Business Details
Your Trusted Partner for Child and Youth Mental Health Services in Toronto
We are a leading child and youth mental health center integrated with The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids), providing evidence-informed care across Toronto and Ontario. Our multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and therapists delivers prevention programs, individual and family therapy, intensive in-home treatment, and day treatment services for children and youth aged 0-18. Established through a strategic partnership with SickKids, we prioritize accessibility, cultural inclusivity, and innovation, offering virtual services and multilingual support to meet diverse community needs.Our commitment to quality is reflected in our Accreditation Canada status and continuous collaboration with academic institutions, school boards, and public health agencies. We focus on reducing wait times, training future clinicians, and advancing mental health system improvements through research and community engagement.
Services
Mental health therapy
Prevention programs
Intensive in-home treatment
Virtual consultations
Family therapy
Highlights and features
- We offer evidence-based mental health services integrated with SickKids Hospital's expertise
- Our team includes 120+ annual trainees across health and administrative disciplines
- We provide multilingual support in 17 languages and cultural accommodation services
- Our virtual platforms ensure accessible care across Ontario
- We maintain Accreditation Canada's Exemplary Standing for quality and safety
Associations and certifications
- Accreditation Canada
What people say
Safe space
Diverse staff
Effective programs
Accessible care
Cultural understanding
Services
Mental health therapy
Our evidence-informed therapy services combine clinical expertise with compassionate care, offering individual, family, and group sessions led by certified professionals. We address emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges through age-appropriate interventions tailored to each client's needs. Our therapists collaborate with families and community partners to ensure comprehensive, culturally responsive treatment plans.
Prevention programs
We deliver community-based prevention initiatives focusing on prenatal support, parenting education, and early childhood development. These free programs help families build resilience and address potential mental health concerns before they escalate. Services include home-visiting programs, parenting workshops, and neighborhood outreach across Toronto's diverse communities.
Intensive in-home treatment
This specialized program provides comprehensive mental health support for children at risk of out-of-home placement. Our multidisciplinary team delivers intensive therapy, crisis intervention, and family support directly in clients' homes. Services are available as standalone care or in conjunction with our day treatment programs.
Virtual consultations
We offer secure virtual mental health services across Ontario, ensuring accessible care for families facing geographic or mobility barriers. Our telehealth platform supports individual therapy, family sessions, and professional consultations while maintaining strict privacy standards and clinical effectiveness.
Family therapy
Our family-centered approach addresses intergenerational mental health patterns through collaborative therapy sessions. We help families develop communication strategies, conflict resolution skills, and support systems while respecting cultural backgrounds and individual needs. Sessions integrate evidence-based practices adapted for diverse family structures.
People
Neill Carson
Executive Director
Neill Carson leads the Garry Hurvitz Centre with over 20 years of experience in child mental health services. He oversees strategic operations while maintaining community partnerships to enhance service delivery across Toronto.
Dr. Adam Enchin
Medical Director
Dr. Adam Enchin directs clinical mental health programs at the Centre, bringing extensive expertise in pediatric psychiatry. He joined in 2022 to strengthen medical oversight and clinical innovation across all service lines.
Dr. Susan Yabsley
Advance Practice Lead for Psychology
Dr. Susan Yabsley specializes in psychological assessment and interprofessional education. She leads training initiatives that develop future mental health professionals while maintaining clinical practice standards.
Shannon Greene
Clinical Director
Shannon Greene oversees client services delivery, ensuring quality care across prevention, intervention, and intensive treatment programs. Her leadership focuses on client-centered approaches and service accessibility.
Robert Giansante
Director of Operations
Robert Giansante manages facility operations and capital planning. With real estate expertise, he ensures our physical spaces support effective mental health service delivery across multiple Toronto locations.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer for children?
We provide therapy, prevention programs, intensive in-home treatment, and day treatment services for children aged 0-18, addressing emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs.
Do you offer virtual mental health support?
Yes, we provide secure virtual therapy sessions and consultations across Ontario through our telehealth platform for accessible care.
Are your services culturally inclusive?
Our staff supports 17 languages and accommodates diverse cultural needs. We offer interpreter services and culturally responsive treatment planning.
What prevention programs are available?
We offer prenatal support, parenting workshops, home-visiting programs, and community outreach initiatives focused on early childhood mental health development.
How do you train mental health professionals?
Our Learning Institute trains over 120 students annually through placements in psychology, psychiatry, social work, and child and youth work disciplines.
