The We Are Indigenous: Big Worries, Strong Spirit Program is a no cost telephone and computer based coaching program serving First Nations, Metis, and Inuit families across BC whose children aged 3-12 are experiencing mild to moderate big worries/fears (anxiety).This pilot program includes Indigenous perspectives and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) concepts and activities. The program content was initially developed by an Indigenous advisory group called Caring In All Directions.Our team consists of an Intake Coordinator, Coaches, a Program Lead, a Program Manager, and clinicians who provide clinical oversight. The majority of our team are Indigenous people as we know that we as Indigenous people may have distinct lived and community experiences, as well as face specific barriers to mental health and well-being services and resources. We strive to relationally center, respect, and uphold Indigenous people, children, and families.Referral & Intake Process Referrals from a physician, nurse practitioner, teacher or school counsellor, early childhood educator, Child & Youth Mental Health (CYMH) clinician or Indigenous Child and Youth Mental Health (ICYMH) clinician are accepted via fax or email.
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