activation for Youth
Encourages participation in rewarding activities using goal charts to combat lethargy.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills for Teens
Teaches distress tolerance and emotion regulation through group mindfulness games.
Family-Based Therapy
Involves parents in sessions to address home dynamics that may contribute to depression.
Creative Expression Therapy
Uses drawing or music to help children articulate feelings when words are difficult.
Positive Psychology for Young People
Builds on strengths with gratitude journals to help shift focus from negatives.
In-person & Online Counselling for Youth
Our dedicated psychotherapists and holistic practitioners are passionate about supporting individuals in attaining a more balanced and fulfilling life. Our therapists can provide service in-person or online and offer individual or couples, groups and workshops.
MA, CCC
MA, RCC
PhD, CCC, CCC-S
MCP-AT, RCC, CCC
Cancellation Policy
Why Choose Catalyst Mind Center
Because growth begins with the courage to challenge your mindset—and we're here to support every step, in person or virtually.
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