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50+ Years
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Emergency
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Trusted Mental Health & Autism Services in Ontario
Woodview Mental Health & Autism Services has been dedicated to strengthening lives and inspiring hope since 1960. We provide high-quality mental health and autism services for children, youth, and adults, prioritizing individualized, client-centered care. Our team of social workers, child and youth workers, and autism specialists collaborates to deliver flexible, evidence-based programs tailored to each client's unique needs. Rooted in values of accountability, collaboration, compassion, inclusion, and innovation, we work to remove barriers to access and foster community partnerships.With over six decades of experience, we measure our success through the positive outcomes of the individuals and families we serve across Brant, Halton, and Hamilton. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures our services remain effective, ethical, and aligned with best practices in mental health and autism support.
Services
Counselling Services
Autism Social Skills Groups
Adolescent Day Treatment
Intensive Services
Respite Programs
Details
- Year established: 1960
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of experience in mental health and autism services.
- Our client-centered approach tailors programs to individual needs and goals.
- We employ evidence-based practices and measure program effectiveness rigorously.
- Our multidisciplinary team includes autism specialists and mental health professionals.
- We prioritize accessibility through community-based and virtual service options.
What people say
Exceptional staff support
Effective coping strategies
Family-centered approach
Positive outcomes
Compassionate care
Services
Counselling Services
Our counselling services provide individualized support for children, youth, and families facing mental health challenges. We offer one-on-one, family, and group sessions tailored to each client's needs. Our evidence-based approach helps clients develop coping strategies and improve emotional well-being.
Autism Social Skills Groups
These structured groups help children and adults with autism develop communication and social interaction skills through play and peer engagement. Using ABA principles, we teach turn-taking, sharing, and group routines. Sessions include homework and video modeling to reinforce learning outside the classroom.
Adolescent Day Treatment
This program supports youth struggling with mental health challenges that affect school attendance. We combine academic instruction with therapeutic interventions to build coping skills. Clients receive individualized education plans and family counselling to facilitate reintegration into regular classes.
Intensive Services
Our intensive home-based services provide flexible support for families dealing with severe mental health challenges. Available evenings and weekends, we offer parenting strategies, family therapy, and community resource connections. Services adapt to each family's unique needs and schedules.
Respite Programs
Respite services offer temporary relief for caregivers of individuals with mental health or autism needs. Our staff provides safe, engaging activities while giving families time to recharge. Programs operate in community settings and include personalized activity planning.
People
Flora Ennis
Executive Director
With a Master of Science in Elementary Education, Flora has led Woodview since 2007. She champions barrier-free access to services and developed the 'Lead Without a Title' leadership program.
Irene Richmond
Director, Human Resources
A certified Human Resources Leader, Irene brings over 10 years of experience in leadership development. She specializes in Myers-Briggs Type Indicator assessments and organizational coaching.
Brook Gardner
Director, Continuous Improvement & Operations
Brook leads system planning with expertise in performance measurement and Lean Healthcare methodologies. He has managed youth mental health programs since joining Woodview in 2005.
Christine Dragojlovich
Director, Services
Christine oversees service delivery with a focus on community partnerships. She has coordinated mental health programs in Brantford since 2003 and co-chairs the local Suicide Prevention Committee.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer for children?
We provide counselling, day treatment, and intensive home-based services for children aged 7-18 with anxiety, depression, and behavioral challenges.
Do you offer autism support for adults?
Yes, we provide social skills groups, vocational supports, and residential programs for adults with autism spectrum disorder.
Are your services free?
Most programs are free. Some autism social skills groups have fees ranging from $708-$1,180 monthly.
How do I access urgent mental health support?
Call 519-752-5308 or text 226-920-4427 for immediate counselling appointments without referral requirements.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Brant, Halton, and Hamilton regions with in-person, virtual, and community-based service options.
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