Child & Youth Worker Support
Support That Meets You Where You Are
Our Child and Youth Workers (CYW) provide personalized, family-centred care that meets children and families exactly where they are, both literally and figuratively. Our CYW’s work with children and families at their homes and in their communities to support social and emotional skill development.
Support to Help your Family Thrive
Child and Youth Workers (CYW)’s are trained professionals who work directly with children, teens, and their families to navigate emotional, behavioural, and developmental challenges. Our CYW’s provide in-home and in-community support, helping to develop and translate skills in the moment. Child and Youth Worker support is a great compliment or alternative to traditional therapy that happens in our offices.
Child and Youth Worker support can be particularly helpful for families who:
Want support at home or in the community
Are looking for practical, hands-on strategies and implementation
Need help with daily routines and skill development
Have children who find traditional therapy settings challenging
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Emotional Dysregulation
Behavioural Challenges
School Avoidance & School Refusal
Academic Stress
Social Skills Development
How We Can Help
Family Conflict and Communication Issues
Anxiety and Social Anxiety
Depression and Low Mood
Trauma and Crisis Support
Oppositional Defiant Disorder
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder
Meal Support Challenges for Eating-Related Concerns
Why In-Home Support Makes a Difference
Support for Parents
When you have a child with big needs, it can be a huge relief to have help with their care. Child and Youth Workers can support your child with everything from developing life skills to getting movement to supporting the development of healthy behaviours and relationships - all while you get some time and space for yourself or your other priorities.
Your Space, Your Comfort
Having a professional in your home can be a great way to engage kids who are reluctant about going to appointments.
Real-Time Support
Strategies are learned and practiced in the environment (home, school or in the community) where they'll be used most.
Meet Our Child and Youth Workers
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Elise Feddema
BSW, MCYC
Child and Youth Worker
Elise is a Master's candidate in Child & Youth Care with a Social Work background and frontline experience in both Dutch and Canadian systems, Elise brings trauma-informed knowledge and experience working with youth and families affected by exploitation and complex trauma.
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Mia Woodworth
BCYC, MEd In Progress
Child and Youth Worker
Mia has a range of experience working with children and youth across school, preschool, and community-based settings, supporting individuals with autism, behavioural challenges, and social-emotional needs. Mia approaches each child with curiosity and compassion, using reflection to better understand behaviour in context and to tailor support to each child’s developmental and emotional needs.
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Amanda May
BCYC
Child and Youth Worker
Amanda is a Child and Youth Worker with over 10 years of experience supporting young people and their caregivers navigate complex mental health challenges. She has worked with young people who have struggled with school-related challenges, anxiety, low mood, disordered eating, trauma and emotion dysregulation.
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Divine Howe
BCYC
Child and Youth Worker
Divine brings a well-rounded and compassionate approach to supporting children, youth, and families. Divine works closely with young people facing a range of social, emotional, and behavioural challenges, providing strengths-based support tailored to each client’s needs. Divine is committed to creating safe, supportive environments where youth feel heard, empowered, and understood.
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Emily Robbie
B.A.
Child and Youth Worker
Emily is a Child and Youth Worker who has worked with children, youth, and adults, supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, and complex life circumstances. Emily approaches her work through a trauma-informed, strengths-based, and client-centred lens, and is passionate about helping children, youth, and families translate skills into their everyday lives.
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What You Can Expect
Getting to Know You:
We begin with a comprehensive assessment by one of our Therapists to understand your fam's unique needs, family dynamics, and goals.
Your Personalized Plan:
Based on what we learn, we develop a customized support plan that addresses your specific challenges and builds on your family's strengths.
Regular Connection:
Our Child and Youth Workers typically meet with families one to three times weekly, in your home, though we can adjust frequency and location based on what works best for your family.
Collaborative Care:
We work closely with parents, teachers, and other professionals involved in your child's care to ensure consistent support across all environments.
Ongoing Support:
Regular check-ins help us track progress and adjust strategies as your family grows and changes.
Take The First Step
If you're wondering whether Child and Youth Worker support might be a good fit for your family, we invite you to reach out for a consultation. We'll talk about your family's specific needs and help determine if in-home support aligns with your goals.
Fill out the form below, and our Client Care Team will be in touch shortly to schedule an intake call and review program details with you.